Singapore VCC Guide 2026
A practical guide to Singapore Variable Capital Companies, covering incorporation, fund structure, sub-funds, family offices, tax treatment, costs and ongoing compliance.
Providers
VCC Provider Directory
A working directory of firms commonly associated with Singapore VCC setup, administration, legal, accounting and corporate secretarial support.
VCC setup usually requires several providers: legal counsel, corporate secretary, fund administrator, tax adviser, auditor, bank, custodian and fund manager. This directory helps compare provider types and public pricing signals.
Key Points
- Most VCC providers are quote-based.
- Government fees are visible, while professional fees vary by scope.
- The cheapest provider is not always the best fit for a fund vehicle.
- Readers should compare scope, not just headline price.
| Provider | Service Type | Pricing Signal |
|---|---|---|
| Vistra | Fund administration, setup, company secretarial and tax compliance support | Public page refers to a fixed-fee model, but detailed pricing is quote-based. |
| TMF Group | Global fund administration and corporate services | Quote-based. |
| Apex Group | Fund administration and financial services | Quote-based. |
| Kensington Trust | Corporate and fund services | Quote-based. |
| Bestar | Corporate services and VCC incorporation guidance | Public VCC guide includes illustrative cost ranges. Confirm current scope directly. |
| Piloto Asia | Corporate services, fund administration and Singapore setup support | Quote-based. |
| Acclime Singapore | Corporate services, accounting and compliance support | Quote-based. |
| Premia TNC | Corporate services and accounting support | Quote-based. |
| Allen and Gledhill | Singapore legal counsel for funds and investment management | Quote-based legal fees. |
| Rajah and Tann | Singapore legal counsel for funds, investment management and regulatory work | Quote-based legal fees. |
| WongPartnership | Singapore legal counsel for funds and financial services | Quote-based legal fees. |
| Withers | Private client, family office and funds legal support | Quote-based legal fees. |
How to use the directory
Use the directory to identify categories of providers and questions to ask. It should not replace a proper request for proposal process, especially for regulated, tax-sensitive or investor-facing fund launches.
What to ask each provider
Ask whether the quote includes ACRA fees, constitution, fund documents, company secretary, registered office, sub-fund registration, fund administration, audit coordination, FATCA, CRS, tax filings and investor onboarding support.
Related Guides
VCC Incorporation in Singapore
The step-by-step route to incorporating a Singapore VCC, including eligibility, required officers, name reservation, ACRA filing and post-registration work.
VCC Setup Cost Calculator and Cost Guide
Estimate the main government and professional costs for setting up and maintaining a Singapore VCC.
VCC for Family Offices
How families and advisers can think about using a Singapore VCC within a family office or family fund structure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do many VCC providers not publish pricing?
VCC work varies by fund strategy, sub-funds, regulatory scope, investors, tax incentive work and service provider package.
Should one firm handle everything?
End-to-end support can be efficient, but specialised legal, tax, audit and administration roles should still be clear.
Can a normal company incorporation firm set up a VCC?
Some can assist with filings, but VCCs require fund-specific knowledge and should not be treated like ordinary company incorporation.