Flying with a Dog from Japan to Singapore — Requirements

Valid core vaccinations against canine distemper virus, adenovirus type 1, and parvovirus type 2 (DHPPi or equivalent) are required.

The dog must have a valid rabies vaccination using an inactivated vaccine or recombinant vaccine acceptable to AVS/NParks. The rabies vaccination must be given before the blood sample is taken for the serology test. The vaccine must remain valid through the export date.

Before applying for an import licence, the owner must obtain a Singapore dog licence from AVS.

An import licence issued by AVS (NParks) is required before the dog arrives. Fee: S$50 for normal processing (two working days) or S$100 for express processing (one working day). Apply via AVS e-services. Valid for 90 days.

A veterinary health certificate issued 2 to 7 days before export, certifying the dog meets all Singapore import conditions, is healthy, free from clinical signs of contagious disease, and fit for travel. Must be issued by an official government veterinarian.

A GST import permit from Singapore Customs is required in addition to the AVS import licence.

The dog must undergo a rabies serology test at a WOAH reference laboratory or an AVS-approved laboratory. The blood sample must be taken at least 28 days after a valid rabies vaccination. Additionally, the blood sample date must be at least 90 days AND no more than 12 months (365 days) before the date of export to Singapore. The test must show a satisfactory antibody level (the AVS page does not publish a specific IU/mL threshold — confirm with AVS or the approved laboratory). The serology certificate must be included in the health documentation.

The dog must be fitted with an ISO 11784 or ISO 11785 Annex A compliant microchip before import. The microchip number must appear on all import documents.

A minimum 10-day home quarantine is required if EITHER of the following applies: (1) the dog is brought into Singapore more than 5 days after the owner's entry into Singapore, OR (2) the dog has been under the owner's or immediate family's direct care for less than 6 months. Smart collar tags will be issued by AVS to monitor compliance with home quarantine. If neither condition applies, no quarantine is required.

The dog must be at least 12 weeks (84 days) of age at the time of export to Singapore.

Book an inspection appointment via the AVS e-services portal at least 5 days before the dog's arrival in Singapore.