Moving Pets to Singapore: A Complete Guide | PetRelocation

Welcome to Our Comprehensive Guide on Moving Pets to Singapore

Are you planning to move your pets to Singapore? Navigating the import process for cats and dogs can be overwhelming, but with careful planning, you can ensure a safe and successful relocation. This guide will walk you through the key steps and requirements for moving pets to Singapore, including quarantine, import permits, veterinary requirements, and more.

Because the import process is long and detailed, we want to provide insight into steps that can be challenging to manage without help. Learn more about quarantine, import permits, and other essential items to create a safe move plan for your pet.


Table of Contents

  1. Pet Import Requirements for Singapore
  2. Veterinary Requirements
  3. Pet Quarantine in Singapore
  4. Obtaining an Import Permit
  5. Health Certificates and USDA Endorsements
  6. Crate Training and Traveling as Manifest Cargo
  7. Breakdown of Costs
  8. Timeline for Organizing Pet Relocation to Singapore
  9. Additional Resources

 


Adobo moved to Singapore with PetRelocation.

 

Pet Import Requirements for Singapore

Singapore is a designated rabies-free country, which means the rules for importing pets are more complex than in countries like the United States. However, with careful preparation, bringing your pets to Singapore is possible.


 

Veterinary Requirements 

To ensure your pet meets the entry requirements for Singapore, you must closely follow vaccination and blood test regulations. Cats and dogs will need the following:

  1. Microchip:

    • Must be ISO-compliant.
    • Implant before rabies vaccination and the Rabies FAVN test.
  2. Rabies Vaccinations:

    • Rabies Vaccination #1:
      • Must be recombinant or inactivated/killed.
      • Administered by a USDA-accredited veterinarian.
      • Given at least 31 days before the Rabies FAVN Titer Test blood draw.
      • Pet must be at least 4 months old at the time of export.
    • Rabies Vaccination #2:
      • Required only if Rabies Vaccination #1 expires before arrival in Singapore.
      • Administered after the Rabies FAVN Titer Test blood draw.
      • Must be at least 30 days old at the time of export.
      • Original ink-signed rabies certificates must accompany your pet.
  3. Rabies FAVN Titer Test:

    • Blood sample drawn by a USDA-accredited vet at least 29 days after Rabies Vaccination #1.
    • The test must be at least 90 days old at the time of export.
    • Owner's passport name must be on the FAVN paperwork.
    • Test results must travel with your pet.
  4. General Vaccinations:

    • Dogs: DHPP vaccination.
    • Cats: FVRCP vaccination.
    • Vaccinations must be at least 14 days old before departure.
    • Original ink-signed certificates must accompany your pet.
  5. Internal and External Parasite Treatments:

 

Pet Quarantine in Singapore 

Pets entering Singapore can now complete quarantine either at the Sembawang Animal Quarantine Station (SAQS) or, for eligible pets, at home.

At-Home Quarantine Requirements:

Sembawang Animal Quarantine Station (SAQS):

 

Obtaining an Import Permit

Once your pet's quarantine is approved, you may apply for an import permit and dog license (no license is needed for domestic cats).

Process:

Estimated Cost:

Health Certificates and USDA Endorsements 

Your pet must have a country-specific health certificate issued by a USDA-accredited veterinarian before being exported from the United States to any foreign country.

Requirements:

Important Note: Failure to obtain the correct endorsements can result in extra time and expenses associated with additional appointments and testing.

Crate Training and Traveling as Manifest Cargo  

Unlike many rabies-free countries, pets traveling to Singapore can arrive in-cabin, as checked luggage, or as manifest cargo.

Why Choose Manifest Cargo:

Crate Training:

 

Large dog in her travel crate moving to Singapore
Marley moved to Singapore with our help in 2020

 

Breakdown of Costs for Moving Dogs and Cats to Singapore

While this is not an extensive list of the possible costs you could incur when relocating your pet to Singapore, this chart should help you understand what you should be prepared for when budgeting for a pet’s move. 

Costs Associated with Moving a Dog or Cat to Singapore 
Service Notes Cost (in USD)
Veterinarian Services Includes vaccines, blood work, and final health certificates. May vary depending on your veterinarian's costs. $1,000-$1,200
Import Permit 

Required for USDA endorsement. 

$40 *
Dog License 

Not applicable for cats. 

$12 *

Mandatory Quarantine

Subject to additional charges if changes are made to reservation. $200 *

Government Endorsements

A separate charge of $7 for extra pets.  $121

Airfreight

Dependent on the size and weight of your pet. $850-$3000
*subject to PetRelocation service fees.

 

How Long Does it Take to Organize Pet Travel or Relocation to Singapore? 

The Singapore import process requires several steps in the correct order. Plan to accommodate all requirements.

General Timeline:

Important Considerations:


 

More Singapore Pet Relocation Resources


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Author:

PetRelocation Team

Topic:

Air Travel, News, Quarantine, How-To Guides

Pet:

Cats, Dogs

Country:

Singapore