Tax Advisory

We specialise in innovative and effective tax planning – on the basis of full disclosure – to help our clients minimise adverse tax consequences and maximise opportunities for tax savings. Our tax team advises and aids clients in structuring their operations in Singapore and the Asia Pacific region to optimise their tax position within the confines of tax legislation and tax regimes in relevant countries in the region.

We work closely with trusted tax professionals in the region to focus on reducing clients’ tax costs in the region and in Singapore alike.

Tax structuring

Advise on structuring investments in a tax-efficient manner.

  • For investors who use Singapore or other ASEAN member countries as their investment base.

  • Advise on profit repatriation methods to minimise taxes, considering intercompany transfer pricing rules and regulations.

Advise on structuring tax-effective compensation packages.

  • For senior executives.

  • For expatriates to be based in Singapore.

  • For Singapore residents who will be seconded overseas.

Tax incentives and credits

Assist investors to evaluate options for the most suitable location for regional headquarters, or establish new or expanding operations by:

  • Seeking appropriate tax and financial incentives in Singapore and other ASEAN countries.
  • Liaising with relevant regulatory bodies.
  • Assisting with application for appropriate tax incentive packages.
  • Assist in negotiations with relevant government authorities to obtain tax incentives including grants and subsidies.

Mergers and acquisitions tax services

  • Conduct tax due diligence for mergers & acquisitions transactions.
  • Advise buyers on tax structuring.
  • Advise sellers of tax impact and potential impact of divestments.