Shopping In JB: 9 Things You Cannot Bring Back To SG From Across The Causeway

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Illegal items you cannot bring back from JB

For many of us, a quick getaway to Johor Bahru often ends with a satisfying haul of snacks, groceries, and souvenirs. While we already know that items like chewing gum are not allowed, you might be surprised to find out there are other things that are illegal to bring back from JB too. Case in point: recent stories of people having their bak kwa confiscated at customs have shed light on how strict the rules are.

Before you pack your shopping bags full of goodies from the supermarkets in JB, here’s a handy guide to things you might think are okay to bring back from JB – but are actually prohibited.

What is the punishment for bringing prohibited items into SG?

The least severe punishment for bringing prohibited or restricted items into Singapore is typically confiscation, sometimes accompanied by a warning – particularly for first-time or minor offenders. In more serious cases with large quantities of banned products or repeat offences, fines can soar up to S$100,000, and offenders may face up to 5 years in prison, especially if there’s a suspicion they intended to sell the prohibited goods in Singapore.

It’s better to be safe than sorry to avoid even minor penalties, as Singapore takes biosecurity, public health, and environmental risks seriously. If you want to make sure everything you copped from JB can be brought home, you can always refer to the latest guidelines on the SFA website and the ICA website.

1. Bak kwa & processed meats

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