35103

Transmission, distribution and sale of electricity

classLevel 4Use for ACRA Registration

This sub-class includes the transmission and/or sale of electricity to households, industrial and/or commercial users. This economic activity may require a licence from the Energy Market Authority or its equivalent. Units in this sub-class are primarily engaged in: - operation of transmission systems that convey the electricity from the generation facility to the distribution system - operation of distribution systems (i.e., consisting of lines, poles, meters, and wiring) that convey electric power received from the generation facility or the transmission system to the final consumer - sale of electricity to the user, including through electric charging stations/kiosks - operation of electricity and transmission capacity exchanges for electric power, except via intermediaries - electricity retailers (sale of electricity to the user on own account) - rental and/or leasing electricity distribution networks - distribution of electricity or stored electricity into electricity mains/networks - conversion of electrical energy into a form of energy which can be stored, the storing of such energy, and the subsequent reconversion of such energy into electrical energy, e.g., operation of pump storage facilities, compressed air storage facilities, or battery storage facilities - operation of charging facilities or stations for electric vehicles, e.g., electric cars, motorcycles, scooters and bicycles - operation of charging facilities for electronic devices, e.g., mobile telephones, or laptops

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Licences & Permits

3 licences apply to businesses in this SSIC code depending on the specific activities you conduct. Most are activity-triggered — a holding company in 64, for example, only needs a Banking Licence if it actually conducts banking.

Required for activityEMA

Electricity Generation

Validity
30 years
Processing
up to 4 to 6 months (depending on the complexity of the project) upon full submission of supporting documents and receipt of complete information, unl
Prerequisites (20)
  • Audited statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements and credit statement
  • Past 2 years' audited financial statements which could include income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements and credit statement or credit rating (if any), including any history of bankruptcy or financial distress.
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.doc, *.docx, *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png, *.xls, *.xlsx)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Financing plan with details of sources of capital and repayment schedule
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.doc, *.docx, *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png, *.xls, *.xlsx)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Applicant's acceptance of the proposed electricity connection scheme
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.doc, *.docx, *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png, *.xls, *.xlsx)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Organisation chart including resume and curriculum vitae (CV) of key appointment holders
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.doc, *.docx, *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png, *.xls, *.xlsx)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Applicant's acceptance of the proposed gas connection scheme (if gas is used as a fuel for the generating unit)
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.doc, *.docx, *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png, *.xls, *.xlsx)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Applicant's ACRA Business Profile
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.doc, *.docx, *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png, *.xls, *.xlsx)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Other supporting documents (if any)
Full reference: how to apply, FAQ, prerequisites
Required for activityEMA

Electricity Retailer

Validity
Up to 10 years. For renewal of the licence, licensees may apply to EMA, in writing, no earlier than 3.5 years and no later than 2.5 years prior to the expiry of the licence
Processing
8 weeks upon full submission of supporting documents and receipt of complete information, unless otherwise informed by Authority
Prerequisites (20)
  • Retailer Licence Application Checklist
  • Please download and complete the application checklist here and upload as a supporting document.
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png)
  • Audited statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements and credit statement
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • 5 years projected financial statements, critical assumptions on the financial projection, proposed capital structure and an expense breakdown
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Applicant's ACRA Business Profile or Certificate of Incorporation
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Company Memorandum and Articles of Association
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Corporate Bank Account
  • A copy of the company bank account statement or equivalent.
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Hedging Plan
Full reference: how to apply, FAQ, prerequisites
Required for activityEMA

Electricity Wholesaler

Validity
No expiration date
Processing
up to 30 working days upon full submission of supporting documents and receipt of complete information, unless otherwise informed by Authority
Prerequisites (16)
  • Organisation chart including resume and curriculum vitae (CV) of key appointment holders
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.doc, *.docx, *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png, *.xls, *.xlsx)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Applicant's acceptance of the proposed electricity and/or gas connection scheme(s)
  • For generating unit only.
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.doc, *.docx, *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png, *.xls, *.xlsx)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Corporate Bank Account
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.doc, *.docx, *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png, *.xls, *.xlsx)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Applicant's ACRA Business Profile
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.doc, *.docx, *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png, *.xls, *.xlsx)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
  • Other supporting documents (if any)
  • Document(s) Format(s): (*.doc, *.docx, *.jpeg, *.jpg, *.pdf, *.png, *.xls, *.xlsx)
  • Maximum upload per application: 7 MB
Full reference: how to apply, FAQ, prerequisites

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Tax Incentives & Schemes

2 schemes that businesses in this SSIC code may qualify for. Eligibility is case-by-case — talk to the relevant authority.

Tax exemptionIRASPTE

Partial Tax Exemption (PTE)

Benefit: First SGD 10,000: 75% exemption; next SGD 190,000: 50% exemption. Available to all companies (including those past their 3-year SUTE window).

Eligibility: Singapore tax-resident company.

Tax exemptionIRASSUTE

Start-Up Tax Exemption (SUTE)

Benefit: First SGD 100,000 of chargeable income: 75% exemption; next SGD 100,000: 50% exemption. For each of the first 3 YAs after incorporation.

Eligibility: Newly incorporated SG-resident company, ≤ 20 individual shareholders (or one corporate holding ≥ 10%), not in investment-holding or property-development.

Note for SSIC : Excludes 64202 investment holding & 41001/68101 property development

Worth applying for any of these?

We screen eligibility and shape the application — most schemes are discretionary and need a substantive activity case.

Classification Path

Section
D-ELECTRICITY, GAS, STEAM AND AIR-CONDITIONING SUPPLY
Division
35-ELECTRICITY, GAS, STEAM AND AIR-CONDITIONING SUPPLY
Group
351-ELECTRIC POWER GENERATION, TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION
Current class
35103-Transmission, distribution and sale of electricity

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