GST Guide For Singapore Business
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Startups, SMEs, and freelancers are trying to understand how GST impacts pricing, billing, and compliance.
Who manage day-to-day GST filings and need a quick reference.
Looking to register for GST or understand if they’re even required to.
Who deal with multi-state transactions and need clarity on GST obligations.
Clear, Jargon-Free Explanations – Understand who needs to register, what to charge, and how to file—without the legal lingo.
Practical Tips & Checklists – From invoicing correctly to claiming input tax, we’ve included tools you can actually use.
Stay Ahead of Penalties – Know your deadlines, avoid fines, and keep your records in order with confidence.
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GST is calculated as a percentage of the selling price of goods or services.
Formula:
GST Amount = Selling Price × GST Rate
Total Price = Selling Price + GST Amount
For example, if a product costs SGD 100 and the GST rate is 9%, the GST amount is SGD 9, making the total price SGD 109.
A business must register for GST if:
As of 1 January 2024, the GST rate in Singapore is 9%.
This rate applies to most goods and services, including imports and digital products.
Any business entity—such as a sole proprietorship, partnership, company, or overseas provider—making taxable supplies in Singapore and meeting the turnover condition is eligible (and in some cases, required) to register for GST.
GST applies to:
GST does not apply to:
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