Taxes and import duties for...To Singapore

Overview of shipping goods to Singapore.

When shipping goods to Singapore, the recipient is required to pay import duties, whether the goods are for personal or commercial use. The assessment method is based on the CIF (Cost, Insurance & Freight) price, meaning duties and taxes are calculated on the full value of the imported goods, including the cost of the goods, insurance, and freight. In addition to duties, certain goods shipped to Singapore are also subject to Goods and Services Tax (GST) and excise duties.

Customs duties and taxes for shipments to Singapore.

Singapore has a variable duty rate ranging from 0% to 4%, with an average rate of 0%. Most goods are duty-free. However, the following items are subject to duty when shipping to Singapore:

a. Alcohol

b. Tobacco

c. Automotive

d. Petroleum products

Other goods besides those mentioned are exempt from duties and taxes.

Sales tax for shipments to Singapore.

Generally, all shipments to Singapore are subject to Goods and Services Tax (GST), regardless of whether the goods are taxable or exempt. GST is calculated based on the total CIF (Cost, Infrastructure, Fuel, and Exchange) price plus duties (if applicable) and is payable at the point of import.
Currently, the GST tax rate is 7%.

Minimum duties and taxes for shipping goods to Singapore.

Shipments to Singapore (excluding alcohol and tobacco) are priced CIF (Cost, Inclusive of Tax). Shipments valued at SGD400 or less may be exempt from duties and/or Goods and Services Tax (GST). 

Other taxes and customs fees for shipments to Singapore.

Excise tax is levied on the export of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products. 
Excise tax may vary and be levied at a rate determined by a specific method (Ad Valorem) or per unit of certain alcoholic products, i.e., calculated per liter (SGD per litre).

Location and contact information for the Customs Department for sending goods to Singapore.

Further information regarding import declaration procedures and restrictions for shipments to Singapore can be found on the Singapore Customs website:  https://www.customs.gov.sg

How to send something to Singapore.

For shipments to Singapore, SME SHIPPING provides document and parcel delivery services via DHL EXPRESS., FEDEX EXPRESS, TNT EXPRESS, Global Mail, and international sea freight services.