To qualify for the Duty Free Shop (DFS) Scheme, the company must:

• Have a valid Customs Account
• Have good compliance records with Singapore Customs
• Be responsible for the security, accountability and control of the dutiable goods
• Obtain approval from various competent authorities, such as Changi Airport Group (CAG) and Singapore Police Force (SPF), to operate a duty free shop
• Undergo TradeFIRST assessment and attain at least the "Enhanced" band