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Importing to Singapore

Customs duty, VAT, and import regulations — updated 2026

Key facts at a glance

Customs authority
Singapore Customs
De minimis threshold
SG$400 (~$300 USD)
VAT / sales tax
GST at 9%
Typical duty range
Near-zero — Singapore is a free port
Code system
8-digit ASEAN Harmonised Tariff Nomenclature (AHTN)
Currency
SGD

⚡ 2026 tariff update

Singapore is Asia's leading free trade hub with 27 FTAs covering 900M+ consumers.

Overview

Singapore is one of the world's most open trading nations. Import duties apply only to tobacco, liquor, motor vehicles, and petroleum. For virtually all other goods the duty rate is 0%. GST at 9% applies above the SG$400 threshold. Singapore's Customs service is renowned for efficiency — clearance often takes hours.

Import process

1. Goods arrive at Singapore (Changi Airport or Port of Singapore) 2. TradeNet declaration submitted electronically 3. Permit obtained (usually instant) 4. GST applies if value exceeds SG$400 5. Release within hours for most goods

Practical tips

✓ Use Singapore as a regional hub — re-export without duty is straightforward
✓ MES (Major Exporter Scheme) suspends GST on imports for qualifying exporters
✓ ASEAN FTA (AFTA) provides 0% rates for goods from ASEAN member states
✓ Alcohol and tobacco have specific excise duties regardless of value

⛔ Restricted & prohibited goods

Chewing gum (with medical exceptions), fireworks, certain publications, tiger/turtle products without CITES permit

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