If you’re shipping orders to Singapore, you might notice an added tax on your invoices. This article explains why and how this works.
How GST works for Singapore orders
We’re required by law to charge a 9% GST (Goods and Services Tax) on orders with a delivery address in Singapore. This applies to both retail and business orders.
Here’s how we calculate it:
(Retail product price + shipping + services) x 9%
If the retail price isn’t available, we’ll use the Printful price to calculate the tax.
When GST is and isn’t charged
- Total product value (based on the retail price or Printful price if retail is unknown) is below 400 SGD: 9% GST will be applied.
- Total product value is above 400 SGD: Printful will not charge GST at checkout. Instead, the recipient will be responsible for paying GST and any applicable customs fees directly to Singapore Customs upon the package's arrival.
Exemption for GST-registered businesses
If your business is registered for GST in Singapore and you’ve provided a valid GST registration number and certificate, we won’t charge GST on your future orders.
How to submit your Singapore GST ID
- Go to your Printful Dashboard
- Go to Billing → Tax information → Singapore GST
- Click Add certificate
- Fill out the form and click Submit
We’ll review your certificate within about 2 business days and let you know if it’s approved.
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