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Terra Advisory Services — Singapore & Malaysia, 2026

2012 Year founded in Singapore
13+ Years of regional advisory experience
ACRA Licensed filing agent FA20122913
2 Jurisdictions — Singapore & Malaysia
FCCA Chartered Certified Accountants (Malaysia)

Who Is Terra Advisory Services?

Singapore-registered. ACRA-licensed. Operating across Singapore and Malaysia since 2012.

Terra Advisory Services is a Singapore-registered accounting and corporate services firm that helps entrepreneurs, SMEs and foreign business owners set up, run and grow companies in Singapore and Malaysia. In short, Terra handles the compliance work so clients can focus on the business.

Since 2012, Terra Advisory Services has supported hundreds of companies — from first-time founders incorporating a Singapore Pte Ltd to established groups expanding into Malaysia via the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ). Furthermore, the firm works with clients across industries including technology, professional services, trading, manufacturing and financial services.

As a result of more than a decade in practice, Terra understands what Singapore regulators expect — and how to keep your company fully compliant without surprises.

What Terra Advisory Services Does

Six core services. One firm. One point of contact for Singapore and Malaysia compliance.

Company Incorporation

Singapore Pte Ltd registration via ACRA BizFile+. Nominee director, registered address, corporate secretary and CorpPass setup included. Foreigners welcome — 100% foreign ownership allowed.

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Monthly and quarterly bookkeeping, management accounts, financial statement compilation and XBRL filing for ACRA. Packages start from S$100/month for micro-companies.

Corporate Tax & GST

ECI filing, Form C-S/C preparation, tax computation and IRAS liaison. GST registration, quarterly F5 returns and input tax review. Singapore's 17% rate — with exemptions that reduce most SMEs well below that.

Immigration & Work Passes

Employment Pass, S Pass, EntrePass, Dependant's Pass and PR applications. Terra handles the full MOM submission and follows up with the ministry on your behalf.

Malaysia Expansion

Sdn Bhd registration, JS-SEZ status applications via IRDA, Malaysia accounting, payroll and corporate secretarial services. Handled through affiliate JT & CY Advisory in Johor.

Annual Compliance

ACRA annual return, AGM and financial statement filing. All deadlines tracked. No missed filings, no ACRA penalties, no estimated tax assessments from IRAS.

Our Credentials — What They Mean for You

ACRA registration is not optional for a filing agent. Here are the specifics.

Terra Advisory Services is officially registered with ACRA as a licensed filing agent. In other words, the firm is authorised to submit ACRA filings — annual returns, incorporation documents and corporate changes — on your behalf. This is a legal requirement, not a marketing claim.

ACRA Registered Filing Agent

Company
Terra Advisory Services Pte. Ltd.
UEN
201207025E
Filing Agent Number
FA20122913

This registration confirms Terra meets ACRA's requirements to provide regulated corporate services in Singapore.

Professional Qualifications — Malaysia Team

The Malaysia affiliate, JT & CY Advisory, is led by CY Sim, who has been in professional practice since 2017. Specifically, CY Sim holds two professional designations that matter in cross-border work:

Singapore and Malaysia — Why Terra Advisory Services Covers Both

More Singapore companies are setting up in Malaysia. Terra and JT & CY Advisory make that transition straightforward.

In 2026, the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is the most significant cross-border business development in Southeast Asia. It offers qualifying companies a 5% corporate tax rate on Johor operations for 10 years — compared to Malaysia's standard 24%.

However, applying for JS-SEZ status requires setting up a Malaysia Sdn Bhd, obtaining IRDA approval, and managing a dual-entity structure across two tax systems. That said, Terra Advisory Services and JT & CY Advisory handle this entire process together — from Sdn Bhd registration through to ongoing compliance in both jurisdictions.

Important: The JS-SEZ 5% rate applies to qualifying operations in Johor. It does not apply to Singapore corporate tax, which remains at 17% (with SUTE and PTE exemptions for eligible companies). Terra Advisory Services will always give you the correct figures — not a simplified version.

For more detail, see the Singapore–Malaysia dual entity guide and the full Why Set Up in Malaysia guide.

The People Behind Terra Advisory Services

A lean, experienced team across Singapore and Johor.

Terra Advisory Services

Singapore — Incorporated 2012

Handles Singapore company incorporation, accounting, corporate tax, GST, immigration work passes and annual compliance. ACRA registered filing agent since 2012. Clients range from solo founders to multi-director SMEs and foreign-owned entities.

ACRA FA20122913 UEN 201207025E

JT & CY Advisory

Malaysia Affiliate — Established 2021

Handles Malaysia Sdn Bhd registration, JS-SEZ applications via IRDA and MIDA, Malaysia accounting,payroll management, advisory service and corporate secretarial services. Led by CY Sim, in practice since 2017.

FCCA MIA Johor-based

Why Clients Choose Terra Advisory Services

Specific reasons — not general claims.

  • One firm, two countries. Singapore and Malaysia compliance handled under one engagement. No handoff gaps between advisers.
  • Transparent pricing. Fees are agreed upfront. No hidden charges for IRAS queries or ACRA follow-ups.
  • Foreigners welcome. Terra regularly works with overseas founders who manage their Singapore company entirely remotely. All filings are done digitally.
  • Deadlines tracked. Every ACRA, IRAS and MOM deadline is tracked internally. Clients do not need to remember filing dates.
  • Correct information. Terra gives accurate answers — including on topics where the correct answer is more complex than a simple headline rate.
  • Same-day responses. The team responds to client queries the same business day via WhatsApp or email.

Frequently Asked Questions — About Terra Advisory Services

Services and Coverage

Terra Advisory Services handles company incorporation, accounting, corporate tax, GST, immigration work passes and annual compliance for Singapore companies. In addition, through affiliate JT & CY Advisory, the firm supports Malaysia Sdn Bhd registration, JS-SEZ applications and ongoing Malaysia compliance. In short, Terra covers the full regulatory lifecycle of a Singapore or Singapore-Malaysia business.

Yes. Singapore allows 100% foreign ownership of a private limited company. Terra handles the full BizFile+ incorporation process, nominee director arrangements where required, and post-incorporation compliance including accounting, tax and Employment Pass applications. Many clients are overseas founders who manage everything remotely.

Yes. Through JT & CY Advisory in Johor, Terra supports Singapore companies setting up a Malaysia Sdn Bhd and applying for JS-SEZ status via IRDA and MIDA. The JS-SEZ offers a 5% corporate tax rate on qualifying Johor operations for 10 years. Terra handles the full process — from Sdn Bhd registration to ongoing Malaysia compliance. See the JS-SEZ guide for full details.

Credentials and Trust

Yes. Terra Advisory Services Pte. Ltd. is registered with ACRA as a licensed filing agent. UEN: 201207025E. Filing Agent Number: FA20122913. This registration is a legal requirement to submit ACRA filings on behalf of clients — it is not a self-awarded badge.

Terra Advisory Services was founded in Singapore in 2012. That means more than 13 years of advisory experience in Singapore's regulatory environment. Furthermore, the Malaysia affiliate JT & CY Advisory has been operating since 2021, with lead accountant CY Sim in practice since 2017. Together, the two firms cover the full Singapore-Malaysia corridor.

The fastest way to reach Terra Advisory Services is via WhatsApp at +65 8961 8383. Alternatively, use the contact form. The team typically responds the same business day. For Malaysia-specific enquiries about JS-SEZ or Sdn Bhd setup, Terra will route your query to JT & CY Advisory directly.

Explore Our Services

Each service page includes full 2026 pricing, process details, ACRA and IRAS requirements, and FAQ. Start with the area most relevant to your situation.

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Singapore incorporation, accounting, tax, immigration or Malaysia expansion — tell us what you need and we will come back to you the same day.

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