If you’re relocating to Singapore with your cherished canine or feline companion, there are essential pet import regulations you must adhere to in order to bring your pet into the country. The process involves several meticulous steps, each of which must be completed accurately. Below, we’ll outline what you need to do to prepare for flying your dog or cat to Singapore.
Identify Your Country’s Category:
Singapore classifies countries based on their rabies risk status, and the rules for bringing in dogs and cats vary accordingly. The first step is to determine the category of the country from which your pet is originating. The Agri-food and Veterinary Authority of Singapore (AVA) categorizes countries into four distinct country categories: A, B, C, and D.
Category A: Countries free from rabies, including Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.
Category B: Countries with negligible risk of rabies, such as the Cayman Islands, Denmark, Hong Kong, and the United States (limited to Guam & Hawaii).
Category C: Countries with low incidence of rabies, like Canada, Greece the United States (excluding Guam & Hawaii), see the full list below.
Category D: Countries with undetermined risk of rabies, encompassing all other countries.
Each category comes with its own set of requirements and procedures, designed to ensure the health and safety of both the animals and the local community. While the specifics of these requirements may vary, depending on the category, having a general understanding of the classification system can help streamline the process and avoid any last-minute surprises.
Understanding these country categories is crucial for pet owners planning to import their furry companions into Singapore. By familiarizing themselves with the requirements associated with each category, they can ensure a smoother transition for their pets and avoid any unnecessary delays or complications.
While the process of importing pets into Singapore may seem daunting at first, it’s ultimately about ensuring the well-being of both the animals and the community. By adhering to the regulations set forth by the authorities and understanding the country categorization system, pet owners can look forward to welcoming their beloved companions into their new home with confidence and peace of mind.
Category A Import Requirements
Which country/region of export belongs to Category A?
Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and United Kingdom (Great Britain and Northern Ireland)
What requirements need to be met before bringing my pet into Singapore?
Your pet must have been continuously a resident in the country/region of export, or any country listed for at least 6 months prior to export, or since birth.
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What should my pet be vaccinated against?
- For dogs: Canine Distemper, Canine Hepatitis and Canine Parvovirus
- For cats: Cat Flu and Cat Enteritis
What about external and internal parasites?
Your pet will need to be treated with a product effective against fleas, ticks and internal parasites (nematodes and cestodes) between 2 and 7 days prior to departure
Is quarantine required for my pet?
No, pets arriving in Singapore under Category A are not required to be quarantine.
Category B Import Requirements
Which country/region of export belongs to Category B?
Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Jersey, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, New Caledonia, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Guam & Hawaii
What requirements need to be met before bringing my pet into Singapore?
Your pet must have been continuously a resident in the country/region of export, or any country listed for at least 6 months prior to export, or since birth.
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What should my pet be vaccinated against?
- For dogs: Canine Distemper, Canine Hepatitis and Canine Parvovirus & Rabies
- For cats: Cat Flu and Cat Enteritis & Rabies
What about external and internal parasites?
Your pet will need to be treated with a product effective against fleas, ticks and internal parasites (nematodes and cestodes) between 2 and 7 days prior to departure
Is quarantine required for my pet?
No, pets arriving in Singapore under Category B are not required to be quarantine.
Category C Import Requirements
Which country/region of export belongs to Category C?
Canada, Cyprus, Estonia, Greece, Latvia, Korea, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Taiwan, USA
What requirements need to be met before bringing my pet into Singapore?
For Category C1 – to qualify for 10 days quarantine: Your pet must have at least 2 vaccinations against rabies, 1st vaccination given at least 4 months prior to departure and 2nd vaccination given at least 1 month prior to departure.
For Category C2 – 30 days quarantine: Your pet must have a single valid primary rabies vaccination, or a booster, given at least 3 months prior to departure.
Details of requirements for Category C1:Your pet must have been continuously a resident in the country/region of export, or any country listed for at least 6 months prior to export, or since birth.
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Details of requirements for Category C2:Your pet must have been continuously a resident in the country/region of export, or any country listed for at least 6 months prior to export, or since birth.
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What should my pet be vaccinated against?
- For dogs: Canine Distemper, Canine Hepatitis and Canine Parvovirus & Rabies
- For cats: Cat Flu and Cat Enteritis & Rabies
What about external and internal parasites?
Your pet will need to be treated with a product effective against fleas, ticks and internal parasites (nematodes and cestodes) between 2 and 7 days prior to departure.
Category D Import Requirements
Which country/region of export belongs to Category D?
These are countries with a relatively higher risk of rabies, and they include for example Thailand, China, Vietnam, and all countries not specifically categorized as A to C.
(Please ask us if you need clarification on your origin countries status)
What requirements need to be met before bringing my pet into Singapore?
Your pet must have been continuously a resident in the country/region of export, or any country listed for at least 6 months prior to export, or since birth.
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What should my pet be vaccinated against?
- For dogs: Canine Distemper, Canine Hepatitis and Canine Parvovirus & Rabies
- For cats: Cat Flu and Cat Enteritis & Rabies
What about external and internal parasites?
Your pet will need to be treated with a product effective against fleas, ticks and internal parasites (nematodes and cestodes) between 2 and 7 days prior to departure
Is quarantine required for my pet?
Yes, pets arriving in Singapore under Category D are subjected to a 30 days quarantine at the Animal Quarantine Centre (AQC). Your pet will be given a rabies vaccination upon arrival at the AQC.
