Last updated: 2026-08-20

What is the difference between a resident and a non-resident Singapore company?

A tax-resident company has its control and management exercised in Singapore. Resident companies enjoy benefits like the FSIE exemption, lower withholding rates under DTAs, and SUTE; non-resident companies are taxed differently on certain income.

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