Your trusted Singapore
pet relocation starts here.
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 · Import from SGD $550 · Export: Airport Package from SGD $1,099
Why Pet Relocation in Singapore Goes Wrong
Why owners get stuck
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
Seven steps. Keep them in the right order.
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.
Microchip
ISO chip before any vaccination
Start hereRabies Vaccine
After microchip only
Week 0Titre Test
AVS approved labs only
4+ weeks after vaccinationWaiting Period
Starts after titre test. Cannot be shortened
≥90 days (Schedule II/III)Health Cert
Narrow validity window
Within 7 days of travelFlight Booking
Breed + weight + route
Before health certAVS Permit
We 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 Singapore Import Package.
Compare the support optionsSingapore Pet Relocation Services
Start with the checklist. Add the support you need.
Begin with the Free Singapore Pet Relocation Checklist if you want clarity first. For import, choose Custom Clearance from SGD $550 or the Singapore Import Package from SGD $999. For export, the Airport Export Package covers Changi check-in, health cert, and export licence from SGD $1,099. Our pricing stays far more transparent than many full-service quotes in the USD $5,000 to USD $20,000 range.
Start here if you want a clearer view of your route before choosing paid support.
- Checklist PDF sent automatically to your email
- Breed eligibility guidance for Singapore import and export
Custom Clearance
Import only · SGD $150 per additional pet · Optional transport SGD $250
Singapore-side clearance coordination for owners managing the rest of the move.
- Customs clearance coordination on the Singapore side
- Designed to work alongside your own flight and vet arrangements
- Optional: transport from clearance facility to/from home (SGD $250)
Singapore Import Package
From SGD $999 for the first pet · SGD $150 for each additional pet
Complete Singapore-side handling including clearance, transport, paperwork, and coordination support.
- Customs clearance coordination on the Singapore side
- Transport from clearance facility to your home (included)
- Permit and paperwork support
- Document checks and licensing guidance
- Singapore-side coordination
Airport Export Package
SGD $1,099 for the first pet · SGD $150 for each additional pet
Singapore export with health cert, export licence, and Pawsport staff at Changi airport check-in.
- AVS export health certificate coordination
- Export licence processing
- Pawsport staff accompaniment at Changi airport check-in
- Singapore-side coordination
Already working with a relocation agent or handling flights yourself? Custom Clearance and the Singapore Import Package are for Singapore import. The Airport Export Package handles health cert, export licence, and Changi airport check-in for pets leaving Singapore.
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.
Real cases, real outcomes
Cases we've handled
A cross-section of routes and challenges we navigate for families moving pets to and from Singapore.
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.
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.
Pet
Domestic Shorthair cat
Challenge
Owner was concerned about a 17-hour cargo journey: correct IATA crate sizing, water access setup, and pre-flight feeding windows all needed to be right.
Outcome
Specified the correct crate grade, drip feeder configuration, and feeding cutoff schedule. Cat arrived calm with no welfare incidents.
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.
Singapore Pet Relocation FAQs
Straight answers. No jargon.
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. 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 $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.
Start Your Pet Relocation
Tell us about
your pet and your move
Start with the Free Singapore Pet Relocation Checklist, or let us know if you want Custom Clearance or the Singapore Import Package. We review every submission with your route and timing in mind.