SSIC 85508→85408
55 Singapore companies previously classified as Training courses for music, dancing, art, speech and drama have been reclassified to Training courses for music, dancing, art, speech and drama as part of the SSIC 2025 transition that took effect on 9 May 2026.
What changed
This sub-class includes the provision of instruction in the arts, drama and/or music to students of all ages. They provide formally organised instruction, mainly for hobby, recreational or self-development purposes. Such instruction does not lead to formal academic qualifications. Units in this sub-class are primarily engaged in: - piano teachers and/or other music instruction - art instruction - dance instruction and/or dance studios - speech and drama schools (non-academic) - fine arts schools (non-academic) - performing arts schools (non-academic) - photography schools (non-academic)
When the reclassifications happened
ACRA processes SSIC 2025 recodes in batches alongside its periodic ACRA-CSV refresh. The first recoded entries appeared after the 9 May 2026 cutover; subsequent batches landed when the monthly bulk drop reached our sync.
Who was affected
Sample of affected companies
A small selection — not exhaustive. Of 55 total, here are 12 companies whose SSIC code was switched from 85508 to 85408.
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