France is classified as Schedule II by Singapore's Animal and Veterinary Service. Moving from France to Singapore with your dog or cat involves a mandatory rabies titre test, a 90-day waiting period, and CAPQ clearance by an AVS-recognised agent.
French pet owners frequently assume their EU pet passport simplifies the process. It does not. The EU pet passport is not accepted by Singapore and a separate health certificate is required for every import, regardless of how comprehensive the EU passport documentation is.
All requirements on this page are sourced from official AVS/NParks information at avs.nparks.gov.sg. Verify current guidelines before proceeding.
Schedule II Requirements for France
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Microchip | ISO 11784/11785 (15-digit chip) |
| Rabies vaccination | Required; must follow microchip implantation |
| Rabies titre test | Mandatory; ≥0.5 IU/mL at WOAH-approved lab |
| 90-day wait | From blood draw date; hard cutoff |
| Health certificate | Within 7 days of departure; official endorsement required |
| Import licence | Via AVS/PALS; agent applies on owner's behalf |
| CAPQ agent | Mandatory from April 2026 |
| Quarantine | None in standard cases; home quarantine if triggers apply |
Minimum timeline from start: 5–6 months.
EU Pet Passport: Not Valid for Singapore
Singapore does not recognise the EU pet passport as a health certificate or as proof of import eligibility. When you bring your pet from France to Singapore, the EU pet passport is useful only as a reference document for the vet who issues the Singapore-format health certificate.
You need a separate veterinary health certificate for the Singapore import, issued by a French licensed vet and endorsed by a French government official veterinarian (vétérinaire officiel / Direction Départementale de la Protection des Populations — DDPP).
Allow time for the DDPP endorsement appointment within the 7-day validity window of the health certificate.
The Correct Step-by-Step Sequence
| Step | Action | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Microchip verified (ISO 11784/11785) | Before all vaccinations |
| 2 | Rabies vaccination given | After microchip confirmed readable |
| 3 | Blood draw for titre test | Minimum 28 days post-vaccination |
| 4 | Submit sample to WOAH-approved French lab | Immediately after draw |
| 5 | 90-day wait from blood draw date | Starts on draw date |
| 6 | Engage AVS-recognised CAPQ agent | 8–10 weeks before arrival |
| 7 | Agent applies for AVS import licence | S$50 normal / S$100 express |
| 8 | Health certificate issued by French vet | Within 7 days of departure |
| 9 | DDPP endorsement obtained | Within health certificate window |
| 10 | GST permit obtained by agent | Prior to arrival |
| 11 | CAPQ clearance on arrival day | Agent handles at Changi |
Titre Test Laboratories in France
France has WOAH-accredited laboratories that can conduct rabies serology testing (FAVN or equivalent). Verify the current approved list at avs.nparks.gov.sg before submitting the blood sample.
The result must show:
- Your pet's microchip number
- Date of blood draw
- Laboratory name and accreditation
- Titre result in IU/mL (must be ≥0.5 IU/mL)
If the titre result fails: The vaccination must be repeated and the blood draw repeated. The 90-day wait restarts from the new draw date.
Home Quarantine
Home quarantine applies on arrival in Singapore if:
- Your pet arrives more than 5 days after you enter Singapore, or
- Your pet has been in your care for less than 6 months
If triggered: your agent applies for home quarantine approval at least 4 weeks before arrival. Cost is S$29 per animal per day (S$290 for the full 10-day period), paid upfront.
CAPQ Operating Hours
From 1 April 2026, all CAPQ clearances require an AVS-recognised agent.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday and Tuesday | 9am to 5pm |
| Wednesday to Friday | 9am to 8pm |
| Saturday, Sunday, public holidays | Closed |
| Lunch break (all days) | 1pm to 2pm |
Book your pet's flight to arrive on a weekday.
Frequently Asked Questions
My cat is up to date on EU vaccination records. Do I still need a separate titre test? Yes. Schedule II classification requires a titre test regardless of existing vaccination records. The titre test confirms adequate immune response, not just that a vaccination was given.
How do I find a DDPP office near me in France? Each département has a DDPP (Direction Départementale de la Protection des Populations). Search for the DDPP in your département on the French government's official website (service-public.fr). Book the government endorsement appointment well in advance of your travel date.
Can I use a titre test result that was done for EU travel? Only if it was conducted at a WOAH-approved laboratory and the result is ≥0.5 IU/mL with the correct chip number recorded. The result must also still be within the 12-month validity window. Confirm with your agent before assuming an existing result is usable.
My partner already moved to Singapore 3 months ago. When should my pet arrive? As long as you and your pet arrive within 5 days of each other (or your pet arrives before or shortly after you), the home quarantine trigger does not apply. If your pet will arrive more than 5 days after you, home quarantine applies.
Moving from France to Singapore with your dog or cat? Contact our team for a fixed-price quote. Our agents have experience with European routes including French government endorsement requirements.
Source: Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS). Verify current requirements before proceeding.