Singapore will introduce a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Levy for all flights departing from the country starting October 1, 2026, with the levy applying to tickets and services sold from April 1, 2026.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) said the levy will apply to all Origin-Destination passengers, as well as general and business aviation flights.
The levy supports Singapore’s goal of achieving a one per cent SAF blend by 2026 and three to five per cent by 2030, as part of efforts to reach net zero aviation emissions by 2050.
Set according to flight distance, the levy is grouped into four geographical bands. Economy class passengers will pay S$1.00 (US$0.74) to Bangkok, S$2.80 to Tokyo, S$6.40 to London, and S$10.40 to New York.
Premium cabin passengers will pay four times the economy rate. Airlines must list the levy as a separate line item on tickets.
General and business aviation flights will be charged per aircraft, with rates from S$40 for a Cessna 404 Titan flying within South-east Asia to S$6,500 for an A380 travelling to the Americas.
CAAS said the lower-than-expected levy amounts reflect reduced SAF costs compared to earlier estimates. Funds collected will go into a statutory SAF Fund managed by CAAS and administered by the newly established Singapore Sustainable Aviation Fuel Company for SAF procurement and related costs.
CAAS director-general Han Kok Juan said: “The introduction of the SAF Levy marks a major step forward in Singapore’s effort to build a more sustainable and competitive air hub. It provides a mechanism for all aviation users to do their part to contribute to sustainability at a cost which is manageable for the air hub.”
