Enter Singapore
Business establishment and market-entry advisory for international entrepreneurs, investors and organisations considering business opportunities in Singapore.
Helping International Entrepreneurs Build Businesses in Singapore
Singapore provides entrepreneurs with access to a well-developed business environment, strong infrastructure and connections to regional and international markets.
AVIS PTE. LTD. assists international entrepreneurs, investors and organisations considering the establishment or expansion of a business in Singapore.
Our role is to help clients evaluate the opportunity, understand the commercial and operational requirements, develop a practical business plan and coordinate the different resources required to move the project forward.
We encourage clients to understand the market and practical requirements before committing significant investment to a new business.
From Business Idea to Practical Establishment Plan
Entering Singapore involves more than selecting a company name or registering an entity.
Entrepreneurs need to consider the business concept, target market, investment requirements, ownership structure, location, manpower, licensing requirements, operating costs and long-term viability.
AVIS provides management consultancy and business-establishment advisory throughout this planning process.
Our Singapore market-entry advisory may include:
HOW AVIS SUPPORTS YOUR SINGAPORE ENTRY
Evaluate. Plan. Prepare. Connect. Coordinate.
Evaluate
Understand the proposed business, target market and commercial opportunity.
Plan
Develop the business model, investment requirements and operating plan.
Prepare
Identify premises, manpower, licensing and other establishment requirements.
Connect
Identify suitable professional advisers, business partners, suppliers and service providers.
Coordinate
Support implementation, pre-opening activities and ongoing business development.
Areas Where We Bring Practical Experience
Education & Training
AVIS has practical experience in education business development, institutional management and international education.
We can advise entrepreneurs and organisations considering:
Specialist Education Advisory
Food & Beverage
From Concept to Operational Planning
AVIS assists entrepreneurs considering cafés, restaurants, bakeries, food-service concepts and other F&B ventures.
Our advisory may include:
Retail
Planning Practical Consumer-Facing Businesses
AVIS supports entrepreneurs considering speciality stores, convenience concepts, retail outlets and other consumer-facing businesses.
Our advisory may include:
Understanding Your Options
Choosing an appropriate business structure is an important early decision. Different structures may have different implications for ownership, liability, taxation, compliance, investment and future growth.
• Sole Proprietorship
a business owned and operated by one individual.
• Partnership
a business carried on by two or more persons under a partnership arrangement.
• Limited Partnership
a partnership structure involving general and limited partners with different responsibilities.
• Limited Liability Partnership
a partnership-based business structure with separate legal personality and limited-liability characteristics.
• Private Limited Company
a separate corporate entity commonly considered by businesses seeking structured ownership, limited liability and future growth.
• Foreign Company / Branch
an established overseas company may consider operating through a Singapore branch depending on the business circumstances.
Choosing the Right Structure
AVIS can help clients understand the general commercial characteristics of different structures and how they may relate to the proposed business. However, legal structure, incorporation, taxation and regulatory matters should be confirmed with appropriately qualified professionals.
Professional Services
Where incorporation, company secretarial, legal, accounting, taxation or other regulated professional services are required, AVIS can assist clients in identifying and connecting with suitable qualified professionals and authorised service providers.
Finding the Right Location for Your Business
For businesses such as education institutions, restaurants, cafés and retail outlets, the suitability of the premises can materially affect cost, licensing, customer access and operational feasibility.
AVIS can assist clients in considering:
AVIS does not provide property agency services unless undertaken through an appropriately licensed service provider.
Bringing the Right Parties Together
Establishing a new business often requires coordination with multiple parties. Depending on the project, AVIS may assist clients in identifying and connecting with:
AVIS can remain involved as a business adviser and project coordinator while specialist professionals undertake their respective functions.
Practical Business Perspective
Practical Business Perspective
We consider the commercial and operational viability of the proposed business before focusing on establishment.
Sector Experience
Particular experience in education & training, F&B and retail.
Singapore-Based
AVIS PTE. LTD. has operated as a Singapore management consultancy since 2019.
Professional Coordination
We help bring together the appropriate professional advisers, partners and service providers required for the project.
Cross-Border Perspective
We understand the practical considerations involved when an international entrepreneur is entering a new market.
Singapore Can Be the Beginning of Your Regional Journey
Once a business is established and developed in Singapore, AVIS can also support entrepreneurs exploring opportunities in India and Mauritius through business advisory, partner identification and cross-border project coordination.
Featured Singapore Guides
Starting a Business in Singapore
Key considerations when evaluating and establishing a Singapore business.
Choosing a Business Structure in Singapore
An overview of commonly used business structures and factors entrepreneurs may consider.
Starting an Education Business in Singapore
An introduction to business planning, institutional development, ERF and EduTrust readiness considerations.
Considering a Business in Singapore?
Whether you are planning an education venture, F&B concept, retail business or another commercial opportunity, speak with AVIS before taking the next step.
We can help you evaluate the opportunity, develop a practical establishment plan and connect with the professionals and service providers required to move forward.
PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY NOTICE — AVIS PTE. LTD.
AVIS PTE. LTD. provides management consultancy, business advisory and project coordination services.
Information provided by AVIS should not be treated as legal, tax, accounting, financial or other regulated professional advice.
Where incorporation, legal, accounting, taxation, licensing or other specialised professional services are required, AVIS may assist clients in identifying and connecting with suitable qualified professionals and authorised service providers.
All registrations, licences, certifications and regulatory approvals remain subject to the requirements and decisions of the relevant authorities.
Thinking of Establishing or Expanding a Business?
ENTERING SINGAPORE?
Considering a business opportunity in Singapore? AVIS provides practical market-entry and business establishment advisory.
EXPANDING FROM SINGAPORE?
We support Singapore entrepreneurs evaluating business and expansion opportunities in India and Mauritius.
ESTABLISHING AN EDUCATION BUSINESS?
Speak with AVIS about education business planning, ERF and EduTrust readiness, institutional development and international expansion.
EXPLORING F&B OR RETAIL?
We help entrepreneurs evaluate concepts, assess commercial feasibility and plan the practical steps required to move forward.
Connect with the AVIS Advisory Team
Submit your enquiry below and an AVIS consultant will respond to discuss your business plans.