Singapore Pet Import, Export and Relocation

Moving your pet
into or out of Singapore? Done right, first time.

AVS permits, Changi clearance, Malaysia border crossings. We handle every step for Singapore imports, exports, and Malaysia relocations.

50+ pets relocated · zero clearance rejections
Fixed price · all routes quoted upfront
SG and MY permits via our AVS-recognised licensed partners
Docs cleared
Permit approved
50+ pets moved · 0 rejections
Singapore → Malaysia · land route via JB customs·SG and MY permits via our AVS-recognised licensed partners·Fixed price. Line-by-line breakdown. Nothing hidden.·50+ pets relocated · zero clearance rejections·Airport export from Changi · health cert and export licence included·30-day WhatsApp support in the Singapore Import Package·Document timeline mapped from day one, no last-minute rush·Health certs, permits and Changi clearance for every route·Singapore → Malaysia · land route via JB customs·SG and MY permits via our AVS-recognised licensed partners·Fixed price. Line-by-line breakdown. Nothing hidden.·50+ pets relocated · zero clearance rejections·Airport export from Changi · health cert and export licence included·30-day WhatsApp support in the Singapore Import Package·Document timeline mapped from day one, no last-minute rush·Health certs, permits and Changi clearance for every route·

Why owners get stuck

Most problems start the same way: unclear steps, mixed advice, and pricing that does not explain what is being handled. A clear sequence matters more than rushing.

186
r/petco· 3 months ago
"I have just had a terrible experience with my pet relocation agent. They gave incorrect information, lost my cat's serum extract — and didn't even tell me. I found out only after following up myself."
u/Spirited-Speech-1355Agent Horror Story
94
r/askSingapore· 2 months ago
"I leave next Tuesday. I'm worried that if the documents aren't ready by Monday I won't be able to bring my ESA. I paid US$300 for the health cert and was almost refused boarding."
u/[OP]Paperwork Panic
243
r/askSingapore· 5 months ago
"I found some pet relocation companies doing direct transfers from US to SG quoted at $6–8k USD. But $20k is pretty insane. Nobody can explain what's actually in these quotes."
u/[commenter]Cost Shock
71
r/askSingapore· 1 month ago
"I have a Boston Terrier and plan to move to Singapore from the US — I can't find a single airline that will take a brachycephalic dog in cabin OR cargo. Any advice?"
u/[OP]Breed Restriction
6+
Community threads from owners trying to piece it together
The same paperwork and timing questions come up again and again.
USD $20k
High-end quote examples with little explanation
Cost is not the only issue. Clarity is.
7
Core steps in the Singapore pet relocation process
A clear sequence matters more than rushing.

Seven steps. Keep them in the right order.

The core steps, mapped early, before timing mistakes become expensive.

01

Microchip

ISO chip before any vaccination

Start here
02

Rabies Vaccine

After microchip only

Week 0
03

Titre Test

AVS approved labs only

4+ weeks after vaccination
Wrong lab = restart
04

Waiting Period

Starts after titre test. Cannot be shortened

≥90 days (Schedule II/III)
Wrong lab = restart
05

Health Cert

Narrow validity window

Within 7 days of travel
06

Flight Booking

Breed + weight + route

Before health cert
07

AVS Permit

We handle this for you

Final step

Step 3 is where many avoidable delays begin

If the rabies titre test is done through a lab AVS does not accept for your route, the result may not be usable. We verify your lab before you test, so no results go to waste.

This is the planning framework behind every service we run: SG to Malaysia, Singapore import, and airport export.

Compare the support options

One team. One fixed price. Everything handled.

Singapore import, Malaysia land export, and airport export from Changi. Licensed partners handle the regulated clearance steps. We handle everything else, start to finish.

Requirements change. We keep up so you don't have to.

Singapore and Malaysia permits via our AVS-recognised licensed partners. Pawsport Express · ACRA-registered · UEN 53503373K.

50+
Pets relocated
dogs and cats, SG to MY and beyond
0
Clearance rejections
on every case we have managed
4
Routes served
SG→MY land, import, export, clearance

Pick the service that matches your move.

Four services. One team from first step to final clearance.

Most Popular

SG → Malaysia Land Package

Your pet crosses JB customs. Every permit, health cert and land transport handled at one fixed price.

  • Singapore AVS export health certificate
  • Singapore export licence
  • Malaysia DVS import permit
  • Pet land transport via JB customs
  • Malaysia-side paperwork support

Custom Clearance

You have your flights and vet prep sorted. You need the Singapore clearance handled.

  • Customs clearance coordinated at the Singapore arrival facility
  • Works alongside your own airline and vet arrangements
  • Optional: door-to-door transport from clearance facility
Fully Managed

Singapore Import Package

You want nothing to coordinate on the Singapore side. Clearance, transport and permits all included.

  • Import permit filed within the required government window
  • Customs clearance and quarantine coordinated on arrival day
  • Transport from the clearance facility to your home, included
  • All route paperwork and documentation prepared
Fully Managed

Airport Export Package

Leaving Singapore with your pet. Health cert, export licence and Changi check-in, all handled.

  • Government health certificate prepared for your destination country
  • Singapore export licence obtained before your pet flies
  • Pawsport staff at Changi Airport check-in on your departure day
  • Every deadline for your route mapped and tracked

Cases we've handled

A cross-section of routes and challenges we navigate for families moving pets to and from Singapore.

Mixed breed, 5.8 kg, Singapore → Melbourne
Singapore → MelbourneIn-cabin

Pet

Mixed breed, 5.8 kg

Challenge

Owner needed the dog to fly in-cabin but was unsure which carrier model met Jetstar's exact underseat dimensions. AVS export permit timing was also unclear.

Outcome

Confirmed a compliant carrier model and sequenced the AVS export permit against the departure date. Cleared without issue.

Shih Tzu, 4.2 kg, London → Singapore
London → SingaporeIn-cabin

Pet

Shih Tzu, 4.2 kg

Challenge

Singapore's import requirements (AVS permit, ISO microchip check, and rabies titre test) had to be completed in a specific sequence within tight timelines before the flight.

Outcome

Mapped the full compliance sequence week by week. All documents cleared before departure. Dog arrived in Singapore with no quarantine hold.

Domestic Shorthair cat, 3 years, Singapore → Johor Bahru
Singapore → Johor BahruLand transport

Pet

Domestic Shorthair cat, 3 years

Challenge

Owner was moving to JB and unsure of the DVS permit lead time, AVS health cert validity window, and what to expect at the Johor Bahru customs inspection for cats.

Outcome

Coordinated the AVS health cert, Singapore export licence, and DVS import permit ahead of the crossing date. Cat cleared JB customs without delays.

French Bulldog, Singapore → Tokyo
Singapore → TokyoIn-cabin

Pet

French Bulldog

Challenge

French Bulldogs are brachycephalic. Most airlines refuse them outright or require a vet snout assessment. Owner had already been rejected by two carriers.

Outcome

Identified an ANA routing that accepts brachycephalic breeds with documentation. Pre-checked measurements against carrier criteria before booking. Departed Changi on schedule.

Straight answers. No jargon.

Pawsport is not a direct AVS licence holder. For our Singapore to Malaysia land route, CAPQ airport clearance is not required, so this does not affect your move. Where AVS-recognised handling is needed, we work with our AVS-recognised partner, who manages those regulated steps. You get licensed execution with full transparency from start to finish.

For Singapore-side regulated clearance, we work with an AVS-recognised partner who handles the export health certificate and export licence. The Malaysia DVS import permit is handled by our licensed Malaysia partner. We manage your timeline, transport, and communication. One point of contact for your entire move.

Most AVS agents handle the regulated clearance steps and leave you to sort vets, timing, transport, and border logistics yourself. We handle all of it, working with our licensed partners for the regulated elements. Fixed price from day one: AVS health cert, export licence, DVS permit, and JB land transport. Nothing extra.

Yes. Since 1 April 2026, CAPQ clearance for Singapore pet import and export must go through AVS-recognised agent support. Pet owners can still prepare much of the move themselves, but the Singapore-side clearance step needs recognised handling.

Singapore AVS groups origin countries into three import schedules. Schedule I is the simplest path. Schedule II usually requires rabies vaccination and a titre test. Schedule III is the most demanding and can include quarantine. Your schedule affects both timing and total cost, which is why we flag it early in the checklist.

Approved rabies titre test labs depend on the origin country. The important part is not guessing. We help owners confirm whether the lab for their route is acceptable before they commit time and money to the test.

You will usually need an AVS export permit, a health certificate issued close to travel, and compliance with your destination country's import rules. The Singapore-side steps are manageable when the route is mapped clearly, especially if your destination has stricter entry rules.

A rejected arrival can trigger re-export, holding costs, and a costly restart. That is why we focus on getting the Singapore-side requirements and timeline clear before travel, not after.

Possibly, but brachycephalic breeds are among the hardest cases because airline restrictions are often tighter than the import rules. The route usually depends on breed, airline policy, and whether cabin, cargo, or a specialist option is available.

You can often manage parts of the move yourself if you start early and stay organised. Most owners look for help when the Singapore-side permit, CAPQ, paperwork, or arrival logistics become too time-sensitive or unclear. Submit an enquiry and we can help you figure out the right level of support for your route and timeline.

Digital documents may be acceptable for some submission steps, but original documents are still important for parts of the arrival process. Health certificates also have a narrow validity window, so timing matters as much as the document format.

Custom Clearance starts at SGD $550 and covers the Singapore-side clearance and transport portion of your import move. It is the right fit when you are comfortable managing flights, vet work, and the rest of the route yourself.

Custom Clearance is for owners who mainly need Singapore-side clearance and transport support. The Singapore Import Package includes that foundation and adds more hands-on help with permits, paperwork, checks, and coordination. Both services focus on the Singapore side of the move.

Yes. If you begin with Custom Clearance and later decide you want broader paperwork and coordination support, we can advise whether an upgrade to the Singapore Import Package still fits your timeline.

Tell us about
your pet and your move

Let us know your route and we'll recommend the right service. We review every submission with your timing and route in mind.

Pet Travel Brief
Pawsport Express · Singapore-side support for every route
Are you moving into or out of Singapore?
Which service are you considering?
Your Information *
Your Pets *
Travel Details *
DD/MM/YYYY
Additional Info

No spam. We review every submission personally and follow up within 1 business day.

Pawsport Express · ACRA-registered · UEN 53503373K · SG and MY permits via our licensed, AVS-recognised partners