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Contracts Act (Cap. 53): Primary legislation governing contract formation, enforcement, consideration requirements, and contractual capacity in Singapore. Essential for the basic validity of the promissory note as a contractual instrument.

Bills of Exchange Act (Cap. 23): Key legislation regulating negotiable instruments including promissory notes in Singapore. Defines legal requirements for valid promissory notes and establishes rights and obligations of all parties involved.

Limitation Act (Cap. 163): Sets statutory time limits for enforcing promissory notes, typically 6 years from the date of default. Critical for understanding enforcement timeframes.

Evidence Act (Cap. 97): Establishes requirements for documentary evidence and admissibility of electronic records and signatures in Singapore legal proceedings.

Money-lenders Act (Cap. 188): Relevant if the promissory note involves money lending activities. Covers licensing requirements and restrictions on money lending operations.

Electronic Transactions Act: Governs electronic transactions and provides legal recognition of electronic signatures. Important if the promissory note will be executed electronically.

Common Law Principles: Supplementary legal principles from case law and judicial precedents regarding promissory notes in Singapore's common law system.

Banking Regulations: Regulatory framework applicable when financial institutions are involved in the promissory note transaction.