Managing business interactions with the Singapore government no longer needs to be complex or time-consuming. GoBusiness Singapore brings together essential services, such as licensing, grants, personalised guidance, and more, into one easy-to-navigate platform. It’s built for clarity, speed, and convenience, so you spend less time figuring out processes and more time getting things done.
What Is GoBusiness Singapore?
GoBusiness Singapore is a unified government platform that brings together key services to help businesses operate efficiently. It replaces fragmented legacy systems by consolidating services such as licence applications, business grants, and personalised advisory tools into one interface.
It’s especially useful for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and larger organisations that need to handle regulatory processes, access government support, or upskill their workforce, all without having to navigate multiple government websites.
Who’s Behind It?
GoBusiness is the result of inter-agency collaboration:
- Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) – Sets business policy and regulatory direction.
- GovTech – Designs and maintains the platform’s technical backbone.
- Smart Nation and Digital Government Office (SNDGO) – Ensures alignment with national digitalisation efforts.
Together, they ensure GoBusiness is not only functional but also future-ready.
Key Features of the GoBusiness Portal
From licensing and grants to personalised advice and workforce development, the portal brings critical functions into one unified system. Here’s a closer look at the tools that make GoBusiness essential for startups, SMEs, and large enterprises alike.
Business Licensing
With GoBusiness, you no longer need to sift through dozens of government sites or contact individual agencies. It provides a centralised platform for handling:
- New licence applications across multiple industries
- Renewals and amendments to existing licences
- Automated guidance through the Licence e-Advisers, which recommend only the relevant licences based on your business activity, structure, and sector
The system is designed to minimise errors and speed up processing, which is especially helpful for first-time applicants unfamiliar with Singapore’s regulatory framework.
e-Advisers: Personalised Guidance
Traditional government websites often leave users overwhelmed by jargon and unsure of what applies to them. GoBusiness e-Advisers solve this problem with a user-driven form that generates tailored recommendations in seconds.
These digital tools are ideal if:
- You’re starting a new business and don’t know which permits or approvals you need
- You’re exploring available government support, such as funding schemes or productivity incentives
- You’re looking to streamline operations but are unsure where to begin
The tool works by collecting basic input, such as your business sector, intended activities, and business goals, and then returns a list of actionable services. This could include licence applications, relevant grants, or even training programmes.
Integrated Business Grants Access
Navigating government funding schemes used to mean jumping between sites, interpreting eligibility clauses, and managing separate application systems. GoBusiness simplifies this by linking directly to the Business Grants Portal (BGP) while guiding its interface.
From GoBusiness, you can:
- Discover which grants you’re eligible for
- Review the criteria and documentation needed
- Access step-by-step application guidance
- Submit and track your grant application via BGP
Grants typically supported include those for:
- Technology adoption and digitalisation
- Market expansion, both locally and overseas
- Workforce training and development
- Innovation and productivity upgrades
You’ll find clear application requirements, step-by-step guidance, and eligibility criteria — all accessible from a single login.
GoBusiness Dashboard
Once you’re registered, the GoBusiness Dashboard becomes your control panel. It lets you:
- Track the status of your applications
- Manage reminders for renewals
- Access shortcuts to key services
- Receive real-time notifications
This brings order to what is typically a chaotic process for growing businesses that juggle multiple regulatory deadlines.
SkillsFuture for Businesses
GoBusiness isn’t just about licences and grants. It’s also a gateway to SkillsFuture for Business, where you can apply for training subsidies and register your team for courses that enhance operational skills, leadership, or tech capabilities.
It’s particularly useful for growing businesses that want to improve productivity, adapt to new technologies, or invest in leadership training. This positions GoBusiness as more than just an administrative tool but also a strategic partner in workforce development, helping businesses stay competitive and future-ready.
Benefits of Using GoBusiness Singapore
GoBusiness simplifies essential tasks and removes common friction points for businesses. Here’s what you gain by using the platform:
| Feature | Why It Matters |
| Unified Government Access | No need to jump between websites or agency portals |
| Smart e-Advisers | Cut guesswork — get instant clarity on licences and grants |
| Dashboard Tracking | Never miss a renewal deadline or grant update |
| Process Efficiency | Reduced admin time and fewer errors |
| Compliance Confidence | Stay updated with regulatory changes and application statuses |
| Business Support at Scale | Suitable for both lean startups and complex, multi-entity corporations |
GoBusiness vs ACRA BizFile+: What’s the Difference?
While GoBusiness Singapore and ACRA’s BizFile+ both serve business users, they meet very different needs. BizFile+ is the official portal for statutory business registration and compliance filings, managed by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). GoBusiness, on the other hand, is a centralised hub for navigating government e-services, including licences, grants, and startup guidance, often linking back to BizFile+ for formal filings.
| Feature/Function | ACRA BizFile+ | GoBusiness |
| Main Purpose | Official business filing and registration portal | One-stop access to government e-services and business resources |
| Managed By | Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) | Multi-agency (ACRA, MTI, SNDGO, GovTech, etc.) |
| Core Services | – Business registration (companies, LLPs, etc.)- Filing annual returns- Updating company details- Buying business data | – Guidance on business setup- Licensing and grant applications- e-Advisers for recommendations- Access to over 120 e-services |
| Registration Capability | Direct registration for all business entities | Registration for sole proprietorships and partnerships (with ACRA integration); guides other entity types |
| Compliance Filings | Yes (statutory filings, updates, cessation, etc.) | No (redirects to BizFile+ for statutory filings) |
| Dashboard/Tracking | Role-based dashboard for filings and messages | Dashboard to track license applications and business status |
| Information Access | Business profiles, UENs, company data, compliance guides | Centralized access to government e-services and business guides |
| Target Users | Business owners, corporate service providers, professionals | Entrepreneurs, business owners, and anyone navigating government processes |
| Unique Features | – Secure digital correspondence- Direct statutory compliance | – e-Advisers for step-by-step guidance- e-Service Navigator- Guided Journey for licensing |
| Integration | Integrates with other government databases for up-to-date records | Integrates with BizFile+ for certain registrations; links to other e-services |
How to Access and Use GoBusiness Singapore
Step 1: Create an Account
You’ll need either a CorpPass (for businesses) or a SingPass (for individuals). Once logged in, link your UEN (Unique Entity Number) and you’re ready to go.
If you’re managing multiple entities, each one can have its own dashboard view.
Step 2: Explore Services via Dashboard or Search
Use the search function or click through sector-specific categories. For licensing, the Licence e-Adviser will guide you to the exact forms needed.
For grants, GoBusiness redirects you seamlessly to the Business Grants Portal with your business profile pre-filled.
Step 3: Submit Applications
The process is designed to be intuitive:
- Upload required documents (GoBusiness tells you what’s needed)
- Fill in your business activity details.
- Receive confirmation and the application tracking link.
GoBusiness provides estimated processing times, so you know when to follow up and when to expect a decision.
Streamline, Apply, and Grow in One Place
Trying to navigate licensing rules, grant applications, and statutory requirements across different agencies can slow down your business. GoBusiness simplifies this by connecting the services, tools, and information you need, without requiring you to search for them.
From personalised recommendations to application tracking, it’s built to help you:
- Understand exactly what your business needs
- Complete applications correctly the first time
- Keep everything organised and accessible through one dashboard
GoBusiness gives you control, structure, and visibility so you can focus on growth, not paperwork.
Make compliance part of your growth plan. Read more about ongoing business requirements and licensing obligations to stay one step ahead.
