Classification Advice

Under the Strategic Goods (Control) Act (SGCA), Singapore regulates the physical transfer (export, transhipment and transit), intangible transfer of technology (ITT), and the brokering of strategic goods and strategic goods technology.

Prior to applying for permits or registration, you need to first determine if your intended transfer or brokering of goods and technology falls under the control list. If you are unsure of the classification of your items, you may submit the following forms to seek advice from Singapore Customs on whether your items are controlled under the SGCA:

Form D for all goods other than encryption technology
Form E for items with cryptographic functionality (information security goods and technology)

Documentary Requirements

In submitting Form D or E, you will need to submit the following supporting documents, where applicable:

Technical specifications.
Data sheets.
Drawings or blueprints.
Product brochures and catalogs.
Export authorisation from the originating country (for re-export of goods from Singapore).

Applications will be processed in an average of 7 working days, upon receipt of all the necessary supporting documents. Applications with many items may take a longer time to process.

How to Submit Form D or E?

You can submit your request for advice on determination of strategic goods application forms, together with the necessary supporting documents by email, fax, mail or in person to:

Strategic Goods Control Branch Singapore Customs 55 Newton Road #06-02 Revenue House Singapore 307987
Tel	:	(65) 6337 5996
Fax	:	(65) 6337 5212
Email	:	customs_stgc@customs.gov.sg

Submission of documents by courier can be made at:
7th Floor
Revenue House
Box No. 3 - Strategic Goods Control Branch