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Malaysia Warns Citizens: Beware of Importing Goods Risks

12/10/2025

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Malaysia warns returning citizens about potential issues importing goods after Singapore seized over S$30,000 (US$23,000) of Pokemon cards at Changi Airport.
On October 10, baggage screening found the seizure, as a 25-year-old Singaporean man claimed he had nothing to declare.
The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) notes a 9% GST on items brought into Singapore, and says relief up to S$500 may apply based on trip duration.

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Malaysia warns returning citizens about potential issues importing goods after Singapore seized over S$30,000 (US$23,000) of Pokemon cards at Changi Airport.
On October 10, baggage screening found the seizure, as a 25-year-old Singaporean man claimed he had nothing to declare.
The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) notes a 9% GST on items brought into Singapore, and says relief up to S$500 may apply based on trip duration.