Can I bring it back from Batam?
Pick what is in your bag and how long you were out of Singapore. The answers follow what Singapore Customs, HSA, ICA and SFA publish; the full detail, with sources, is in our customs guide.
How long were you out of Singapore?
Almost every Singapore allowance depends on this one number.
What are you bringing back?
A vape or e-cigaretteCigarettes or tobaccoAlcoholShopping — clothes, electronics, souvenirsMeat and meat productsFrozen cooked seafoodChicken eggsFruit and vegetablesPackaged snacks and saucesChewing gumCounterfeit or pirated goods
For a trip of less than 48 hours
Leave it in Batam
Not allowed. Vapes are prohibited imports. HSA lists mandatory imprisonment of up to 9 years plus a fine of up to SGD 300,000 for importing one; possessing or using one is a fine of up to SGD 10,000. There is no quantity small enough to be fine.
Read the full rule in the customs guideSend this to whoever is packing
A short summary, not legal advice. The rules change: check with Singapore Customs, HSA, ICA and SFA before you travel.