Whether you’re shopping from Amazon US, Rakuten Japan, or a Korean beauty store, one of the most important steps after checkout is tracking your parcel to Singapore. With international shipping, delays and uncertainties can happen — but with the right tools and knowledge, you can monitor every stage of your parcel’s journey.
In this article, we’ll show you exactly how to track parcels from overseas to Singapore, using platforms like Buy&Ship, courier tracking, and key tips to ensure your packages arrive safely.
🌍 Why You Need to Track Overseas Parcels
Online shopping from international sites is now easier than ever — but it often comes with multi-step logistics. A package might pass through:
- Local warehouse → international hub
- Airline or sea freight → customs clearance
- Local courier → final delivery to your doorstep
📌 Without tracking, you won’t know where delays occur — or when to expect your parcel. That’s why tracking is essential, especially for high-value or time-sensitive orders.
🧭 Step-by-Step: How to Track Your International Parcel to Singapore
Step 1: 🛍️ Shop from Global Retailers
Make your purchase from sites like:
- Amazon US / UK
- Gmarket Korea
- Rakuten Japan
- ASOS UK
- SSENSE / Farfetch / Net-a-Porter
📦 Use Buy&Ship’s overseas warehouse address as the shipping destination at checkout.
Step 2: 📥 Log in to Buy&Ship and Declare Your Parcel
Once the seller ships your item, you’ll receive a tracking number (usually via email).
Login to Buy&Ship Singapore and:
- Go to Member Centre > Parcel Declaration
- Enter:
- Tracking number
- Item description
- Value in SGD
- Choose optional Buy&Ship Plus Insurance for added protection
✅ This step is crucial. Without declaring, your parcel will not be processed once it arrives at the overseas warehouse.
Step 3: 📍 Track Parcel from Seller to Buy&Ship Warehouse
Use the original tracking number provided by the merchant. You can track on:
- The merchant’s own site (e.g. Amazon “Your Orders”)
- Third-party courier websites like:
- 17track.net
- Parcel Monitor
- FedEx / UPS / DHL websites directly
💡 Note: It can take 1–3 business days for the status to reflect updates (e.g. “Delivered to warehouse”).
Step 4: 🧾 Get Notification from Buy&Ship: Item Received
Once the parcel arrives at the overseas warehouse:
- You’ll receive a notification email or app alert
- Status will change to: “Inbound”
- Weight and warehouse entry date will be displayed
At this stage, you can:
- Wait for other parcels to arrive (up to 30 days free storage)
- Or choose to consolidate and ship to Singapore
Step 5: 📦 Consolidate & Ship to Singapore
After consolidation:
- Choose between:
- Standard Buy&Ship Shipping (S$9 for 1st lb, then S$7/lb)
- UPS Express Shipping (Optional faster delivery)
Once shipped, Buy&Ship will issue a new international tracking number.
Step 6: 🚚 Track Final Delivery to Singapore
Once your consolidated parcel is shipped from Hong Kong:
- Track via your Buy&Ship dashboard
Member Centre > Shipment Record > Tracking - You can also copy the new tracking number to:
📦 The average delivery time from Hong Kong to Singapore is:
- Standard shipping: 6–9 business days
- UPS Express: 2–5 business days
🧠 Common Tracking Statuses (and What They Mean)
| Tracking Status | What It Means |
|---|---|
| “Picked up” | Courier collected the item |
| “In transit” | Moving between hubs or warehouses |
| “Delivered to warehouse” | Arrived at Buy&Ship overseas hub |
| “Inbound” | Registered in Buy&Ship system |
| “Shipped” | Departed HK warehouse to Singapore |
| “Out for delivery” | Final courier is en route to you |
💡 Pro Tips for Stress-Free Tracking
1. ✅ Always Declare Your Parcel ASAP
The faster you declare, the sooner your parcel will be processed.
2. 🔔 Enable App Notifications
Use the Buy&Ship app to get real-time tracking alerts and avoid missing deliveries.
3. 📸 Keep Proof of Purchase
Save screenshots or order receipts — useful if customs requires verification.
4. 🧾 Know the GST Threshold
If your parcel’s CIF (Cost + Insurance + Freight) exceeds S$400, 8% GST applies and will be collected upon delivery.
📱 Recommended Parcel Tracking Tools
| Tool | Best For |
|---|---|
| Buy&Ship App | End-to-end tracking (warehouse to SG) |
| 17track.net | Multi-carrier global tracking |
| Parcel Monitor | Courier-specific updates in Singapore |
| UPS / SF Express | For faster updates on express shipments |
Never Lose Track of Your Overseas Parcels Again
Tracking your parcel from the moment it leaves the seller to the time it arrives at your doorstep in Singapore is key to a smooth online shopping experience. With Buy&Ship’s intuitive dashboard, email/app alerts, and transparent logistics, you’ll never have to worry about where your package is again.
🔗 Ready to start your global shopping journey?
Register now at www.buyandship.com.sg and start tracking smarter.