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FUNDS, VCCs & FAMILY OFFICES

Structure first. Set up properly.

Regulated investment structures, set up properly.

Launching a fund, establishing a Singapore VCC or setting up a family office involves more than incorporating a company. The structure, regulatory pathway, service providers and ongoing obligations all need to work together.

One Incorp coordinates structuring, entity set-up and application support, bringing together the relevant fund managers, administrators, custodians, legal counsel and auditors for your requirements.

Advisory-led structuring · Coordinated specialist support · Ongoing governance and compliance

Investment structuresOne Incorp
From structure to set-up One coordinated plan.
Specialists in the right roles.

Align the entity, regulatory needs and operating partners from the beginning.

VCC & sub-fundsStandalone or umbrella structure options
Family officesOwnership, management and investment vehicles
Fund managementCompany set-up and licence application support
Global fund vehiclesCross-border structuring through associate network
Illustrative service overview. Structure, licensing and incentive eligibility depend on individual circumstances and authority requirements.
Advisory-firstStructure before paperwork
Senior-ledProfessional judgement from day one
One coordinated contactSpecialists aligned to your needs
Beyond incorporationSet-up and ongoing compliance support

MORE THAN FORMATION

Investment structures need the right people and the right framework.

A fund or family office may involve several entities, service providers and regulatory considerations. The pieces need to fit together before you launch.

We help map the proposed structure and coordinate the relevant set-up and application work. Where specialist advice or regulated services are needed, we work with the appropriate licensed or qualified professionals.

Our role is to help you understand the process, identify the requirements and keep the moving parts coordinated — without losing sight of ongoing governance and compliance.

What the plan needs to consider

The right approach depends on the type of structure, the people involved and the intended activity.

  • Structure and purposeFund vehicle, holding entity, family office or management company.
  • Regulatory pathwayApplicable licence, registration or incentive application requirements.
  • Specialist providersFund manager, administrator, custodian, legal counsel and auditor as relevant.
  • Banking and custodyAccount and custody relationship requirements for the proposed structure.
  • Ongoing obligationsReporting, accounting, audit coordination, governance and compliance.

OUR SERVICES

Fund and family office support, coordinated end to end

From early structuring through set-up and ongoing administration, we coordinate the workstreams relevant to your proposed investment structure.

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Fund structure design

Assess the intended investment activity, ownership, entity options and relevant jurisdiction considerations before formation.

Structure planning
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Singapore VCC set-up

Coordinate VCC incorporation, constitution and sub-fund set-up, director arrangements and engagement with the relevant service providers.

VCC & sub-funds
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Family office structures

Coordinate the family holding company, family office management company and investment vehicle structure, based on the family's circumstances.

Family wealth structures
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Fund management company

Support company set-up and coordinate the preparation of relevant licence application materials with compliance consultants and legal counsel.

Application support
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Regulatory and incentive applications

Coordinate relevant application workstreams, including support relating to Singapore fund tax incentive schemes where applicable.

Eligibility is assessed individually
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Ongoing governance and compliance

Coordinate accounting, tax filings, audit arrangements, regulatory returns, corporate secretarial work and continuing compliance support.

After set-up

WHICH STRUCTURE ARE YOU PLANNING?

Support shaped around your investment objectives

Different structures serve different purposes. We start with what you intend to do, then identify the relevant set-up and specialist requirements.

01 · Investment fund

Launching a fund

For investment professionals and sponsors exploring a fund vehicle, service provider line-up and relevant regulatory pathway.

02 · Singapore VCC

Standalone or umbrella VCC

For clients considering a Singapore Variable Capital Company and, where suitable, multiple sub-funds.

03 · Family wealth

Establishing a family office

For families considering a coordinated structure for family assets, management and investment activity.

04 · Fund manager

Setting up a management company

For firms planning to manage third-party assets and needing to understand company and licensing application requirements.

05 · Existing structure

Reviewing a fund arrangement

For existing structures reviewing governance, service providers, reporting or ongoing compliance arrangements.

06 · Cross-border

Considering another fund domicile

For clients assessing options such as Luxembourg, the BVI, Cyprus or the UAE, subject to confirmation of service availability.

WHAT IS REQUIRED?

What we need to understand before getting started

A focused initial discussion helps us identify the likely structure, workstreams and specialist input. Exact documents depend on the jurisdiction and your circumstances.

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Your objectives

What you intend to establish, the investment or family-office purpose, target launch timing and long-term plans.

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Founders, owners and key people

An overview of the proposed shareholders, beneficial owners, directors, investment professionals and other key individuals.

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Investment activity and strategy

The broad asset classes, target markets, investor profile and intended activity of the fund or family office.

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Proposed jurisdiction and vehicle

Whether you are considering a Singapore VCC, family office arrangement, fund management company or another fund domicile.

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Regulatory and operating needs

Any known licensing, incentive, banking, custody, administration, audit, reporting or compliance requirements.

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Existing documents and advisers

If available, an existing structure chart, concept note or business plan, and details of legal, tax or investment advisers already engaged.

Next step: We review the information, identify gaps and agree the scope of work and specialist support required. Do not send sensitive identity, investor or financial documents until a secure submission process has been confirmed.

HOW WE WORK

From initial idea to a coordinated set-up

A clear process helps you understand what is involved, who needs to be engaged and what comes next.

STEP 01

Understand

Discuss objectives, ownership, investment activity and intended jurisdiction.

STEP 02

Map the structure

Identify potential entities, regulatory considerations and specialist requirements.

STEP 03

Agree the scope

Set out the workstreams, responsibilities, fees and expected sequence.

STEP 04

Coordinate set-up

Support entity formation and coordinate application and service-provider work.

STEP 05

Maintain compliance

Coordinate relevant accounting, filings, audit and ongoing governance support.

WHO WE HELP

For families, fund sponsors and investment professionals

We coordinate structuring and set-up for clients who need a clear path through multiple entities, providers and requirements.

Families and family officesPlanning family holding, management and investment vehicles.
Emerging fund managersExploring a first fund or a fund management company.
Established fund sponsorsCoordinating fund entities, service providers and ongoing requirements.
Corporate investment teamsConsidering an investment vehicle or cross-border fund structure.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Funds, VCCs and family offices FAQs

What is a Singapore VCC?

A Variable Capital Company (VCC) is a Singapore corporate structure designed for investment funds. It may be established as a standalone fund or as an umbrella with multiple sub-funds, subject to applicable requirements and arrangements.

Can One Incorp help set up a family office in Singapore?

One Incorp can support structuring and set-up coordination for family office arrangements, including coordination of relevant entities and application workstreams. Eligibility and regulatory requirements depend on the family's circumstances and applicable rules.

Can you help with Sections 13O and 13U fund tax incentive applications?

We can support and coordinate relevant application work for Singapore fund tax incentive schemes where applicable. Eligibility and approval are assessed by the relevant authorities, and ongoing conditions may apply.

Does One Incorp manage funds or provide investment advice?

No. One Incorp's role is structuring, set-up and application support. It does not act as a licensed fund manager, manage funds or provide investment advice. Fund management and other regulated services must be provided by appropriately licensed providers.

Can you arrange a fund management licence?

We can support the company set-up and coordinate the preparation of licence application materials with relevant compliance consultants and legal counsel. Licences are granted by the relevant regulator, and approval is not guaranteed.

Can you help with funds outside Singapore?

The brief identifies potential support through an associate network in jurisdictions including Luxembourg, the BVI, Cyprus and the UAE. Availability and the final list should be confirmed with One Incorp before engagement.

START WITH THE STRUCTURE

Planning a fund, VCC or family office?

Talk to One Incorp about your objectives. We’ll help outline the structuring considerations, likely workstreams and specialist support your proposed arrangement may require.

One Incorp provides structuring, set-up and application support. It is not a licensed fund manager, does not manage funds or provide investment advice, and does not approve licences or tax incentives. Regulatory licences and incentive applications are subject to eligibility, applicable requirements and decisions by the relevant authorities. Specialist legal, tax and investment advice may be required.

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