Shipping from China to Singapore
China to Singapore shipping: sea freight in 7-14 days from USD 800 per 20GP, air freight in 2-4 days from USD 2.0 per KG. DDP to Pasir Panjang Terminal, Tuas Port and any address in Singapore. TradeNet and 9% GST handled.
We are an NVOCC licensed freight forwarder based in Shenzhen since 2008, moving cargo from China to Singapore on multiple weekly sailings and daily flights. The China-Singapore lane is one of the busiest in Southeast Asia, and our proximity to Shenzhen (Yantian), Guangzhou (Nansha) and Hong Kong ports gives us direct routes with the shortest transit times and most competitive rates.
We serve importers, e-commerce sellers, trading companies and manufacturers who need reliable shipping from Yiwu, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Ningbo to Singapore. Whether you need LCL consolidation, FCL containers, air freight or door-to-door DDP, this page covers transit times, price ranges, the 5-step workflow, required documents and common questions.
Transit Times: China to Singapore
| Origin Port | Singapore Terminal | Sea Freight (days) | Door-to-Door (days) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen (Yantian) | Pasir Panjang | 7-10 | 10-14 | Direct vessel, 3x weekly |
| Guangzhou (Nansha) | Pasir Panjang | 7-11 | 10-15 | Direct call |
| Hong Kong (HKG) | Tuas | 5-8 | 8-12 | Shortest sea route |
| Shanghai | Pasir Panjang | 10-14 | 13-18 | Transshipment available |
| Ningbo | Tuas | 10-14 | 13-18 | Weekly sailing |
| Qingdao | Pasir Panjang | 12-16 | 18-25 | Transshipment |
Sea freight times are port-to-port. Door-to-door includes export clearance, sailing, Singapore TradeNet declaration, GST and delivery. Air freight door-to-door is 2-4 days via Changi Airport (SIN). Request a quote for a confirmed schedule.
Price Range & Cost Factors
China to Singapore shipping is priced by volume (CBM) for sea freight and by chargeable weight (1 CBM = 167 KG) for air freight. We quote all-in DDP rates 鈥?no separate customs, GST or delivery invoices.
- Sea freight (LCL): from USD 1.5 per CBM 鈥?best for shipments under 8 CBM. Minimum 1 CBM.
- Sea freight (FCL 20GP): from USD 800 per container 鈥?best for 10-25 CBM shipments.
- Sea freight (FCL 40HQ): from USD 800 per container 鈥?best for 25+ CBM shipments.
- Air freight: from USD 2.0 per KG 鈥?2-4 days door-to-door via Changi Airport.
- Express courier (DHL/FedEx): from USD 2.0 per KG 鈥?1-3 days for samples under 300 KG.
Factors that move your price:
- Singapore GST: 9% on CIF value plus duty. Under DDP, we pay this on your behalf.
- Duty rate: Singapore is a free port 鈥?most goods carry 0% duty. Exceptions: alcohol, tobacco, motor vehicles, and petroleum products.
- ASEAN-China FTA: Goods originating in China may qualify for 0% preferential duty under ACFTA. We prepare the FORM E Certificate of Origin.
- Season: Pre-CNY (Jan-Feb), Q4 holiday rush (Sep-Dec) see 10-25% rate spikes.
- Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF): Carriers revise fuel surcharges quarterly.
- Currency: Quotes in USD. SGD conversion at settling day rate.
- Port congestion: Pasir Panjang and Tuas handle high volume; we route via the terminal with best availability.
5-Step Shipping Workflow
Get a Quote
Send us your factory address, product details, carton count, dimensions, weight and Singapore delivery address. You receive an all-in DDP rate within 2 hours.
Book & Pickup
Confirm the booking. We dispatch a pickup truck to the supplier factory anywhere in mainland China. Cargo arrives at our warehouse for consolidation.
Load & Export
We load cargo into container or air pallet. Our licensed customs team handles export declaration and FORM E Certificate of Origin for ACFTA preferential duty.
Sail & Track
Cargo sails on schedule with live tracking and weekly email updates. Air freight departs daily from HKG, SZX or CAN to Changi Airport.
SG Clearance & Delivery
We file the TradeNet import declaration, pay 9% GST and any applicable duty, and deliver to your address or warehouse in Singapore. You sign with zero extra charges.
Documents You Need to Prepare
- Commercial Invoice 鈥?value, currency, Incoterm (DDP), HS code, shipper and consignee.
- Packing List 鈥?carton count, dimensions, weight per carton and total.
- Bill of Lading (B/L) or Air Waybill (AWB) 鈥?we issue House B/L as an NVOCC.
- TradeNet Import Permit 鈥?we file this via Singapore Customs NTP system on arrival.
- FORM E Certificate of Origin 鈥?for ACFTA preferential 0% duty on qualifying goods.
- Commercial Goods Declaration (CGD) 鈥?for dutiable goods stored in licensed warehouses.
- Compliance docs (if applicable): Licenses from HSA (health products), NEA (environmental), AVS (food and animals), IMDA (telecom equipment).
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does shipping from China to Singapore take?
Sea freight from Shenzhen or Guangzhou to Singapore takes 7-14 days port-to-port. Door-to-door DDP including Singapore TradeNet declaration and 9% GST payment takes 10-18 days. Air freight takes 2-4 days door-to-door via Changi Airport. Express courier (DHL/FedEx) delivers in 1-3 days for samples under 300 KG. Request a quote for a confirmed schedule.
How much does it cost to ship from China to Singapore?
Sea freight LCL starts around from USD 1.5 per CBM. FCL 20GP starts around from USD 800 per container. FCL 40HQ starts around from USD 800 per container. Air freight starts around from USD 2.0 per KG. The all-in DDP rate covers factory pickup, export clearance, sea or air freight, Singapore TradeNet, 9% GST, duty and delivery 鈥?no hidden charges. Request a quote with your cargo details for an exact rate.
What is DDP shipping from China to Singapore?
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) means we handle everything from the Chinese factory to your Singapore address. This includes factory pickup, export declaration, sea or air freight, Singapore TradeNet import declaration, 9% GST payment, any applicable duty, and last-mile delivery. You get one all-in quote, one invoice, and one contact. No separate customs broker or freight invoice. We also prepare the FORM E Certificate of Origin so qualifying goods enjoy 0% ACFTA preferential duty. See our DDP service page for details.
Do I need a freight forwarder to ship from China to Singapore?
Yes. A freight forwarder arranges factory pickup, export declaration, sea or air booking, TradeNet import declaration in Singapore, GST payment and delivery. We hold an NVOCC license and run the full DDP process. You do not need to register with Singapore Customs or file TradeNet yourself. We also handle the FORM E Certificate of Origin for ACFTA preferential duty. See our customs clearance service for details.
What documents are needed for shipping from China to Singapore?
Commercial invoice, packing list, Bill of Lading (or AWB), TradeNet import permit (filed by us on arrival), and FORM E Certificate of Origin if claiming ACFTA preferential duty. For restricted goods: licenses from relevant Singapore authorities 鈥?HSA for health products, NEA for controlled chemicals, AVS for food and animal products, IMDA for telecom equipment. Check our FAQ page for the full list.
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