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How to Send a Parcel to Singapore from the UK
We’ll help make shipping to Singapore as easy as possible.
In this guide, you’ll discover the cheapest way to send a parcel to Singapore, how you can reduce your shipping costs, how long shipping to Singapore from the UK will take, and what forms you’ll need for Singapore Customs.
16 April 2026
Author: Parcel2Go.com
What You Need to Know Before Shipping to Singapore
Before you send your parcel to Singapore, there are a few things you need to know to make the process as smooth as possible.
Let’s take a look.
Cheapest Way to Send a Parcel to Singapore
At Parcel2Go, we’ll compare quotes from the UK’s top couriers in minutes to help you find the most cost-effective international shipping to Singapore.
Shipping to Singapore starts from just £8.31 exc VAT with Evri Standard Parcelshop. This drop-off service will get your parcel to Singapore in around 10 working days, is printer-free and includes free parcel tracking.
Get a quote today to find the service that suits you best.
What Affects Shipping Costs to Singapore?
Both the weight and size of your parcel will affect how much it will cost to send to Singapore.
By choosing the smallest box possible and keeping your packing materials light, you’ll be able to reduce your costs and save money.
Our Lowest Price Guarantee gives you confidence that you’re getting the cheapest price when you book with Parcel2Go. If you find a cheaper price for a comparable service elsewhere, we’ll match it.
Which Courier Is Best for Singapore?
Whether your top priority is fast, cheap, or reliable shipping, we can help you find the right courier for your needs. To ensure that your parcel is always handled with care, we partner with the UK’s most trusted couriers.
Some of our most trusted Singapore couriers include Royal Mail, DPD and Evri. You can choose between drop-off or collection services, as well as express or economy services. You can also search for our range of printer-free couriers to make sending a parcel to Singapore even more convenient.
How Long Does Shipping to Singapore Take?
If you’re in a rush, our express delivery services can get your parcel to Singapore in around 1-3 days.
For those who want to slash their delivery costs, our economy services are a great way to save money. Ideal for deliveries that aren’t time critical, these affordable services will arrive in around 7 working days.
Singapore Customs and Import Rules
During your booking, we’ll help you complete your customs forms. You’ll need to give us:
A detailed description of each item you’re sending. For example, ‘women’s leather coat’.
The value of each item.
The item’s place of origin. Remember: this is where the item was made, not where it’s being sent from.
You can find more hints and tips on using HS codes and how to fill out a commercial invoice on our International Shipping Hub.
You may need to pay customs duties and goods and service tax (GST) on items valued above S$400.
The standard rate of GST is 7%. To find out more about what goods are subject to GST, you can check out the Singapore Customs website.
Can You Send Food to Singapore?
You can’t send food of any kind to Singapore.
Singapore Customs can be strict, so before packing your shipment, check which items are prohibited or restricted in Singapore.
Prohibited items include:
E-cigarettes and vaping products
Chewing gum
Drugs
Counterfeit goods
Plants
H2: How to Address a Parcel to Singapore Correctly
Addressing a parcel to Singapore is straightforward. The main difference from a UK address is that you must remember to include the six-digit postcode on the same line as the locality. For example, SINGAPORE 546080.
H3: Example Address Format for Singapore
Read this guide to see examples of how to address a parcel to Singapore.
Singapore Mail Tracking and Delivery Updates
For extra peace of mind, every parcel sent to Singapore with Parcel2Go will get FREE parcel tracking.
A brilliant way to keep up to date with your parcel’s location and expected arrival times; all you need to do is enter your parcel’s tracking reference on our tracking page.
Sending Large Items and Furniture to Singapore
Large or heavy items are no problem when you send with Parcel2Go.
You can send up to 68kg per parcel with FedEx, or up to 65kg with UPS when posting internationally. Other couriers, such as Parcelforce or DX Freight, will accept up to 30kg per parcel.
You can find out more by visiting our page on furniture courier services.
More helpful articles about how to send large items and furniture abroad include:
How to Send a Package to Singapore with Parcel2Go
It’s easy to send a package to Singapore with Parcel2Go.
Just enter your parcel’s weight and dimensions to get quotes from well-known couriers. You can filter the results by the criteria that’s most important to you – price, speed, etc.
Once you make your booking, we’ll send you all the customs documentation you’ll need.
The next step is to pack your parcel securely. Our couriers will always take great care of your package, but it’s best to follow these steps to help prevent any damage during its journey.
Use new, sturdy boxes to protect your items.
Choose a box that’s slightly larger than your items to allow space for extra padding.
If you’re sending multiple items in the same box, wrap each one individually in bubble wrap.
Put your items into the box and fill the space around with scrunched-up newspaper or bubble wrap.
Seal the box with strong packing tape.
Attach your address labels and customs forms.
How to Send a Package to Singapore with Parcel2Go
It’s easy to send a package to Singapore with Parcel2Go.
Just enter your parcel’s weight and dimensions to get quotes from well-known couriers. You can filter the results by the criteria that’s most important to you – price, speed, etc.
Once you make your booking, we’ll send you all the customs documentation you’ll need.
