Export permits, customs procedures, tax matters, trade agreements and other resources for exporters.
What Goods Can I Export?
What Permits Do I Need To Export Goods?
Does The Country I Am Exporting To Need More Paperwork?
How Do I Benefit From Trade Agreements?
What Taxes And Fees Do I Need To Pay?
Where Can I Get Help?
What Goods Can I Export?
- In general, non-controlled goods may be exported from Singapore without the need for licences.
- The export of certain goods, however, is subject to control by the relevant Competent Authorities ("controlled goods") while the export of certain other goods is strictly prohibited.
- Traders of controlled goods must have the necessary licences & permits before they can export the goods.
- You also need special permits for exporting, re-exporting, transhipping and transporting of strategic goods such as munitions or biochemicals.
- Strategic goods are regulated by the Strategic Goods (Control) Act. The Act covers all goods and technology that are intended or likely to be used for weapons of mass destruction.
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What Permits Do I Need To Export Goods?
- For each shipment of goods, you must apply for an Export Permit through TradeNet®, your freight forwarder or cargo agent.
- Under certain circumstances, you do not need to apply for an Export Permit, e.g. exporting trade samples that are worth less than S$400. A full list of exemption scenarios are available on TradeNet® Import/Export Procedures.
Non-Controlled Goods
- By Rail Or Road
You must apply for the Export Permit BEFORE exporting.
- By Air Or Sea
You have up to 3 days after the plane or ship has left Singapore to apply for the Export Permit.
Controlled Goods
- If you are exporting controlled goods, your Export Permit will be routed to the Competent Authorities (CAs) for approval first. CAs are Government agencies that regulate controlled goods.
Strategic Goods
- If you are exporting Strategic Goods, you must obtain a