Do I have to declare other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) at Singapore customs?

Yes — it has to be declared to Singapore customs on arrival.

What happens if I do not declare other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) in Singapore?

Under Goods and Services Tax, if you declare the excess yourself: the normal duty becomes payable on the excess. Under Customs Act 1960, section 128L, if it is treated as smuggling: it is prosecuted as a criminal offence. Under Customs Act 1960, section 124, if the goods are found without being declared: the goods are confiscated.

Can I post or ship other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) to Singapore instead of carrying it?

Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead. Baggage sent before or after you is outside this allowance.

Can I take other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) out of Singapore?

Singapore publishes no separate rule for taking other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) out; the destination's rules are what will apply.

Does the Singapore limit for other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) apply per person or per family?

Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.

Where does this rule come from?

Singapore Customs states it in Importing other animal products. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19. The sentence it rests on reads: “Prior to obtaining an AVS-issued import licence, you must first apply for in-principle approval from us via avs.gov.sg/feedback.”

How does Singapore compare with other countries on other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list)?

Of the 20 countries covered here, 2 prohibit other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list), 13 limit it and 5 let it through. Singapore is among the ones that set a limit.

How much Other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) can I bring into Singapore?

Restricted

You can bring Other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) into Singapore only within the stated limits.

Cabin baggage —

Checked baggage —

Declaration Above allowance

Limit No stated quantity

What you need to know

No stated quantity
Channels: Carried with the traveler

Important

This allowance applies per person, not per family or group.

Official sources

Last verified 2026-09-19

Importing other animal products Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS), National Parks Board (NParks)

Questions about Other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) in Singapore

Do I have to declare other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) at Singapore customs?: Yes — it has to be declared to Singapore customs on arrival.
What happens if I do not declare other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) in Singapore?: Under Goods and Services Tax, if you declare the excess yourself: the normal duty becomes payable on the excess. Under Customs Act 1960, section 128L, if it is treated as smuggling: it is prosecuted as a criminal offence. Under Customs Act 1960, section 124, if the goods are found without being declared: the goods are confiscated.
Can I post or ship other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) to Singapore instead of carrying it?: Not under this allowance. It covers goods a traveller carries; a parcel is an import and is assessed under the postal rules instead. Baggage sent before or after you is outside this allowance.
Can I take other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) out of Singapore?: Singapore publishes no separate rule for taking other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) out; the destination's rules are what will apply.
Does the Singapore limit for other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list) apply per person or per family?: Per person. Each traveller carries their own allowance and it cannot be pooled with anyone else's.
Where does this rule come from?: Singapore Customs states it in Importing other animal products. CarryRules last confirmed that sentence at the source on 2026-09-19. The sentence it rests on reads: “Prior to obtaining an AVS-issued import licence, you must first apply for in-principle approval from us via avs.gov.sg/feedback.”
How does Singapore compare with other countries on other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list)?: Of the 20 countries covered here, 2 prohibit other animal-origin products (Annex-2 list), 13 limit it and 5 let it through. Singapore is among the ones that set a limit.

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