Moving to or from Singapore? Start with a clear checklist, then choose the level of Singapore-side support you need. We help you stay organised on permits, paperwork, clearance, and transport without the usual confusion.
From 1 April 2026, CAPQ clearance for Singapore pet import and export must be handled through AVS-recognised agent support. We are ready for that process.
Free checklist first · Custom Clearance from SGD $999 · Full Singapore Package from SGD $1,499
Why Pet Relocation in Singapore Goes Wrong
Most problems start the same way: unclear steps, mixed advice, and pricing that does not explain what is actually being handled. Good planning fixes more than urgency does.
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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?"
The Singapore Pet Relocation Process
Singapore pet relocation works best when the sequence is clear. These are the core steps we help owners understand early, before timing mistakes become expensive.
ISO chip before any vaccination
Start hereAfter microchip only
Week 0AVS approved labs only
4+ weeks after vaccinationStarts after titre test — cannot be shortened
≥90 days (Schedule II/III)Narrow validity window
Within 7 days of travelBreed + weight + route
Before health certWe handle this for you
Final stepStep 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 check this early so your checklist and service plan are built on the right timeline from the start.
This is the planning framework behind our checklist, Custom Clearance, and Full Singapore Package.
Compare the support optionsSingapore Pet Relocation Services
Begin with the Free Singapore Pet Relocation Checklist if you want clarity first. When you want hands-on Singapore-side support, choose Custom Clearance or the Full Singapore Package. Our pricing starts at SGD $999 and stays far more transparent than many full-service quotes in the USD $5,000 to USD $20,000 range.
Import or export · SGD $150 per additional pet
Singapore-side clearance and transport support for owners managing the rest of the move.
From SGD $1,499 for the first pet · SGD $150 for each additional pet
Everything in Custom Clearance, plus broader paperwork and coordination support on the Singapore side.
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Start here if you want a clearer view of your route before choosing paid support.
Already working with a relocation agent or handling flights yourself? Custom Clearance fits alongside your existing flight and vet arrangements, while the Full Singapore Package adds broader paperwork and coordination on the Singapore side.
Why Families Choose Us
"Careful Singapore-side planning prevents most relocation problems before your pet reaches the airport."
Families come to us when they want a clearer process, realistic pricing, and support that matches their route instead of a one-size-fits-all package.
Singapore Pet Relocation FAQs
Yes. From 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. The free checklist is meant to help you decide how much support you actually need.
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 $999 and covers the Singapore-side clearance and transport portion of the 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 Full Singapore 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 Full Singapore Package still fits your timeline.
Start Your Pet Relocation
Start with the Free Singapore Pet Relocation Checklist, or let us know if you want Custom Clearance or the Full Singapore Package. We review every submission with your route and timing in mind.