Singapore Business Name Check
The first step in setting up a company in Singapore is choosing a name and having your filing agency validate it in the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). Use our free tool to search for a company name and see if it's available.
How to pick a company name
You don't want ACRA to reject your business name, so we have listed some restrictions that you should know about before you start choosing one. Your business name has to be:
Unique
In Singapore, a business name is considered taken even if you add the following elements:
- Articles (Example = The Example)
- A generic word (Example = Example Corporation = Example International)
- A business entity type (Example = Example Pte Ltd = Example Limited)
Licence-free
To get your name fast, avoid using words like "finance", "bank", "school", "media", or "education". They include types of business regulated by agencies other than ACRA, so your application will be referred to them for review.
Non-offensive
If a proposed business name is obscene or includes religious names, the Registry will reject the name for purposes of incorporation, registration, or name change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to check if a business name is taken in Singapore?
To check if a business name is taken in Singapore, you can use the Company Name Checker Tool provided by FINCOGNITO. This tool is integrated with a database of common company names, allowing you to search for existing business names. Simply enter your desired company name into the search bar, and the tool will quickly verify its availability.
How to reserve a company name?
Reserving a company name in Singapore is a simple process that can be done through the ACRA BizFile+ portal. After checking that your desired name is available using our Company Name Checker Tool, you can submit a name reservation application directly through ACRA. Once approved, the name will be reserved for 120 days.
How do I check if a company name is available in ACRA?
To check if a company name is available in ACRA, you can directly access the ACRA BizFile+ portal or use our Company Name Checker Tool. The process is straightforward: enter your preferred company name into the search tool, and it will check the database to see if the name is already in use.
