Shipping from Hong Kong to Singapore



M&P International Freights is an international freight forwarder that provides shipping services from Hong Kong to Singapore.

Read on to find out more information such as the necessary paperwork required, various shipping methods and types of tax imposed between these two countries.

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How long does it take to ship from Hong Kong to Singapore?

Shipping from Hong Kong to Singapore would typically take up to 4 days by sea freight and about 24 hours by air freight. All cargoes are shipped in time to ensure that it arrives at the destination by the estimated date.

With our vast experience and extensive network, you can be assured of the most time-efficient routes for all your shipments.

What are the taxes included in the shipment?

For exporting shipments out of Hong Kong, there are no customs tariffs involved.

However, importing into Singapore would require the payment of a Goods and Services Tax (GST) for all items and duties for dutiable goods. The current GST rate is 7% and it is calculated based on the customs value of all goods and the last selling price of the goods, including all duties.

Duties that are payable include the customs and excise duties, and these taxes are only imposed on dutiable goods. The 4 categories of dutiable goods are:

  • Intoxicating liquors
  • Tobacco products
  • Petroleum products
  • Biodiesel blends

Other factors that may affect the taxes include:

  • Value of cargo
  • Intended use of product
  • Estimated dimensions and weight

What shipping documents are needed for customs clearance?

Exporting from Hong Kong

  • Certificate of Origin

    This is to confirm that the shipment is entirely obtained or manufactured in Hong Kong, in order to expedite the exportation.

  • Export declaration

    Within 14 days after the export of goods, you are required to fill in and submit a complete export declaration form to Hong Kong customs to provide all the relevant details regarding the shipment. This is to facilitate the inspection of documents to be carried out at the Hong Kong customs. Physical inspection will only be done randomly.

  • Licence (for certain goods)

    Hong Kong’s Strategic Commodities Control System has listed some items (e.g. military equipment) that will require the exporting company to apply for a licence. However, based on the Transhipment Cargo Exemption Scheme, goods in transit are exempted from obtaining a licence if they stay in the transport vehicle during the entire shipment.

Importing into Singapore

  • Other documents required for containerised cargo, conventional cargo & hand-carried goods.

    These documents include (but are not limited to)

    Even after your cargo has been successfully shipped, it is essential for you and your Declaring Agent to keep all the relevant documents pertaining to the purchase, sale, import and export of your items for a minimum of 5 years from the date of the permit application approval.

Why choose M&P International Freights?

  • Vast Experience

    Established back in 2006, we have since handled many freight cases from pet relocation to shipping Taobao furniture. Our expertise guarantees that you will have a smooth shipping experience and that your cargo will be shipped efficiently.

  • One-stop freight forwarder

    We are able to provide you with a myriad of services that can take you through your whole shipping journey from Hong Kong to Singapore. Our services include air freight transportation, sea freight transportation, trucking, warehousing, custom clearance and cargo insurance.

  • World class service excellence

    As our clients are our top priority, we strive to exceed your expectations and deliver high quality customer service. Our team of dedicated staff are on hand to advise and assist you throughout the entire shipping process.

Frequently Asked Questions

The cost of shipping is affected by factors such as the size of the shipment and type of shipping method used.

Contact us today to learn more about the cost of shipping your cargo.

For the shipping of small items, air freight is the more cost-efficient option.

However, sea freight tends to be 5-6 times cheaper than air freight when it comes to shipping a large volume of cargo.

Some common prohibited and controlled items that are not allowed to be exported out of Hong Kong include:

  • Weapons
  • Fireworks
  • Poultry
  • Powdered formula
  • Antibiotics
  • Dangerous drugs

Some examples of these items include:

  • Chewing gum
  • Batteries
  • Ginseng roots
  • Toy guns
  • Cigarette lighters
  • Publications

Our friendly customer service team is here to answer all your queries and concerns. Contact us today!

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