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M&P International Freights is a one-stop freight forwarding company that provides shipping from Singapore to Philippines.
Read on to find out more about the commonly shipped items, various shipping methods and duration of shipping between these two countries.
The shipping period for cargos from Singapore to the Philippines depends on whether you are shipping via sea or air. Typically, it should be as follows:
When it comes to sea shipping, there are two shipping modes available: LCL (Less than Container Load) and FCL (Full Container Load).
FCL is ideal when shipping large volumes. In FCL, the shipper will be paying for the entire container and thus will have the advantage of using all the available space in the container.
When shipping smaller quantities, LCL is preferred. Under this set-up, your cargo will be consolidated with other shipments in a shared container. The shipper would only pay for the amount of space occupied by their cargo.
On a whole, shipping via FCL tends to be faster as cargo would immediately be delivered from the port to the destination. FCL is also cheaper per cubic metre than LCL. Nevertheless, when shipping smaller quantities, LCL is more cost-efficient than FCL.
Shipping prices from Singapore to the Philippines depend on parcel weight, courier, and delivery speed. Here are the estimated rates:
For accurate rates, get in touch with us for a quote.
Singapore is one of the top import sources of the Philippines. In 2016, the import amount was pegged at $5.5 billion, making Singapore the 4th major trading partner of the Philippines.
Here are some of the commonly shipped items:
Businesses first need to obtain an Import Clearance Certificate (ICC) from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR). Thereafter, importers have to register with the Bureau of Customs (BOC) and create an account with the Client Profile Registration System (CPRS).
The ICC from the BIR is valid for 3 years while the Customs Client Profile Accreditation has to be renewed yearly.
Once their parcels have arrived in the Philippines, businesses must provide the following documents to customs officials:
Generally, the Philippines’ import tariffs can range anywhere between 0 to 65% with a 12% value-added tax (VAT) also levied on all imported goods.
However, under the ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA), the trading of products between Singapore and Philippines will incur no import duties. Some exceptions to this agreement include:
The Philippines has more than a hundred ports among the islands in its archipelago. The major shipping ports are:
For the shipping of large volumes of items or bulky cargo, sea freight would typically be the ideal option as it can be 5-6 times cheaper than air freight.
However, air freight is the more cost-effective option for shipping small items.
Goods and services tax (GST) and duty are not imposed on goods exported from Singapore.
Both Singapore and the Philippines are members of ASEAN. Therefore, no taxes are levied on imports between the two countries bar certain exceptions.
Most of the items prohibited from being imported to the Philippines are similar to other nations. The Philippine Tariff and Customs Code prohibit the importation of the following goods:
Note that the government or any competent authority may also declare other items as prohibited. It is always good to consult your shipping provider on whether your goods are regulated or prohibited from entry to the Philippines.
Unlike other freight forwarders, we also provide a full range of customs brokerage services.
Established in 2006, we serve globally via our operation hubs in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Philippines.
M&P International Freights offers a comprehensive suite of services to ensure a seamless shipping experience. From customs clearance and cargo insurance to international courier services and door-to-door shipping, we handle every detail under one roof, simplifying your logistics management and streamlining your operations.
Being one of the largest international freight forwarding company, we are able to provide cost efficient pick-up from any cities around the world.
