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Singapore Customs

Getting Started

Start here if you are new to trading in Singapore. Learn how to register, set up your accounts, authorise Declaring Agents and meet your payment and security requirements.

Last updated 29 January 2026

Customs Registration Overview

Understand when you need to register with Singapore Customs and what the registration process involves.

Complete Setup Checklist

Follow a step-by-step checklist to prepare your business for trading activities.

New Trader Registration

Learn how first-time traders can register and activate your Customs Account.

Manage Declaring Agent Account and Declarant

Find out how you can authorise a Declaring Agent to use your Inter-Bank GIRO account for the payment of duties and Goods and Services Tax for your Customs permit, and Security for your permit applications.

Apply for Inter-Bank GIRO

Set up an Inter-Bank GIRO to make direct payments to Singapore Customs for duties, taxes, fees, penalties and other charges.

Security Lodgement

Learn when you require a security, how much to lodge, and how to submit, or update your security with Singapore Customs.