Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing corporate entities in Singapore, including provisions for nominee shareholders and directors, disclosure requirements for nominee arrangements, and corporate governance requirements
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Regulates securities trading and financial markets, including regulations for nominee arrangements in securities trading, disclosure requirements for substantial shareholdings, and requirements for nominee services providers
Trust Companies Act (Cap. 336): Governs trust companies and nominee services, including licensing requirements for professional nominees and regulatory compliance standards
Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Requirements: Includes MAS Guidelines, Trust Companies Act requirements, and due diligence obligations for preventing money laundering and terrorism financing through nominee arrangements
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, including requirements for handling personal data of parties involved, consent obligations, and data protection provisions
Contract Law: Common law principles governing contract formation, including requirements for consideration, capacity to contract, and general contractual obligations
Income Tax Act: Covers tax implications of nominee arrangements and associated reporting requirements to tax authorities
Stamp Duties Act: Regulates stamp duties applicable to nominee arrangements and associated documentation requirements
