Hmm, I thought the relief is when the shipment comes in. I gotta research on that more.rdueej wrote: AFAIK, the student pass tax relief works when you are leaving at the end of your study. You are allowed to claim refund of GST for goods bought up to 4 months before your pass expiry (as long as you do not plan on returning within the subsequent 12 months).
During the initial transfer to Singapore, I think that all long-term pass holders are treated the same and the standard tax relief/rates would apply. You can see details here: [ http://www.iras.gov.sg/irasHome/uploade ... forder.pdf ]
I am curious, do you really need so much stuff when moving here (or perhaps you are not moving alone) ? When I was shifting for school here, I just packed two bags and got on a plane.
LOL. I guess I'm a pack rat, but I'm not shipping furniture or anything. I wish I can just get on a plane without too much baggage, but I can't this time around.