Singapore ACRA Striking Off & Company Dissolution Guide 2026

Complete guide to striking off a defunct company with ACRA in Singapore. Explains Section 344 criteria, IRAS tax clearance, & 60-day objection period.

Statutory Overview & Legal Framework

Closing a defunct private limited company in Singapore is governed by Section 344 of the Companies Act (Cap. 50) and administered by ACRA. A company may apply to ACRA to be struck off the register if it has ceased business operations, has no outstanding assets or liabilities, has settled all tax obligations with IRAS, and is not involved in ongoing legal proceedings. ACRA's striking-off process costs S$40 and includes a 30-day notice to company officers, a First Gazette publication, a 60-day public objection period, and a Final Gazette publication. Use this guide to understand ACRA company striking-off rules.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Striking off is a fast and cost-effective process under Section 344 of the Companies Act to remove a defunct, non-operational company from ACRA's register.

The official ACRA filing fee for a striking-off application on Bizfile is S$40.

Yes. A company should settle outstanding tax matters and ensure there are no pending tax filings or objections with IRAS before ACRA approves a striking-off application.

The process generally takes about 4 to 5 months from filing, which includes a 30-day officer notice period and a 60-day Gazette public objection period.

Yes. An interested person or creditor can apply to the Singapore High Court within 6 years of striking off to restore the company to the ACRA register.

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