Companies Act (Cap. 50): Primary legislation governing share transfers in Singapore, particularly Sections 130A-130AD (transfer mechanisms), Section 126 (share nature), and Sections 128-129 (share certificates)
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Regulatory framework for securities trading and market conduct, particularly relevant if the company is public or listed
ACRA Regulations: Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority requirements for corporate governance and reporting of share transfers
Company Constitution: Company's constitutional document (formerly Articles of Association) containing specific provisions on share transfers and restrictions
Shareholders' Agreement: Existing agreement between shareholders that may contain specific provisions on share transfers, right of first refusal, or other transfer restrictions
Stamp Duties Act (Cap. 312): Legislation governing stamp duty requirements for share transfer transactions in Singapore
Pre-emptive Rights: Existing shareholders' rights to be offered shares first before they can be transferred to third parties
Board Approval Requirements: Specific requirements for board approval of share transfers as per company constitution or shareholders' agreement
Foreign Ownership Restrictions: Any limitations on foreign ownership of shares in the company, if applicable under Singapore law or company constitution
UBO Reporting Requirements: Ultimate Beneficial Ownership reporting obligations under Singapore's corporate regulatory framework
AML/CFT Requirements: Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism requirements for share transfer transactions
