Grow Your Business in Singapore with ATA Carnets

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Singapore is a unique city-state, island country, and sovereign nation located in Southeast Asia and recognized for its highly developed economy with a rich blending of Chinese, Malay, and Indian influences.  It is one of three city-states in the world, alongside Monaco and the Vatican City.  The Merlion, a mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish, is the official mascot and national symbol of Singapore.

Its stunning architecture is a striking fusion of past and present including pre-colonial stilt villages,  ornate 19^th-century temples, grand European-style civic buildings, and cutting edge sleek contemporary design, that includes a nature driven, sustainable style known as Tropical Modernism.  Singapore Changi Airport, with the largest indoor waterfall in the world, is a prime example. 

Singapore is located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, approximately 137 kilometers (85 miles) north of the equator.  It is positioned between Malaysia to the north and Indonesia (the Riau Islands) to the south, separated by the Johor and Singapore Straits, respectively. 

Singapore lies at the vital crossroads between the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea, making it a key hub on major shipping routes.

Top industries that drive Singapore's economy are electronics, chemicals, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical technology, financial services, E-commerce, and petroleum refining. 

Singapore is also a prime destination for the film and television production industry.  Its blend of sleek modern skyscrapers and lush greenery creates a visually stunning backdrop for a variety of film genres.  Films shot in Singapore include Crazy Rich Asians, Independence Day: Resurgence, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Rogue Trader with Ewan McGregor as well as Netflix’s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny and HBO’s Westworld.

Singapore’s enthusiasm for motorsports is longstanding.  They have hosted the F1 Grand Prix since 2008, generating billions of dollars in tourism and hospitality revenue.

Singapore is also a premier destination for trade shows and business events due to its world-class infrastructure, strategic location in Southeast Asia, and business-friendly environment.  It consistently ranks among the top cities for hosting international meetings and attracts a global audience for events covering diverse sectors like technology, healthcare, food, and aerospace. 
 

The ATA Carnet benefits include avoidance of import-duty and -taxes on temporary imports with greater ease clearing goods through customs.  From trade show booths and samples, cutting-edge technology, film and television equipment, to world-class competition vehicles for F1’s Grand Prix, Singapore continues to be a destination where the ATA Carnet opens doors to global expansion and business opportunities. 
 

A Few Singapore Essential Tips: 

• The import and sale of chewing gum is banned in Singapore, primarily to prevent discarded gum from being a nuisance on public streets.

• Singapore Limits Validity Period of Carnets to Six Months.  If more time is needed, the Carnet Holder should request an extension before the final date of re-exportation. Details here: Singapore Limits Validity | ATA Carnet
   

Boomerang Makes Carnets Easy

At boomerang carnets, cross-border movement of goods and equipment is made clear and simple with our useful resources and destination specific information.  With nearly 40 years in the business in the U.S. and over 10 years in the U.K., we understand what you want to know to make clearing your goods through foreign customs as hassle free as possible.

• Duties and VAT/GST: VAT Duty Rates by Country | ATA Carnet A list of VAT/GST and Duty rates for countries.
• Advisories: Advisories | ATA Carnet To keep you up to date on any Important Information essential for your trip.
• Airport Maps: Airport Maps for Carnets | ATA Carnet Maps edited for use by hand-carried carnet users in most major international airports.  
• Translation Guides: Translation Guides | ATA Carnet Commonly used phrases for carnet users translated into several languages and for use at foreign customs.

• Film Commissions: International Film Commission Carnet Directory | ATA Carnet A list of International Film Commissions and International Film Resources including the Singapore Film Office.   
• Carnet Countries: Carnet Countries | ATA Carnet Whether you are thinking of getting an ATA Carnet to Singapore or elsewhere, take a look at our comprehensive ATA Carnet countries page.
• Videos: Making Carnets Easy Videos | ATA Carnet Watch our Making Carnets Easy videos for a step-by-step instructional series on ATA Carnet use from start to finish.  
   

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