Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing the formation, operation, and regulation of companies in Singapore, including companies limited by guarantee which is a common structure for non-profits
Societies Act (Cap. 311): Legislation governing the registration and regulation of societies in Singapore, relevant if the non-profit is to be registered as a society
Charities Act (Cap. 37): Key legislation governing charitable organizations in Singapore, including registration requirements and ongoing compliance obligations
Companies (Model Constitutions) Regulations: Regulations providing template constitutional documents for different types of companies, including non-profit structures
Charities (Registration of Charities) Regulations: Specific regulations detailing the requirements and procedures for registering as a charity in Singapore
Commissioner of Charities Guidelines: Official guidelines providing governance and operational requirements for charities and non-profit organizations
ROS Requirements: Registry of Societies specific requirements for registration and compliance if organizing as a society
ACRA Requirements: Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority requirements for registration and compliance if organizing as a company limited by guarantee
IRAS Requirements: Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore requirements for obtaining and maintaining tax exemption status as a non-profit organization
Non-profit Objectives: Legal requirements for defining clear non-profit objectives and purposes in the memorandum of association
Membership Structure: Legal requirements for defining membership categories, rights, and obligations in the organization
Governance Framework: Required governance structure including board composition, roles, and decision-making processes
Financial Management Requirements: Legal obligations for financial management, reporting, and accountability
Dissolution Procedures: Legal requirements for including proper dissolution procedures and asset distribution rules
Profit Distribution Restrictions: Legal restrictions on the distribution of profits and assets to members or other parties
Board Composition Requirements: Specific requirements for board structure, including minimum number of directors and their qualifications
