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*Chargeable weight is based on volumetric weight or actual weight (whichever is greater)
Shipping from UK to Singapore is a vital service for businesses and individuals looking to connect across borders. Whether you’re a retailer sending products or someone sending a personal parcel, understanding the shipping process is essential.
At M&P International Freights, we are committed to providing reliable and affordable shipping solutions tailored to your requirements. With various options available, including air freight, sea freight, and courier services, you can choose the method that best fits your needs in terms of speed and cost.
Explore our services to make your shipping experience seamless and hassle-free.
Shipping duration from the UK (United Kingdom) to Singapore is based on different factors, mainly the mode of transportation and the urgency of the delivery.
Normally, shipping by sea takes almost a month, with most freight companies quoting roughly 19 to 24 days. However, if the goods are urgent, it would take between 1 and 3 days to ship the goods via air freight. This would be more costly compared to shipping by sea.
Sending a 1kg parcel from the UK to Singapore typically costs between $19 to $40 (about £12 to £25). However, the price for shipping may also be affected by factors like:
Shipping fees for air freight and less-than-container load (LCL) shipments via sea are typically calculated based on the chargeable weight of your cargo. For full container load (FCL) shipments, shipping via a 20ft container can cost approximately $3,440 (about £2,025) while a 40ft container can range between $6,100 and $7,900 (about £3,510 to £4,547).
NOTE: It is more cost-effective to ship large shipments or bulky/odd-shaped goods via M&P International Freights compared to smaller shipments.
Chargeable weight is the greater of these two:
For example, assume you are shipping 4 boxes that weigh 10kg and measure 45cm by 45cm by 45cm each. Here is how you would calculate chargeable weight for air freight and LCL shipments via sea freight.
| Sea freight (LCL shipping) | Air freight | |
|---|---|---|
| Actual weight | Total weight on scale measured in CBM (1000kg = 1 ton = 1 CBM). 40kg = 0.04 ton = 0.04 CBM Actual weight = 0.04 CBM | Total weight on scale measured in kg. Actual weight = 40kg |
| Volumetric weight | Length x width x height (metres) = Volumetric weight (CBM) 4 x 0.45m x 0.45m x 0.45m = 0.365 CBM Volumetric weight = 0.365 CBM | A density ratio of 1:6 is typically applied. Length x width x height (cm) / 6000 = Volumetric weight (kg) (4 x 45cm x 45cm x 45cm) / 6000 = 60.75kg Volumetric weight = 60.75kg |
| Chargeable weight | Volumetric weight > actual weight Chargeable weight = 0.365 CBM | Volumetric weight > actual weight Chargeable weight = 60.75kg |
Carriers typically calculate shipping fees by multiplying your cargo’s chargeable weight by their base rate.
First, reach out to a service provider like a shipping company or a freight forwarder like M&P International Freights. It would be helpful to include the following information:
You may then receive an initial quotation for the shipment and begin making your arrangements with the company. Be sure to arrange for pick up and last mile delivery services if it is not provided by your selected company.
Depending on the goods you are shipping, you may then have to prepare the relevant documents for import and export, such as:
Most freight forwarders are able to handle these documents for you and advise you on any other necessary administrative actions.
Be sure to keep your service provider updated when you are packing your goods into parcels, boxes or shipping containers. This is to ensure that you do not pack in a way that incurs additional costs from space constraints onboard the carrier.
Certain carriers and forwarders may also provide you with boxes to pack with, or offer packing services for large or fragile items.
Depending on your selected provider, pick up services (e.g. trucking) may be arranged for certain goods or you may drop them off at a predetermined location. Your goods will then be handled and transported by shipping professionals.
Once it reaches Singapore, it will have to be cleared by customs before being allowed into the country.
Once cleared, your goods may then be transported to its final destination in Singapore, where your appointed consignee will receive it.
There are a variety of parcels and larger cargo that are commonly imported into Singapore from the United Kingdom, including:
NOTE: It is more cost-effective to ship large shipments or bulky/odd-shaped goods via M&P International Freights compared to smaller shipments.
The cheapest way to ship items from UK to Singapore is typically via sea freight. However, shipments may take up to a month to be delivered. Prices may also vary depending on the size of your items and availability of space onboard carriers.
A freight forwarder like M&P International Freights may be able to help you plan the fastest route from UK to Singapore at the cheapest prices. Contact us for a quote today!
International students looking to ship heavy luggage or boxes of their belongings and textbooks can do so through:
Students typically need to contact these companies with details and measurements of their baggage, UK and Singapore address details and expected shipment dates. They will then need to ensure all shipping documents are in order and that transportation to their place of accommodation has been arranged.
After contacting the company with the necessary details, students may make arrangements to ensure all other aspects of their shipment is handled by the forwarder.
Freight forwarders like M&P International Freights make international shipments easy, while finding the best prices and fastest delivery routes. Contact us to enquire about our services!
Some important documents for shipping from UK to Singapore include the Bill of Lading (BoL), customs permit, certificate of origin, commercial invoice and packing slip. Ensuring these documents are in order often allows for a speedier, less costly customs clearance process.
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.
