Shipping to Singapore from Canada: A Complete Guide
Singapore is an important regional trading partner for Canada and offers incredible opportunities for Canadian companies. Many Canadian companies have interest to to expand to in Southeast Asia. Shipping to Singapore from Canada is the first step.
Singapore and Canada have a strong economic relationship, with both countries engaging in trade and investment activities. Singapore is a significant trading partner for Canada, particularly in the areas of electronics, machinery, and chemicals. Canada is also a significant supplier of agricultural products, such as wheat and pork, to Singapore.
In addition, both countries have a growing number of Canadian and Singaporean companies investing in each other's markets, creating jobs and driving economic growth. Additionally, Canada and Singapore ar are part of the CPTPP free trade agreement that eliminates tariffs and improves access.
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What is the cheapest way to send a package to Singapore?
Canada Post surface option is the cheapest way to send a package to Singapore.
What does it cost to ship to Singapore?
The cost to ship to Singapore can be as low as around $30 via Canada Post surface. The average is around $200 for 5 kilograms. Fill the form below for a comparison shipping rate.
What the Different Modes of Shipping from Canada to Singapore?
There are three basic modes to consider when you send to Singapore. Canada Post, commercial courier, freight forwarder and ocean. Useful information regarding Canadian freight forwarders.
What is the best way to ship to Singapore
The best way to ship to Singapore depends on several factors. Generally, Canada Post is the best option for small personal shipments. Commercial couriers best for heavier parcels. Ocean is ideal for large commercial shipments via full or partial containers.
This international shipping guide to Singapore explores of the main elements of international shipping between Canada and Singapore:
- Best way - or mode - of shipping to Singapore
- Canadian courier and postal shipping options Singapore from Canada
- Options for shipping larger packages and cargo
- Shipping via air cargo or sea freight to Singapore
- Shipping conditions to consider: Duty paid or unpaid?
- Duty rates, VAT and importing to Singapore for goods shipping from Canada
- Shipping personal effects Singapore from Canada
- Shipping Canadian vitamins and supplements
- Shipping duty free to Singapore via CPTPP duty free
- Common carrier shipping options for shipping FROM Singapore to Canada
- CBSA and importing to Canada for goods shipping from Singapore
- Canadian customs assessment and revenue management (CARM)
- Duty free import TO Canada under CPTPP
- Information necessary for a shipping quote betweenCanada and Singapore
- Additional resources for shipping from Canada and shipping to Canada
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Best Shipping Options to Singapore from Canada
There are several shipping options available for sending goods from Canada to Singapore. The best options depend on the size, weight and the speed of delivery. There are other factors to consider as well such as the value of your shipment, tracking, special requests. Here are some common shipping options that you might consider:
Shipping international packages to Singapore from Canada
The options for shipping packages from Canada include the local post and global couriers
Shipping packages to Singapore via Canada Post
Canada Post is the best options for individuals shipping small packages and personal goods to Singapore.. Packages via Canada Post import to Singapore for delivery by Singpost (the state provider of postal services in Singapore).
Canada Post Delivery Services to Singapore Include:
- Canada Post Small Packet International, Surface, Air and "Track Packet"
- Canada Post International Parcel to Singapore: Surface Uncertain delivery time
- Canada Post Xpresspost International to Singapore: 2-3 week Delivery
Canada Post Retail Post Outlets
Canada Post has many convenient outlets throughout Canada. Many inside retail stores and pharmacies. Postal retail outlets provide support to shipping to Singapore from Canada for individuals.
Shipping to Singapore from Canada via FedEx Canada and UPS
FedEx and UPS are the largest carriers in North America. Along with DHL, they provide air courier options services from Canada to Singapore.
FedEx and UPS Canada shipping Options to Singapore Include:
- International Economy Air shipping to Singapore
- International Express - Priority to Singapore
Delivery to Singapore from Canada via Purolator Courier
Purolator Courier, a subsidiary of Canada Post, offers international parcel delivery from Canada to Singapore via partners, such as UPS.
Shipping between Singapore and Canada via Jet Worldwide
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Shipping Cargo and large commercial orders to Singapore
Door to Door Shipping from Canada to Singapore
Full and part loads freight service, and pallet freight. Delivery between Canada to Singapore offering economical prices.And world class customer support.
Air Freight Shipping to Singapore from Canada
Air freight is reliable and efficient way to transport goods. The transit times to Singapore average around 1 week door to door. Ship economy air to Singapore from Canada for fast delivery. Complete for below for a shipping rate.
Shipping Sea freight to Singapore
Transit times for sea freight to Singapore depends average between 1 to 2 months door to door. Vancouver the major sea port for cargo to Singapore. Shipping via ocean can be either via less than container load (LCL) or full container load (FCL). Useful information: Things to know about Ocean Shipping To and From Canada.
Shipping Air versus Ocean between Canada and Singapore
The best shipping option to Canada depends on several factors. In general, the lowest cost for small personal packages to Singapore is surface options via the local post. For heavier packages and commercial goods air courier is a common option. Less than container load ocean is is best with shipping pallet freight and large commercial orders. Full container load is the fastest ocean shipping option. It can be either a 20 foot or 40 foot container.
Shipping Terms to Consider When Shipping to Singapore
The default option for shipping internationally from Canada is Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU). Common carriers use the term Ex Works (EXW). This assigns all import costs to the consignee. Shippers from can choose to pay the import fees on behalf of the receiver. Most carriers offer a Delivery Duty Payment (DDP) option from Canada. Understanding Incoterms and shipping terms for international shipping
Note that import fees paid the shipper are not recoverable. In some cases the importing business may otherwise be able to claim back VAT.
Shipping Personal Effects Singapore from Canada
Some notes on sending personal effects To Singapore:
- GST relief may apply on imports of not new household articles and personal effects. They must be to Singaporeans and Permanent Residents (PRs). They must have be returning to resume residence in Singapore. Personal goods of foreigners transferring residence to Singapore also qualify.
- The consignee may have to self clear the goods directly from Singapore customs.
Shipping of excess baggage to Singapore is simpler, although perhaps not for your actual travel. Excess baggage fees are most often less expensive than shipping separately. Clearance at arrival is easier than dealing with additional entry requirements of air freight.
Shipping a box or several boxes: Jet Worldwide provides solutions shipping of international personal effects Singapore from Canada via economy air.
For shipping a full household, moving specialists with packing and ocean transport options are ideal.
Items shipping to Singapore must include an invoice for customs or other supporting documents.
Some duties and always Value add Tax charge:
Consignment to Singapore are subject to GST and/or duty payment. A customs permit is necessary to account for the import and tax payment of the goods. Dutiable goods, which incur both GST and duty include
alcohol, tobacco products, motor vehicles, and petroleum products. Ad valorem or specific duty rates may apply for dutiable goods.
All other goods (without mention above) are non-dutiable and incur GST only. GST is 7%. It is onthe CIF (cost, insurance and freight) value. Singapore VAT applies the value, other costs and expenses incidental to the sale and delivery of the goods into Singapore. They are apply whether or not on the invoice.
Ordering Canadian Vitamins and Supplements for direct shipping to Singapore
Canadian vitamins and supplements are verifiable quality. Useful information regarding ordering Canadian vitamins and supplements. Shipping to Singapore from Canada direct.
Import Requirements when Shipping from Canada to Singapore
Before the actual importation, the importer must obtain a customs permit. The importer is the party who imports the goods into Singapore:
- For their own account or use; or
- For the account or use of some other person
- A Singapore company showing on the commercial invoice is usually the importer.
Duty Free Clearance Canadian goods to Singapore Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement on Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is a free trade agreement that Canada shares with Singapore. The agreement reduces barriers to trade and provides preferential duty free import.
Understanding the difference between shipping goods from Canada versus Canadian origin Goods.
Canada’s Most Favour Nation (MFN) tariff rates are generally applicable to imports from Singapore. Duty free preferential import under CPTPP apply to imports that meet the rules of origin. Inclusion of the certification of origin is necessary.
The CPTPP Free Trade agreement allows duty free entry of Canadian goods to Singapore. In order to qualify for duty free status, the consignment must include a certificate of origin.
CPTPP CERTIFICATION OF ORIGIN TO SINGAPORE: DATA REQUIREMENT
Benefit from having a certificate of origin shipping between Singapore and Canada
The country of origin is a data point for Canadian customs to determine if duty free import applies. The country of origin is also a data point to support regulatory actions.
Read more: Understanding a certificate of origin.
Certification of Origin Fields for Completion
- Details of the certifier
- Details relating to the exportation.
- Details relating to the production.
- Details relating to the importation
- Details of the goods
- The rule of origin under which the goods qualify for the preferential rate
- The time period the certification of origin covers. Cannot exceed 12 months. This is not necessary if certificate is only for one consignment
- The date of the certification of origin and the signature of the certifier, the origin statement:
For full details regarding the minimum data requirements for the certification of origin, please refer to Annex 3-B of the CPTPP agreement.
DUTY FREE ≠ TAX FREE TO SINGAPORE
It is important to understand that CPTPP applies to duty assessments but not taxes. All goods - even those that import duty free - are subject Singapore's General Sales Tax/ GST of 7%.
Shipping options from Singapore to Canada
Carrier options for shipping to Canada
The carrier options for shipping from Singapore to Canada include Singpost, FedEx, UPS and DHL Jet Worldwide also provides import to Canada from Singapore.
FedEx and UPS air options for shipping Canada from Singapore include:
- International Air express priority to Canada
- International economy air from Singapore
Get a comparison shipping rate Canada Singapore
Clearance of consignments from Singapore to Canada
Consignments from Singapore to Canada are subject to duty and taxes. Most imports with a valueunder CAD $20 can import duty-free and tax-free. Shipments under CAD $3,300 can be import under Courier Low-Value Shipment (CLVS) processes.
Consignments containing Singapore origin goods may benefit from preferential duty free entry under the CPTPP free trade agreement (see below).
- Up to CAD 20 and under: duty- and tax-free
- Duty and taxes apply when importing goods with a value over CAD $20.
Contact Jet’s logistics team to get an estimate of import fees
Common Canadian import fees for Singapore goods can include duty, taxes and carrier disbursement fees.
Simple Origin Statement for Shipping Canada from Singapore
The value for duty amount for which the proof of origin is necessary up to $3,300 CAD.
For imports not exceeding $3,300 to Canada, the requirement for proof of origin is simpler. The importer must maintain records (for example, commercial invoice and B3). The record requirement applies to all imports.
CARM: CBSA Online Portal for Canadian Importers
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) online portal streamlines the process of importing commercial goods to Canada. Read more about CARM
Getting a quote for shipping between Singapore and Canada.
Jet Worldwide gives access to all companies seeking shipping quotes between Singapore (and the APAC region) and Canada for parcels pallets, and online orders.
We are happy to help with your shipping to and from Canada. Helpful information includes the type of goods, frequency, common sizes and weights and air or sea freight.
