Country tax profile · 2026
Singapore VAT / sales tax
How Singapore taxes VAT / sales
Singapore charges a standard VAT/GST of 9% on most goods and services, with reduced rates on some essentials.
Compiled by MyNomadWorld for Singapore and currently being re-verified against primary sources. Confirm with a local adviser before relying on it.
How Singapore's VAT / sales tax compares
Singapore's VAT / sales tax of 9% is the 158th highest of the 196 countries we track, against a global average of 14.1% and a Asia average of 10.2%.
Countries with a similar VAT / sales tax
Switzerland (8.1%) · Liechtenstein (8.1%) · Djibouti (10%) · Iran (10%) · Liberia (10%) · Papua New Guinea (10%)
Who is a tax resident of Singapore?
Physically present or exercising employment in Singapore for at least 183 days in a calendar year.
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What is the VAT / sales tax rate in Singapore?
Singapore charges a standard VAT/GST of 9% on most goods and services, with reduced rates on some essentials.