Importers, exporters, and transhippers are responsible for renewing, updating, and cancelling their licences.
SFA-licensed/registered importers, exporters, and transhippers are required to renew their licences or registrations before they expire.
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The authorised person working in the company holding the licence/registration can renew using SingPass/CorpPass.
You should renew your licence/registration before it expires. SFA will send you a renewal reminder 2 months before the expiry date.
| Licence/Registration | Fees |
|---|---|
| Licence for Import/Export/Transhipment of Meat and Fish Products | $84 per year |
| Licence for Import/Transhipment of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables | $378 per year
|
| Licence to Import Shell Eggs | Free |
| Registration to Import Processed Food Products and Food Appliances | Free |
| Registration to Import Animal Feed | Free |
| Licence to Import/Export Rice | $50 per year |
You must still be eligible to hold the licence/registration, and comply with the requirements and conditions. For details, see Requirements for Licence / Permit / Registration for Import / Export.
Individuals or sole proprietorships also need to clear any CPF Medisave arrears before they renew their licence. You will not be able to renew your licence if there are outstanding CPF Medisave payments that have not been settled.
You can follow the steps below to renew your licence/registration.
Step 1: Receive notice of renewal
Step 2: Ensure you are eligible for renewal
Step 3: Ensure you have your CorpPass ready
Step 4: Prepare your food recall plan
Step 5: Renew your licence/registration
Step 6: Make payment
Step 7: Receive notifications via the GoBusiness portal
Cancel your licence/registration if you are no longer operating your import, export, or transhipment business.
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Cancel your licence/registration when you have ceased your business operations.
Your licence will be automatically cancelled if you ignore the renewal notice. However, if you have arranged for GIRO payments for your renewals, it may continue to be deducted if you do not cancel your licence.
Follow the steps below to cancel your licence/registration.
Step 1: Submit a cancellation request
Step 2: Receive notifications via the GoBusiness portal
For more information
You can contact us via the SFA Online Feedback Form.
Related Pages
What You Need to Know for Export / Tranship of Food & Food ProductsBusinesses that Need Licence / Permit / Registration for Import / ExportRequirements for Licence / Permit / Registration for Import / ExportApplication Process & Fees for Licence / Permit / Registration for Import / Export
