Banking Act (Chapter 19): Primary legislation governing banking operations in Singapore, ensuring bank guarantees are issued by licensed banks and setting out requirements for banking operations and documentation
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines issued by Monetary Authority of Singapore covering banking practices, documentation requirements, financial security instruments, and risk management requirements
Contract Law (Chapter 53B): Fundamental legislation governing contract formation, validity, consideration, and enforceability of contracts including bank guarantees
Stamp Duties Act (Chapter 312): Legislation governing stamp duty requirements, applicable fees, and timing requirements for legal documents including bank guarantees
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act (Chapter 61): Property-related legislation affecting rental agreements and associated securities including bank guarantees
Land Titles Act (Chapter 157): Legislation governing property titles and interests that may affect rental arrangements secured by bank guarantees
Landlord and Tenant (Rental Deposits) Regulations: Specific regulations governing rental deposits and securities in landlord-tenant relationships
Civil Law Act (Chapter 43): Legislation containing provisions relating to guarantees and sureties, including legal requirements for enforcement
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Consumer protection legislation relevant when rental arrangements involve residential property, ensuring fair trading practices
MAS Circulars and Directives: Regulatory notices and directives issued by MAS that provide specific guidance on banking practices and documentation requirements
ABS Guidelines: Industry standards and practices established by the Association of Banks in Singapore affecting bank guarantee documentation and execution
Singapore Case Law on Bank Guarantees: Relevant judicial decisions and precedents that interpret and apply laws relating to bank guarantees in Singapore
