Moving To Singapore
Learn what to prepare when moving to Singapore, including GST relief eligibility, requirements for importing household items, unaccompanied shipments, pets, and motor vehicles.
Last updated 15 February 2026
Bringing in Household Items Overview
If you are moving to Singapore and importing used household articles or personal effects, GST applies unless GST relief is granted. Learn when a Customs In-Payment (GST) or In-Payment (Duty and GST) permit is required.
Do I Qualify for GST Relief?
Find out whether you qualify for GST relief when importing used household articles and personal effects, and the conditions you must meet when moving to Singapore.
What goods are not eligible for relief?
Some used household articles and personal effects are not eligible for GST relief, even when you are moving to Singapore. Find out which goods are excluded, the permits required for these goods, and what to check before importing them.
Sending Unaccompanied Items
Learn what to do when sending used household items or personal effects to Singapore separately from your arrival. Find out the documents required, when to apply for GST relief, and when a GST relief permit is not needed.
How to collect my shipped items when they arrive?
After your GST relief permit is approved, your appointed agent collects your shipped personal effects from the port or air freight centre.
Pets
Find out the procedures and requirements for bringing pets into Singapore, including imports for residence.
Motor Vehicles
Find out the requirements for importing motor vehicles into Singapore, including assessment of customs value, duty and GST rates.