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Singapore Customs

Traveller's Guide

An essential guide for travellers to Singapore on customs declaration procedures, including dutiable goods, duty-free concession, and where to get assistance during clearance.

Last updated 27 February 2026

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Infographic Guide
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If you are travelling to Singapore, or returning with goods for the first time, this guide helps you navigate Singapore’s customs procedures smoothly.

Refer to the infographic below for a quick overview of customs formalities and clearance procedures, or download the full Customs Guide for Travellers in your preferred language.

Infographic Guide

Infographic showing key steps for travellers arriving in Singapore, including declaring goods before arrival, GST relief limits, dutiable goods, duty-free concessions, and choosing the correct Customs channel.

A quick guide for travellers on what to declare when arriving in Singapore, including GST relief limits, dutiable goods, duty-free concessions, and how to choose the correct Customs channel.

Download the full version of the infographics [PDF, 2.34 MB] to view the linked resources.

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 Available languages as follows:

  1. English (PDF)

  2. Bahasa Indonesia (PDF)

  3. Chinese (PDF)

  4. Japanese (PDF)

  5. Korean (PDF)

  6. Malay (PDF)

  7. Tamil (PDF)

  8. Vietnamese (PDF)