Quick Answer
- A VCC is for collective investment schemes in corporate form.
- A permissible fund manager is required.
- Required officers include directors, a company secretary and an auditor.
- Foreign applicants usually need local filing support.
The applicant should start with fund purpose
The first check is whether the vehicle is genuinely intended for investment fund use. A VCC is not a general-purpose operating company.
The required team must be ready
Before filing, the team should identify directors, company secretary, auditor, fund manager, registered office and the person who will make or coordinate the filing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a normal business incorporate as a VCC?
A VCC is designed for collective investment schemes, not ordinary trading businesses.
Does the VCC need a Singapore address?
A registered office address is part of the registration information.
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