The National Environment Agency (NEA) in Singapore plays a crucial role in safeguarding the country’s environmental standards, particularly in regulating noise pollution from vehicles. As part of its mandate, NEA enforces stringent sound level regulations to ensure that all vehicles, including used imports, comply with established noise emission standards.

Under the regulatory framework R51-03, NEA requires that all imported used vehicles undergo certification to meet specific sound level criteria before they can be registered and operated in Singapore. These regulations are designed to minimize the impact of noise pollution on public health and the environment.

To comply with R51-03, used vehicle importers must obtain a verification of conformity certificate for their vehicles for sound level confirmation from an accredited facility. The vehicle must meet the maximum permissible sound levels stipulated in the regulations, which are typically measured in decibels (dB).

In addition to sound level verification, NEA requires that importers provide detailed documentation, including certification of compliance with the sound level regulations. This documentation must be submitted as part of the vehicle’s registration process. Failure to comply with these requirements can result in the refusal of vehicle registration.

NEA’s stringent enforcement of R51-03 underscores Singapore’s commitment to maintaining a high standard of environmental quality, ensuring that noise pollution from vehicles is kept within acceptable limits. Importers of used vehicles must adhere to these regulations to contribute to a quieter and healthier living environment in Singapore.

MKS Inspections LLC is proud to be an NEA authorized provider of Sound level verification for vehicles imported into Singapore.

Full cost of e-certificate is ¥30,000 (plus VAT of 10%)
If a hard copy certificate is required, a DHL courier fee will be an additional cost