ASIA LOGISTICS CARGO WAREHOUSESHIPPING FROM HONG KONG

SHIPPING FROM HONG KONG
Asia Logistics Cargo Warehouse 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
CUSTOMS PERMIT
A customs permit is used to clarify the import and tax payments of the cargo. If your mode of shipment is by air or sea, a customs permit has to be submitted to the shipping or airline agent within 10 days of the import.
Be sure to read up on the different types of customs permits and the situations where a customs permit is not required.
OTHER DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR CONTAINERISED CARGO, CONVENTIONAL CARGO & HAND-CARRIED GOODS.
These documents include (but are not limited to)
- Commercial invoice
- Bills of lading or air waybill
- Certificate of origin
- Certificate of analysis
- Certificate of insurance
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 ASIA LOGISTICS CARGO WAREHOUSE?
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.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
OUR ADDRESS
OFFICE (Mailing Address):
1 Yishun Industrial Street 1 #07-05 A’Posh Bizhub Singapore 768160
WAREHOUSE:
Block 7 Yishun Industrial Street 1, #05-47, 05#40 North Spring Bizhub Singapore 768162