Foreign Halal Certification Bodies (FHCB)

Overview

As MUIS does not certify food products manufactured overseas, the responsibility for certifying halal products imported into Singapore lies with the Foreign Halal Certification Bodies (FHCBs) it recognises from the respective countries. To ensure these imported products meet Singapore's standards, MUIS recognises FHCBs based on their ability to implement halal standards that align with the Singapore MUIS Halal Standards (SMHS).

This recognition scheme serves multiple important purposes for Singapore's halal ecosystem. Primarily, it ensures the Singapore Muslim community's access to suitable halal-certified imported products whilst maintaining the integrity of halal standards. Furthermore, it extends MUIS's role in facilitating halal certification processes by maintaining public confidence in imported food and beverage products, as well as ingredients used by halal-certified establishments and manufacturers in Singapore.

How to apply?

Step 1: Registration for MUIS FHCB recognition scheme
Create your account through the e-service portal (coming soon!).

Step 2: Digital submission
Upload all required documents in the e-service portal.

Step 3: Online payment
Process application fee via secure payment gateway.

Step 4: E-assessment
Assessment of Certification Bodies (CB) management committee, Shariah committee and technical auditor.

Step 5: Track status
Monitor your application progress in real-time.

Step 6: Receive outcome
Get official notification of recognition status.

Terms and Condition

Please refer to MUIS FHCB Recognition Scheme Terms and Conditions.

List of MUIS-recognised FHCB

Please refer to list of MUIS recognised FHCB.

Resources

Briefing slides at Singapore International Halal Seminar (SHIS) 2025

• Enhanced recognition framework

• Certification Bodies’ Assessment

Let's connect!

📧 FHCB@muis.gov.sg