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Singapore: Opportunity and strategic Canadian Gateway
Singapore itself offers opportunity for Canadian companies - especially for e-commerce direct orders. Canadian exports to Singapore total nearly a billion dollars and includes machinery, transport equipment and chemical products.
A few quick points to consider when shipping international between Canada and Singapore
There are several shipping options available for sending goods between Canada and Singapore. The best option for you will depend on your specific needs and preferences, such as the type and size of the goods you are shipping, the speed of delivery you require, and your budget. Here are some common shipping options that you might consider:
- Air freight: This is the fastest shipping option with door to door integrated solutions.
- Ocean freight: This is a slower but more economical option for shipping full container load (FCL) and less than container load (LCL).
- Commercial carriers such as FedEx, DHL, UPS and their partners.
- Canada Post is generally the best option for individuals shipping small shipments and personal items to Singapore
- Ecommerce shippers usually need a much lower cost than can be provided by traditional shipping methods and need direct shipping solutions (visit our ecommerce page).
This shipping guide to Singapore provides a deeper dive and explores of the main elements of international shipping between Canada and Singapore:
In this blog, we review:
- Carrier shipping options Singapore from Canada
- Information need for spot quote for shipping between Singapore and Canada
- Shipping terms to Singapore delivery duty paid or unpaid?
- Notes on Import Clearance Singapore
- Duty free clearance to Singapore and CPTPP countries
- Duty Free Import TO Canada for Singapore Origin Goods
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Opportunities for Canadians
Many Canadian companies have already capitalized on the opportunities offered by Singapore. In the past five years, Canadian exports to Singapore have averaged about $1 billion, placing it within the top 30 export destinations by value. There remains significant potential for Canadian e-commerce companies as well as cleantech, fintech, and life sciences sectors.
Shipping Carriers Options Singapore from Canada
Canada Post Delivery Services to Singapore Include:
For shipments to Singapore from Canada Post Packet shipping
- Canada Post Small Packet International Surface to Singapore
- Canada Post Small Packet International Air to Singapore
- Canada Post Tracked Packet International Air to Singapore: 2 week Delivery
For shipping Singapore from Canada Post parcel
- Canada Post International Parcel to Singapore: Surface Uncertain delivery time
- Canada Post Xpresspost International to Singapore: 2 week Delivery
- Get a quote to compare cost for shipping to Singapore
Shipping packages to Singapore via FedEx Canada and UPS Canada
FedEx and UPS are the largest carriers in North America an, along with DHL, offer dependable international express services from Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, Ottawa and all of Canada to Singapore.
FedEx and UPS Canada shipping options to Singapore include
- Air Economy shipping to Singapore
- Air Priority to Singapore
Shipping Singapore from Canada via Jet Worldwide
Jet Canada provides low cost shipping from Canada to Singapore. We offer low cost international delivery from Canada and special services such as dedicated pick up, Canada Address receiving and forwarding.
Special Services: Through our global partners around the world, Jet Worldwide is able to provide unique services
Delivery to Singapore via Purolator Courier
Purolator Courier, a subsidiary of Canada Post, offers international parcel delivery from Canada to Singapore via partners, such as UPS.
Shipping Terms to Consider When Shipping to Singapore
The default option for shipping internationally from Canada is delivery duty unpaid. Common carriers use the term EXW which essentially assigns all import related costs (duty, taxes, and other fees) to the receiver/ importer. Shippers from Canada can choose to pay the import fees on behalf of the receiver via a Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) options that many carriers offer.
See our blog on Incoterms and shipping terms for packages and online orders.
The disadvantage of paying import fees on behalf of the receiver is that the bulk of the import fees are often from a value added tax that the importing business may otherwise be able to claim back.
Importing Process to Singapore
Imported goods are subject to GST and/or duty payment. A customs permit is required 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 be applied for dutiable goods.
All other goods are non-dutiable and incur GST only. GST is levied at 7% of the CIF (cost, insurance and freight) value, which includes duties (if it is a dutiable good) and other charges, costs and expenses incidental to the sale and delivery of the goods into Singapore, whether or not shown on the invoice.
Import Requirements to Singapore
Before the actual importation, the importer is required to 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
CPTPP and duty free import to Singapore from Canada
The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans Pacific Partnership is a free trade agreement between Canada and 10 other countries in Asia-Pacific region - including Singapore. Beyond the elimination of most tariffs, the agreement creates opportunity for Canadian businesses with easier access to Singapore and the entire region.
The duty free status for Canada origin goods can be applied for parcels shipped Singapore from Canada with easier certificate of origin requirements.
Proof of Origin
In order to claim the preferential tariff treatment the imported goods must originate and be exported from a CPTPP ratified country.
Read more about CPTPP and certificate of origin
Important Information
- Commercial goods. Products valued less than US$1,000 (equivalent in local currency) do not require a certification of origin to claim CPTPP preferential tariff treatment. Instead, only a signed statement completed by the importer, exporter or producer certifying that the goods originated from a CPTPP country, is required on the commercial invoice or any other supporting document.
- Casual goods. The country of origin, for goods other than for sale or for commercial use, must be from a CPTPP country and clearly marked on any accompanying supporting documents (e.g., Commercial Invoice and Air waybill) to benefit from the preferential tariff treatment. In addition, there must be no marks to indicate that the goods are not a product of a CPTPP country.
- Tariff Rate Quotas (TRQ).Quota limits are still in effect for many agriculture products including personal importations.
DUTY FREE ≠ TAX FREE
It is important to understand that CPTPP applies to duty assessments but not taxes. All goods - even those cleared duty free - are subject to Singapore taxes (including GST 7%)
Individual orders shipped FROM SINGAPORE TO Canada
Canadian companies can more easily take advantage of duty free clearance from Singapore under CPTPP.
Proof of origin requirements for Shipments from Singapore to Canada
The value for duty amount for all of Canada's free trade agreements (including from Singapore under CPTPP) which the proof of origin / certificate of origin is $3,300 CAD. (This change was made to harmonize the regulations of all Canada's free trade agreements with the USMCA/ CUSMA).
For imports not exceeding $3,300 to Canada, the requirement for proof of origin is waived. The requirement on the importer to maintain records (for example, commercial invoice and B3) applies even if the CBSA does not require a certification of origin or if a requirement for a certification of origin has been waived.
Get a Spot Quote for Shipping Economy Air Singapore and Canada
Jet Worldwide makes it easy for companies seeking for spot quotes for economy air shipping between Singapore and Canada. Contact Jet's logistics team.
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