Postage is the charge for sending letters or parcels through a postal service. In Singapore, the national postal service provider is SingPost (Singapore Post Limited), which has been operating for over 160 years.
This blog covers everything you need to know about postage in Singapore – from new 2026 stamp rates to tracked parcel services – and introduces a smarter alternative for sending packages.
Table of Contents
What Is Postage?
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Meaning
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Description
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The charge
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The fee you pay to send a letter or parcel through the postal system
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The stamp
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The physical stamp or label affixed to an item as proof of payment
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New Postage Rates in Singapore (2026)
Effective 1 January 2026, SingPost increased regular domestic mail rates by 10 cents
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Mail Type
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Dimensions
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Max Weight
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New Rate (2026)
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Regular Mail
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240mm x 162mm x 6mm (A5 size)
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500g
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S$0.62
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Large Mail
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324mm x 229mm x 14mm (A4 size)
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500g
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S$0.90
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Why the Increase?
SingPost cited three main reasons for the rate increase:
- Declining mail volume – Mail volumes have fallen by more than 40% since FY2019/2020
- Escalating operational costs – Labour, energy, and infrastructure costs continue to rise
- Digital shift – Fewer people send physical letters, reducing revenue
Where to Buy Postage (Stamps) in Singapore
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Location
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Details
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Post Offices
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Visit any SingPost branch to buy stamps over the counter
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Licensed Agents
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Selected 7-Eleven, Cheers, and newsstands sell stamps
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POPStop / POPDrop
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Self-service kiosks at malls and MRT stations
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Online
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Purchase stamps from Shop@SingPost portal
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Skip the Post Office – Book Delivery Online
Book online, get free pickup, and compare 60+ courier rates – all without leaving your home or office.
SingPost Parcel Services (Beyond Basic Postage)
For parcels that won’t fit a standard envelope, SingPost offers several services:
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Service
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Price From
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Delivery Time
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More Details
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Speedpost Economy
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from S$2.95
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3 working days
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Speedpost Standard
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from S$4.15
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1 working days
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Speedpost Priority
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from S$12.75
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Within Same Working Day
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Speedpost Prime
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from S$9.35
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E-Saver
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from S$2.65
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1 working days
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Speedpost Priority International
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from S$26.50
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Depends on the destination country.
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Speedpost Express International
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from S$29.28
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How to Send a Letter with Postage
Step 1: Place your letter in a clean, plain envelope
Step 2: Write the recipient’s address in the centre (name, street, unit number, postal code)
Step 3: Write your return address on the back of the envelope
Step 4: Affix the correct stamp (S$0.62 for regular, S$0.90 for large) to the top right corner
Step 5: Seal the envelope with glue – do not use staples
Step 6: Drop it in any SingPost posting box
A Smarter Alternative for Parcels – EasyParcel
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Feature
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Traditional Postage (Stamps)
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EasyParcel
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Pickup
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You travel to post box or post office
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Free doorstep pickup
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Tracking
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Limited (or none)
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Real-time tracking with EasyTrack
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Courier options
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SingPost only
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Parcel Protection
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Limited
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EasyCover up to S$5,000 against parcel loss
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Booking
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Manual at post office
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Online in minutes
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Weight limit
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2kg (SmartPac)
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Up to 2500kg (Lalamove)
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How to Book in 4 Steps
Here are the simple steps to book shipment via EasyParcel:
For On-demand Delivery:
1. Click on “On-demand” tab.
2. Enter pick up and drop-off location addresses, then set the pickup date and time.
3. Choose your preferred on-demand delivery service provider.
4. Fill in sender’s and receiver’s details and parcel details then proceed to payment.
For Domestic/International Delivery:
1. Click on “Domestic” or “International” Tab.
2. Enter your origin and destination postcodes as well as parcel weight and click “Quote & Book” button.
3. Choose your preferred courier services and book now.
4. Fill in the sender’s, receiver’s details and parcel details then proceed to payment.
