Importing Into 🇸🇬 Singapore
De Minimis Threshold
US$370
SGD $400
Shipments below this value may enter without customs duty. VAT may still apply depending on local rules.
GST relief for imports was lowered. As of 1 Jan 2023, GST applies to all low-value goods (previously SGD $400 was the GST relief threshold). Overseas vendors with over SGD $1 million in global turnover and significant Singapore revenue must register for Singapore GST. Customs duty de minimis for non-controlled goods remains.
As of: 2023-01-01
VAT / GST on Imports
9%
Applied on the customs value (CIF — cost, insurance, freight) plus any applicable duties.
Required Documentation
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 01 | TradeNet Import Permit (IN Permit) |
| 02 | Commercial Invoice |
| 03 | Packing List |
| 04 | Airway Bill or Bill of Lading |
| 05 | Certificate of Origin (for FTA preference) |
| 06 | Controlled goods licence/permit (HSA, IMDA, AVS, etc. as applicable) |
| 07 | Cargo Clearance Permit (CCP) |
Requirements vary by shipment value, HS chapter, and origin country. Learn about each document type →
Restricted Import Categories
- ⚠Firearms and weapons (requires Firearms Act licence)
- ⚠Controlled drugs (prescription required; Misuse of Drugs Act)
- ⚠Tobacco products (all dutiable; no concession)
- ⚠Chewing gum (dental/therapeutic gum by prescription only)
- ⚠Certain telecommunications equipment (IMDA approval needed)
- ⚠Endangered species (CITES permit required)
- ⚠Controlled medicines (HSA approval required)
Prohibited Import Categories
- ✗Chewing gum (non-therapeutic) — import for personal consumption banned
- ✗Controlled drugs and psychotropic substances
- ✗Obscene publications and pornographic materials
- ✗Seditious materials
- ✗Counterfeit goods and currency
- ✗Endangered wildlife products without CITES permits
- ✗Firecrackers and fireworks
Special Notes
- 01Singapore has mandatory death penalty for trafficking certain quantities of narcotics — be aware of strict enforcement.
- 02TradeNet is Singapore's national single window for trade declarations.
- 03GST rate is 9% as of January 2024.
- 04Singapore has very low or zero import duties on most goods (the tariff schedule is largely duty-free).
- 05Singapore is a member of ASEAN and has numerous FTAs (US-Singapore FTA, EU-Singapore FTA, CPTPP, etc.).
- 06Chewing gum can only be brought in for personal medicinal use (dental/nicotine gum) with a doctor's prescription.
Documented Import Rules
Vape / E-Cigarette
🇸🇬 Singapore
Vape / E-Cigarette requires declaration / permit for personal import into Singapore.
Alcohol / Spirits
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Alcohol / Spirits requires declaration / permit for personal import into Singapore.
Tobacco Cigarettes
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Tobacco Cigarettes requires declaration / permit for personal import into Singapore.
CBD Oil
🇸🇬 Singapore
CBD Oil is generally prohibited for personal import into Singapore.
Cannabis Seeds
🇸🇬 Singapore
Cannabis Seeds is generally prohibited for personal import into Singapore.
Sterilised hemp seeds (food grade)
🇸🇬 Singapore
Sterilised hemp seeds (food grade) requires declaration / permit for personal import into Singapore.
Codeine (Medication)
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Codeine (Medication) is generally prohibited for personal import into Singapore.
Adderall (Medication)
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Adderall (Medication) is generally prohibited for personal import into Singapore.
Tramadol (Medication)
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Tramadol (Medication) is generally prohibited for personal import into Singapore.
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