MOVING TO SINGAPORE

Below is a list of the documents you will need when planning an international removal to Singapore:

• Copy of Passport (Of the individual moving/importing the goods) (photograph and personal information pages)
• Declaration of facts form
• Original bill of lading (OBL) / air waybill (AWB) – We will take care of this if completing the entire international removal to Singapore for you.
• Copy of the owner of the goods’ employment pass / green card (both sides)
• Goods and services tax relief form (GST)
• Wine and liquor declaration form
• Exemption permit (applicable only to diplomatic relocations / diplomats moving)
• Supplementary Customs declaration form

We recommend providing these as soon as possible to reduce delays with your removal to Singapore. Late receipt of documentation can lead to missed shipments, additional charges and penalties at Singaporean Customs. For your own protection, we will almost never ship your goods without the above in place.

• A duty exemption will be given to goods if all documentation as requested above is in order.
• Goods should be in the owner of the goods’ possession and used for more than 3 months.
• Shipment must be imported into Singapore within 6 months of the owner of the goods’ first arrival into Singapore.
• If shipment arrives more than 6 months after owner of the goods’ employment pass (EP) into Singapore, shipment is subject to 7% goods and services tax (GST) on the cost, insurance, and freight (CIF) value.
• Returning Singaporean residents should be away for more than 6 months to get 7% GST relief.
• Embassy, high commission, Consulate or accredited trade organization in and owner of the goods who have been accorded diplomatic and consular privileges and immunities by the Singapore Government are eligible for duty exemption and GST relief on all goods that are for the personal or official use of the owner of the goods or organization; an exemption permit is required to cover the import of such goods but the organization and its authorized claimants have to be first registered with Customs.
• A failure to declare all items or pay taxes due may result in prosecution, fines, and/or imprisonment.

If you are unsure about what you need, one of our international move managers is always willing to help. Just call us on +44 20 7097 5335 , or fill out an international removal enquiry, and we’ll ease you through the process.

If you’re moving to Singapore, it’s very likely you’ll have to exchange a large amount of currency. Many people waste thousands doing this through their bank as they think there is no alternative; but we partner with Global Reach who specialise in doing just this. Global Reach will offer all Gerson Moving Services customers preferential rates when exchanging currency and guarantee to beat other rates you’re receiving. Ask one of our move managers about this, to find out more click here or give us a call: +44 20 7097 5335 .

We always advise taking out an insurance policy with us on every move. Although we like to think we’re the best in the industry, the odd accident can occasionally happen. For added peace of mind, make sure to speak to one of our move managers about this.

If you have already contracted us for your international removal to Singapore, then you can download the insurance form and email the completed form back to your international relocation manager.