Pet Export Services From Singapore
We make all the necessary arrangements for exporting pets from Singapore to ensure a safe, stress-free journey to any destination worldwide. Our team manages the entire process of pet export from Singapore, from securing AVS export licences to coordinating airline-approved crates, ensuring your furkids are handled with care every step of the way.
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Depending on your destination country, our team will design a customized solution to your needs
Our Export Service Includes:
- Consultation & Coordination services
- Flight Booking as Cargo
- Veterinary visits
- Blood Tests
- Health Certificates
- Government Endorsements
- Animal Reservation & Management
- Permits & Custom Clearance
- Crates & Accessories
- Pet Transpsort
- Pet Boarding
Pre-requisites for Export:
- ISO microchip
- Rabies vaccination
- General Vaccination
- Blood Test (if required)
Please provide us with accurate measurements of your pet in order for us to determine an appropriate crate size
Pet Export Requirements by Destination Country
Every country sets its own entry rules for pets. Because Singapore is recognised as rabies-free, exporting a pet is generally more straightforward than importing one, but each destination still requires specific permits, tests and timings. The tables below summarise the current requirements for the three most common destinations from Singapore. Rules change, so always confirm the details with the destination authority before you travel, and start planning several months ahead.
Exporting a pet from Singapore to Australia
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country status | Singapore is a Group 2 (rabies-free approved) country under Australia’s Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF). |
| Import permit | Required from DAFF before travel. For Group 2 countries, permits are generally valid for around 12 months. |
| Microchip | ISO 11784/11785 compliant, implanted and readable. |
| Rabies titre test | Not required from Singapore. The 180-day rabies titre residency applies to rabies-present (Group 3) countries, not to Singapore. |
| Vet preparation | Standard health checks and parasite treatments in the run-up to export, in line with DAFF conditions. |
| Quarantine on arrival | A minimum 10-day stay at a government Post Entry Quarantine facility (Mickleham, Melbourne). This can be extended if any health concern arises. |
Exporting a pet from Singapore to the United Kingdom
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Microchip | ISO 11784/11785, implanted before the rabies vaccination. |
| Rabies vaccination | Given after microchipping and valid on the date of UK entry. At least 21 days must pass after the primary vaccination before travel. |
| Rabies titre test | If Singapore is treated by the UK as an unlisted country, a rabies antibody blood test is also required: taken at least 30 days after vaccination, with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml, followed by a three-month wait before entry. Confirm the current listing status before travel. |
| Tapeworm (dogs only) | Praziquantel treatment 1 to 5 days (24 to 120 hours) before entry, recorded on the certificate. |
| Documentation | A Great Britain pet health certificate or Animal Health Certificate, issued no more than 10 days before entry. |
| Quarantine on arrival | None if fully compliant. Pets are briefly held at the entry point for document and microchip checks. |
Exporting a pet from Singapore to the European Union
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country status | Singapore is on the EU list of countries exempt from the rabies antibody titre test. |
| Microchip | ISO 11784/11785, implanted before the rabies vaccination. |
| Rabies vaccination | A valid rabies vaccination. The dog is usually at least 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination. |
| Rabies titre test | Not required from Singapore. |
| Documentation | An EU Animal Health Certificate issued by an official vet. Enter through an approved Travellers’ Point of Entry. |
| Tapeworm (dogs) | Required for entry to Ireland, Malta, Finland and Norway, given 1 to 5 days before travel. Not required for general EU entry. |
| Quarantine on arrival | None if compliant. |
Requirements are current at the time of writing and can change. Confirm the latest rules with the destination authority (and with Singapore’s AVS) before booking travel.
How much does it cost to export a pet from Singapore?
There is no fixed price for pet export. Your quote depends on your pet and your destination. The main cost drivers are:
- Pet size and breed, which set the crate dimensions and the chargeable freight weight.
- Destination requirements, such as permits, blood tests and quarantine. For example, Australia requires a government import permit and a minimum 10-day quarantine stay.
- Airline and route, as freight rates vary by carrier, season and travel date.
- Government fees charged by the destination authority.
- Optional services, such as door-to-door transport, boarding, vet visits and document handling.
Tell us your pet’s details and destination and we will provide a transparent, itemised quote with no hidden fees.
FAQs
To export a pet, you typically need a valid dog licence (for dogs), a veterinary health certificate, and an AVS export permit. Additionally, you must meet the specific import requirements of your destination country, such as rabies titrations or specific vaccinations.
Export licences are issued by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) via the GoBusiness portal. The permit is usually valid for 30 days. We handle the application for you to ensure the timing aligns perfectly with your flight schedule.
This depends on the airline’s policy and the destination country. While some airlines allow small pets in the cabin, many countries (like the UK or Australia) require pets to arrive via manifest cargo for customs and bio-security clearance.
Preparation should begin 3 to 4 months before departure. While the export permit itself is quick to obtain, destination-specific requirements—like blood test waiting periods—dictate the overall timeline.
While not mandatory, using a professional agent ensures that complex flight schedules, fluctuating blood test requirements, and AVS inspections are coordinated perfectly, preventing the risk of your pet being denied boarding.