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Singapore Customs

At Customs

Find out what you need to know when arriving in or departing Singapore, including declarations, duty-free concessions, prohibited and controlled goods, tax payment and penalties for non-compliance.

Last updated 23 February 2026

Arriving in Singapore

Understand arrival requirements in Singapore, from declarations and tax payment to duty-free concessions and controlled goods.

Departing Singapore

Find out what you need to do when leaving Singapore, including claiming GST refunds, and meeting the Three-Quarter Tank Rule for Singapore-registered vehicles.

Travel Rules and Penalties

Learn what counts as breaking Singapore’s travel rules, common offences at checkpoints, what happens if enforcement action is taken, and what to do if you are unsure.