What steps should be taken if an importer has hand-carried commercial goods into Singapore without paying GST or obtaining the required Customs permit?
If an importer has hand-carried commercial goods into Singapore without paying GST or obtaining the required Customs permit, they should make a voluntary disclosure under the Customs Voluntary Disclosure Programme (VDP). This programme allows entities to come forward in good faith to disclose errors and omissions related to laws and regulations administered and enforced by Singapore Customs.
For detailed information about the VDP, including eligibility criteria and procedures, importers should visit Singapore Customs website.
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