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Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority

Filing annual returns (ARs) for companies

Check AR compliance requirements for local companies. This includes deadlines and extensions, penalties, and steps to file annual returns.

File annual returns
Last updated 31 January 2026

Deadline & requirements for annual returns

All companies in Singapore must file annual returns with ACRA on time to avoid penalties of up to $600. Deadlines depend on company type and financial year end (FYE).

Steps to file an annual return

Learn how to file your company's annual return through Bizfile. Most information is pre-filled based on your previous filing to make the process easier.

Applying for an extension of time (EOT) to file annual returns

Apply for a 60-day extension to file your annual return. Each application costs $200.

Penalties & enforcement action: Late annual return filing

Companies may face fines, director disqualification, and striking off for filing offences.

Filing reminders and notifications for annual returns & declarations

ACRA provides reminder notifications to help you comply with annual return (AR) and annual declaration (AD) deadlines.