How to get a company extract in Singapore
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How do I get an official company extract in Singapore?
An official Singapore company extract is issued by ACRA at https://www.acra.gov.sg. Free public search covers most verification needs; a paid certified company extract is normally only required for banking, tenders, court filings or notarised transactions.
Step-by-step
- 1
Confirm the entity first
Search by name or registration number and confirm you have the right legal entity before paying for anything.
- 2
Decide whether you need a certified copy
For internal due diligence, the free public record is usually sufficient. Certified extracts are for banks, tender submissions, courts and notaries.
- 3
Request the extract from ACRA
Extracts are issued by the register itself at https://www.acra.gov.sg. Third parties cannot issue a certified document.
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Check the issue date
Most counterparties require an extract issued within the last three months, so request it close to when you need to submit it.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a paid extract to verify a Singapore company?
Usually not. The free public record from ACRA confirms legal name, registration number, status and registered address. A certified extract is only needed when a bank, court or tender explicitly requires one.
What does a Singapore company extract contain?
Typically the legal name, registration number, incorporation date, registered address, entity type and current status — the same core fields visible in the free record, but issued as an official document.
Can a third-party site issue an official extract?
No. Only ACRA can issue a certified extract for Singapore. Third-party tools help you find and monitor the record, not certify it.
What is a UEN?
UEN (Unique Entity Number) is a standard identification number for all entities registered in Singapore. It's a 9 or 10-character alphanumeric code used for all government transactions. Format: XXXXXXXXX for businesses, TXXYYXXXXL for local companies.
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Is the Singapore company register free to search?
Yes. Basic company lookups on the ACRA / BizFile+ are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.
What is the official Singapore business registry?
The ACRA / BizFile+ is the official public register of companies incorporated in Singapore. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.acra.gov.sg.
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