How much does it cost to ship from Korea to Singapore?
For current shipping rates, please use our Shipping Calculator.
Rates vary based on package weight, dimensions, and shipping method. Our calculator provides instant quotes based on:
- Current market rates
- Your package specifications
- Chosen shipping method
- Destination country
How Shipping Costs Are Calculated
Chargeable Weight = Greater of:
- Actual Weight: Physical weight on scale
- Volumetric Weight: (L × W × H in cm) ÷ 6000
Example:
Box: 35cm × 25cm × 20cm, Actual: 1kg
Volumetric: (35 × 25 × 20) ÷ 6000 = 2.9kg
Chargeable: 2.9kg (volumetric is greater)
💡 Important: K-beauty products, cosmetics, and fashion items from Korea often have light actual weight but high volumetric weight due to packaging. Always calculate volumetric weight before shipping.
Shipping Methods Available
| Shipping Method | Delivery Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Air | 5-8 business days | Regular shipments |
| Express Air | 3-5 business days | Urgent items |
| Sea Freight | 20-30 days | Heavy/bulk items (20kg+) |
Save Money with Consolidation
Consolidation Benefits:
- Combine multiple packages into one shipment
- Reduce per-kilogram handling fees
- Save 30-40% on total shipping costs
- Single customs clearance process
Perfect for Korea Shopping:
- Buy from multiple Korean websites
- Consolidate K-beauty, fashion, and electronics
- One shipment instead of multiple packages
- Significant cost savings
💰 K-Shopping Tip: Korean online sellers often ship separately even for the same order. Let all items arrive at our warehouse, then consolidate to save 30-40% on shipping costs.
What's Included in Shipping Cost
✅ Included Services:
- International air or sea freight
- Customs documentation preparation
- Package handling and consolidation
- Standard packaging materials
- End-to-end tracking
❌ Not Included (Separate Charges):
- Customs duties and taxes (if shipment value > SGD 400)
- Special packaging or insurance (optional add-ons)
- Remote area delivery surcharges (if applicable)
Singapore Customs Information
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Duty-Free Threshold | SGD 400 |
| Below Threshold | No customs charges |
| Above Threshold | 9% GST applies on (item value + shipping) |
| Payment | Required before delivery |
✅ Singapore Advantage: Most Korean beauty and fashion purchases stay under SGD 400, making them duty-free!
Popular Korean Items & Tips
K-Beauty Products:
- Cosmetics, skincare, makeup
- Usually light weight but bulky packaging
- Consider removing excess packaging to reduce volumetric weight
- Consolidate multiple brands/orders
K-Fashion:
- Clothing, shoes, accessories
- Can be heavy (especially winter wear)
- Check weight limits before ordering
- Sea freight option for bulk orders
K-Electronics:
- Phones, tablets, gadgets
- Check battery shipping restrictions
- Some electronics may require special handling
- Declare accurately for customs
How to Get a Quote
- Log into your account at gogoship.asia
- Go to Shipping Calculator in your dashboard
- Enter package details:
- Weight (kg)
- Dimensions (L × W × H in cm)
- Singapore postal code
- Choose shipping method:
- Standard Air (most economical)
- Express Air (faster delivery)
- Sea Freight (for heavy items)
- Get instant quote with exact cost breakdown
The calculator shows:
- Volumetric weight calculation
- Chargeable weight (actual vs volumetric)
- Cost per kg for your chosen method
- Total shipping cost
- Estimated delivery time
- GST estimation (if value > SGD 400)
💡 Pro Tips for Korea → Singapore Shipping:
- Use calculator to check volumetric weight before buying bulky items
- Consolidate orders from Coupang, Gmarket, and other Korean sites
- Request minimal packaging when shopping to reduce volumetric weight
- Standard air (5-8 days) offers best value for most Korean purchases
- Track your shipment through our dashboard for peace of mind