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In-depth guides on Singapore corporate services, work visas, PR, family office, and tax planning. Updated regularly.
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2026-04-30
13O vs 13U: Which Singapore Family Office Scheme Fits Your AUM Range?
A Singapore single family office can apply for the Section 13O or Section 13U fund tax incentive scheme. The right choice depends on AUM size, hiring willingness, business spending tolerance, and the type of investment activity the family expects to run. This article compares both schemes head-to-head on the criteria that actually move the decision.
By Daniel JIAO, CEO, Anlian Group
Article
2026-04-24
Singapore Tax Optimization for HNW Individuals and Family Office Structures (2026)
Singapore's tax framework for HNW individuals and family office structures rests on three layers — personal tax residency, the corporate 17% flat rate with startup exemption, and the 13O/13U fund tax incentive schemes. This article maps how the layers interact and what HNW principals should evaluate before relocating.
By Daniel JIAO, CEO, Anlian Group
HowTo
2026-04-16
Singapore Employment Pass 2026: New Salary Floors, COMPASS Scoring, and What Actually Matters
Singapore Employment Pass applicants must clear two gates in 2026: a fixed qualifying salary floor and the points-based COMPASS framework. This article covers the current S$5,600 floor (with sector adjustments), the six COMPASS criteria, and the application patterns we see actually approved.
By Daniel JIAO, CEO, Anlian Group
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2026-04-10
Tech.Pass vs ONE Pass: Which Singapore Visa Should AI/Tech Founders Apply For?
Tech.Pass and ONE Pass are Singapore's two non-EP routes for senior tech operators and founders. They overlap in spirit but diverge sharply on salary threshold, sponsorship model, and what kind of career history actually qualifies. This article compares both head-to-head.
By Daniel JIAO, CEO, Anlian Group
HowTo
2026-04-04
Setting Up a Singapore Pte Ltd: A Complete 2026 Walkthrough for International Founders
Incorporating a Singapore Private Limited company in 2026 takes hours on paper and weeks in practice. The paperwork is fast — name reservation, ACRA filing, share structure — but corporate bank account opening, GST/employer registrations, and statutory compliance set-up extend the realistic timeline. This article maps the full path.
By Daniel JIAO, CEO, Anlian Group
HowTo
2026-04-02
How to Apply for Singapore PR in 2026: Realistic Timelines and Approval Patterns
Singapore Permanent Residence in 2026 runs on three main pathways — the Professionals/Technical Personnel and Skilled Workers (PTS) Scheme for work pass holders, the Global Investor Programme (GIP) for substantial investors, and family-tied schemes. ICA targets six months from complete submission to decision, but the realistic spread is wider. This article maps the timelines and the patterns that approve.
By Daniel JIAO, CEO, Anlian Group