Contract Law (Chapter 53): Primary legislation governing contractual relationships and agreements in Singapore, including formation, terms, and enforcement of contracts
Employment Act (Chapter 91): Key legislation to consider to ensure consulting agreement is clearly distinguished from employment relationships to avoid misclassification
Income Tax Act (Chapter 134): Governs taxation requirements for consulting fees and related income, including withholding tax obligations
Goods and Services Tax Act (Chapter 117A): Regulates GST implications for consulting services and payment terms
Currency Act (Chapter 69): Legislation governing currency usage and legal tender in Singapore for payment terms
Electronic Transactions Act (Chapter 88): Regulates electronic transactions and digital payments, relevant for modern payment methods
Payment Services Act 2019: Governs payment systems and payment service providers in Singapore
Companies Act (Chapter 50): Relevant for corporate entity considerations in consulting relationships
Business Names Registration Act 2014: Regulates business name registration requirements for consulting entities
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in consulting relationships
Central Provident Fund Act: May be relevant if consulting relationship could be interpreted as employment relationship
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations: Compliance requirements for prevention of money laundering in business relationships and payments
Cross-Border Payment Regulations: Regulations governing international payment transfers and related reporting requirements
