Step 1: register for BizFinx and CorpPass
Before you can prepare or submit anything, you need CorpPass access to BizFinx. See our step-by-step registration guide.
Step 2: prepare your data in BizFinx
ACRA provides the BizFinx preparation tool free of charge — a genuine advantage compared to jurisdictions where tagging tools are entirely commercial. See our BizFinx & BizFile+ explained guide for how the pieces fit together.
Step 3: validate before submission
Run your prepared submission through BizFinx's validation before lodging — this is what catches most rejection causes before they become a missed-deadline problem. See our common validation errors guide.
Step 4: lodge through BizFile+
Submit your validated Annual Return and financial statements through BizFile+ ahead of your statutory deadline — check your exact dates with our filing deadline calculator.
When to get professional help
If your company's accounts are complex, or you're consistently hitting validation errors you can't resolve, a corporate secretary or XBRL-experienced accountant can prepare and lodge on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free tool for XBRL filing in Singapore?
Yes — ACRA provides BizFinx free of charge for preparing XBRL submissions, a genuine difference from some other countries where tagging tools are commercial-only.
Can I file without CorpPass?
No — CorpPass access is required to use BizFinx and lodge through BizFile+.
What should I do if my submission keeps failing validation?
Check our common validation errors guide first — most rejections trace back to a handful of recurring issues. If it persists, a corporate secretary experienced with BizFinx can usually resolve it quickly.