Employment Act (EA): While freelancers are not directly covered under the EA, it needs to be referenced to clearly distinguish the independent contractor relationship and avoid employment misclassification
Income Tax Act: Defines tax obligations for freelancers and clarifies that income tax will not be withheld by the hiring company
Central Provident Fund (CPF) Act: Establishes that freelancers are not entitled to CPF contributions from the hiring company, which needs to be explicitly stated in the contract
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2012: Governs the handling of personal data and sets obligations regarding data protection and confidentiality for freelancers who may handle such information
Competition Act: Relevant for structuring non-compete clauses and restrictions, ensuring reasonable scope and duration in the freelance agreement
Contract Law (Common Law): Covers essential elements of valid contract formation, ensuring terms and conditions are clear and enforceable under Singapore law
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Applies to freelancers working on-site, defining safety obligations and responsibilities of both parties
Intellectual Property Laws: Encompasses Copyright Act and Patents Act, determining ownership and rights to work created during the freelance engagement
Prevention of Corruption Act: Establishes anti-bribery and corruption provisions, and ethical conduct requirements for the freelance relationship
Skills Development Levy Act: Clarifies that freelancers are not covered under company training obligations and related levies
