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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Passport (original or copy with photograph)
Residence Visa
Residence Permit
Copy of letter applying for Residence Permit/Employment Pass
Copy of acknowledgment card from Immigration
Proof of Employment (letter from Customer's employer to Director of Customs and Excise,
stating employee's designation and anticipated stay in Singapore)
Inventory (two legible copies) detailing contents of cartons
Customs Declaration signed by customer, stating goods have been owned and used by
customer for at least six months
Contact information (address and telephone) of customer
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
CUSTOMER'S PRESENCE IN SINGAPORE MAY BE REQUIRED FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
Household goods and personal effects must arrive within six months of Customer
Used household goods and personal effects are duty-free if possessions have been used
for at least six months abroad, are for the continued use of the owner for at least three
months, and Customer is to reside in Singapore for more than 12 months
All shipments 100% inspected, each carton opened
Only one AIR and one SURFACE shipment allowed
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
New furniture subject to duty (supply invoices)
Only one of each major electrical item allowed duty-free
Refrigerators
Antiques are duty-free, but require a detailed inventory and a certificate of antiquity
(age)
Prescription drugs (valid prescription must be provided)
Alcohol and tobacco products (highly discouraged)
- Alcoholic beverages are subject to very high duties
- Document exact number of bottles and type of alcoholic beverages
- Load in container for easy access
Book and magazine publications examined randomly
Video tapes, laser discs, cassettes and films are highly discouraged, and if imported
are subject to censorship (Screening charges are for the Customer's account)
- Provide a list of the name of the video films
- Videos that are exempt from censorship are children's cartoon videos in their original
packaging and personal recordings of family events.
Certain types of stuffed birds, animals and agricultural products require an import
license
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Narcotics, non-branded drugs and psychotropic substances
Chewing gum
Guns (including toy guns), weapons, ammunition and firecrackers - violation punishable
by death
The following weapons may be imported, but require permission from the authorities:
Swords and knives, spear guns, blow pipes and bows and arrows
Pornographic or politically controversial materials
Hand-held radio transmitting devices
All live and stuffed animals on the Endangered Species List
Counterfeit currency, toy coins and toy currency notes
Plants and vegetable products
Radio transmitters
Cigarette lighters of pistol or revolver shape
MOTOR VEHICLES
Autos and motorcycles subject to very high duty and registration fees - import highly
discouraged
Must be registered in Customer's name for his continued use and not for re-sale
Boats duty-free, but must be for the owner's use and not for re-sale
Left-hand drive vehicles are prohibited
Vehicles more than three years old can not be imported
Dismantled vehicles are not permitted
Documents required:
- Certificate of Compliance from Exhaust Emission Control Standard required for ALL
vehicles new or used
- Original Commercial Invoice
- Insurance Papers
- Vehicle Registration Certificate
- Owner's Passport
- Inward Declaration Permit
- Customs duty payment receipt
- Temporary Certificate of Entitlement
- Manufacturers letter confirming date automobile was manufactured
PETS
Health and Vaccination Certificate required (must show proof that vaccination was
administered between 30 - 180 days prior to the flight)
Animal must be a minimum of four months old upon entry into Singapore
Import Permit required at least 14 days before importation of the pet
One month quarantine required for pets
No more than three dogs permitted per household
Destination Agent should be provided with the following information:
- Breed, name, age, weight, sex and color
- Owner's name and delivery address
- Flight schedule and Air Waybill number
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The information is general guidance to assist our Customers. All of the info. Is a brief summary of customs regulations. Regulations are subject to change without notice, MoverMax.com is NOT liable for any damages, costs, delays, or any other events. Always double check with your local Customs regulations in your country.
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