Employment Act (Cap. 91): Primary employment legislation in Singapore that helps distinguish between employees and independent contractors. While freelancers are generally not covered, understanding this Act is crucial for proper classification of the working relationship.
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation matters for freelancers including tax obligations and Central Provident Fund (CPF) exemptions applicable to independent contractors.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Essential for establishing data protection obligations and privacy requirements in the contract.
Contract Law (Cap. 43): Fundamental legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore. Establishes basic principles for creating legally binding agreements.
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Regulates fair competition practices and impacts the drafting of non-compete clauses and business restrictions in freelance contracts.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Establishes standards for workplace safety and health protection, which may be relevant depending on the nature of freelance work.
Skills Development Levy Act: Addresses skills development requirements and exemptions applicable to freelancers in Singapore.
Copyright Act: Part of IP laws governing ownership and protection of creative works, crucial for establishing intellectual property rights in freelance contracts.
Patents Act: Protects inventions and innovative work, important for technical freelance contracts involving new technologies or innovations.
Trade Marks Act: Governs the use and protection of trademarks, relevant for freelance work involving branding or logo design.
IRAS Guidelines: Tax authority guidelines specifying reporting requirements and obligations for self-employed persons and freelancers.
MOM Guidelines: Ministry of Manpower guidelines on contract workers, freelancers, and fair employment practices, including Tripartite Guidelines.
