Send a parcel to: Singapore
When you send a parcel abroad, you need an international courier you can trust. At Parcelforce Worldwide we have the experience and expertise to offer parcel delivery services that reach over 99% of the world’s population. We can help make the process easier by guiding you through the restrictions, customs charges and drop off options for each and every country.
You can choose to book online, by phone or in person and we will collect from your door or you can drop off at any of our depots and over 11,000 Post Office® branches across the country. Our range of international services offer the perfect balance of speed and price for every parcel delivery and most services even include insurance as standard. When it comes to parcel delivery, we deliver.
Parcel delivery information
| Service | Area | Delivery (Working Days) | PO Box | Max weight | Max length | Length & Girth | Buy online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| globalexpress | Documents | From 2 days | No | 30kg | 1.5m | 3m | Buy online |
| globalexpress | Packages | From 2 days | No | 30kg | 1.5m | 3m | Buy online |
| globalpriority | ALL AREAS | 4 days | Yes | 30kg | 1.5m | 3m | Buy online |
| globalvalue | ALL AREAS | 5-6 days | Yes | 30kg | 1.5m | 3m | Buy online |
| globaleconomy(This service is only available at Post Office® Branches and Parcelforce Worldwide depots) | ALL AREAS | 35-40 days | Yes | 30kg | 1.5m | 3m |
Important information when exporting to Singapore
- In order to ensure a delivery on time, please ensure that your parcel has the full, correct address, an email address in the correct format and a mobile or landline number for the intended recipient. This will help the delivery partner to ensure the parcel is delivered correct first time. This should be clearly marked on the parcel.
- Timescales shown above do not include delays caused by destination country customs processes. Please be aware that customs could add additional time to your parcel delivery.
- The definition of 'working days' and other important information can be found here
- To avoid delivery / customs issues, our carrier partners request that a full name is mandatory for globalexpress parcels (e.g. Mr John Smith)
- A central registration number (CRN) is required for all goods exceeding 400 SID
- globalexpress transit times are based upon collection times, sender and recipient locations.
- For details, please use the globalexpress calculator (via 'delivery' tab) here
[Note for awareness: the globalexpress calculator illustrates delivery speeds for parcels sent by account customers; parcels sent by retail channels may take longer and depend on posting method]
- Exporting to Singapore requires customs paperwork for most items
- In order to check that your items are not prohibited or restricted, please check our dedicated page here
- Should you require specific customs advice and the latest rules please visit the Singaporese customs website
- Import licences are required for the following products;
- arms and ammunition
- films / videos
- meat products
- pharmaceuticals
- cosmetics
- plants.
- Special labelling is needed for pharmaceuticals and foodstuffs.
- Spirits must be accompanied by a customs certificate of age - Minimum three years
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For items below the SGD 400 De Minimis if: |
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a. The sender has in excess of SGD1M global turnover and sends in excess of SGD100K value of goods to Singapore each year – then they would have to register and are required to collect what is called the Low Value Goods (LVG) Tax of 8% (currently). |
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b. In addition, if they send via a postal channel, they must include details of their GST No and an indicator to say which item/s have the LVG paid on the CN22/23. |
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For items above SGD400 De Minimis – GST of 8% (currently) is to be collected from recipient before delivery can take place. There are no exceptions and there is no difference for high value goods. The same GST is collected. |
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When they come through a postal channel and GST requires collection, the customer will be notified and they can pay via the SingPost Mobile App before the delivery takes place or they can make their way to the Singapore Customs office to pay the GST and collect the item themselves. |
This is for information only and should not be considered to have legal basis. Where doubt exists appropriate legal advice should be sought.
Additional delivery information for Singapore
- Bank Holidays for this year in Singapore can be found here
- Typical Non-Working Days in Singapore is: Sunday
- Singapore currently has one delivery speed area
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High Level Standard Offered By Singapore Post
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Delivery Aspect
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Details
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| Delivery to Home / Business | Yes / Yes |
| Delivery to PO Box | Yes |
| Delivery to Post Office | Yes |
| How many delivery attempts as standard? | 1 |
| If unsuccessful delivery, is notification left with recipient? | Yes |
| How many days is the parcel held before returned? | Not Set |
| What days does Singapore Post typically deliver on? | Mon - Fri |
| Service | Area | Delivery (Working Days) | PO Box | Max weight | Max length | Length & Girth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| globalexpress | Documents | From 2 days | No | 30kg | 1.5m | 3m |
| globalexpress | Packages | From 2 days | No | 30kg | 1.5m | 3m |
| globalpriority | ALL AREAS | 3 days | Yes | 30kg | 1.5m | 3m |
Important information when exporting to Singapore
- In order to ensure a delivery on time, please ensure that your parcel has the full, correct address, an email address in the correct format and a mobile or landline number for the intended recipient. This will help the delivery partner to ensure the parcel is delivered correct first time. This should be clearly marked on the parcel.
- Timescales shown above do not include delays caused by destination country customs processes. Please be aware that customs could add additional time to your parcel delivery.
- The definition of 'working days' and other important information can be found here
- To avoid delivery / customs issues, our carrier partners request that a full name is mandatory for globalexpress parcels (e.g. Mr John Smith)
- A central registration number (CRN) is required for all goods exceeding 400 SID
- globalexpress transit times are based upon collection times, sender and recipient locations.
- For details, please use the globalexpress calculator (via 'delivery' tab) here
[Note for awareness: the globalexpress calculator illustrates delivery speeds for parcels sent by account customers; parcels sent by retail channels may take longer and depend on posting method]
- Exporting to Singapore requires customs paperwork for most items
- In order to check that your items are not prohibited or restricted, please check our dedicated page here
- Should you require specific customs advice and the latest rules please visit the Singaporese customs website
- Import licences are required for the following products;
- arms and ammunition
- films / videos
- meat products
- pharmaceuticals
- cosmetics
- plants.
- Special labelling is needed for pharmaceuticals and foodstuffs.
- Spirits must be accompanied by a customs certificate of age - Minimum three years
|
For items below the SGD 400 De Minimis if: |
|
a. The sender has in excess of SGD1M global turnover and sends in excess of SGD100K value of goods to Singapore each year – then they would have to register and are required to collect what is called the Low Value Goods (LVG) Tax of 8% (currently). |
|
b. In addition, if they send via a postal channel, they must include details of their GST No and an indicator to say which item/s have the LVG paid on the CN22/23. |
|
For items above SGD400 De Minimis – GST of 8% (currently) is to be collected from recipient before delivery can take place. There are no exceptions and there is no difference for high value goods. The same GST is collected. |
|
When they come through a postal channel and GST requires collection, the customer will be notified and they can pay via the SingPost Mobile App before the delivery takes place or they can make their way to the Singapore Customs office to pay the GST and collect the item themselves. |
This is for information only and should not be considered to have legal basis. Where doubt exists appropriate legal advice should be sought.
Additional delivery information for Singapore
- Bank Holidays for this year in Singapore can be found here
- Typical Non-Working Days in Singapore is: Sunday
- Singapore currently has one delivery speed area
|
High Level Standard Offered By Singapore Post
|
|
|---|---|
|
Delivery Aspect
|
Details
|
| Delivery to Home / Business | Yes / Yes |
| Delivery to PO Box | Yes |
| Delivery to Post Office | Yes |
| How many delivery attempts as standard? | 1 |
| If unsuccessful delivery, is notification left with recipient? | Yes |
| How many days is the parcel held before returned? | Not Set |
| What days does Singapore Post typically deliver on? | Mon - Fri |
