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Around the world, stamps are a cherished global tradition, serving as miniature storytellers of time, tradition and culture for every nation. Through their designs, they capture moments of history, celebrate cultural traditions, honour achievements, and showcase the natural beauty and identity of a country. Small in size yet rich in meaning, stamps offer a unique way to explore the stories of different societies through the universal language of mail.
In Singapore, SingPost carries the Singapore story forward through both its stamps and the postal network that delivers them. From celebrating national milestones and heritage to highlighting Singapore’s role on the global stage, each stamp collection reflects the nation’s journey and identity. Through philately and the everyday movement of mail, SingPost continues to share Singapore’s story – connecting people, history and culture across generations and across the world.

Step into the fascinating world of philately, where stamps reveal stories of history, art and culture. Discover how this global tradition has inspired generations of collectors and enthusiasts. Learn too, about Singapore’s postal transformation, a reflection of our remarkable progress. Explore how postal services have evolved through the years – from early mailrooms to today’s efficient delivery network.

In a country that never stays still, Singapore’s postal network has evolved to meet changing needs, transforming from basic services to high-tech modernity and the eCommerce logistics powerhouse it is right now. Explore this fascinating journey and discover how Singapore Post continues to innovate for a dynamic society.
1850s

The post office found its first home at Raffles Place by Singapore River
1870s

A new General Post Office (GPO) was built on the site of the former Fort Fullerton
1890s

GPO expanded with sub-post offices at Tanglin, Kandang Kerbau and Tanjong Pagar
1920s

GPO moved into the Fullerton Building
Singapore's culture is shared both within the country and with the world through philately and the postal network. Discover more about Singapore's history, growth, and development through the Heritage of Philately, as well as the considerations involved in the limited stamp collections produced each year, detailed on the Behind The Scenes page. Every collection captures the essence of our nation's narrative for future generations.
Explore Singapore's unique identity through philately. Our stamps are miniature storytellers that reflect the nation's history and culture, celebrating both national milestones and Singapore’s role on the global stage.
Step inside the process and discover how Singapore’s annual stamp programme is thoughtfully curated – from proposal to final approval.


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