Hire-Purchase Act (Cap. 125): Primary legislation governing hire-purchase and leasing arrangements in Singapore, setting out basic requirements for financial lease agreements
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Legislation protecting consumers' interests in commercial transactions, including leasing arrangements, and preventing unfair practices
Civil Law Act: Foundational legislation governing civil matters and contracts in Singapore, including principles of contract formation and enforcement
Companies Act: Relevant when parties to the lease are corporations, governing corporate capabilities and requirements
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines from Monetary Authority of Singapore affecting financial leasing activities and institutions
Banking Act: Regulates banking institutions that may be involved in financial leasing activities
Finance Companies Act: Governs finance companies that may be involved in providing financial leases
Financial Advisers Act: Regulates financial advisory services that might be related to financial leasing arrangements
Registration of Businesses Act: Requirements for business registration and compliance in Singapore
Personal Property Securities Act: Governs security interests in personal property, including leased assets
Bills of Sale Act: Relevant for documentation and transfer of personal property rights
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, including lease agreements
Goods and Services Tax Act: Tax implications and requirements for financial lease transactions
Income Tax Act: Tax treatment of lease payments and income for both lessor and lessee
Stamp Duties Act: Requirements for stamp duty payments on lease documents
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs electronic contracts and digital signatures if the lease agreement is executed electronically
Personal Data Protection Act: Requirements for handling personal data of parties involved in the lease agreement
