Getting a pet from France to Singapore is a step by step process, and each stage has its own timing. This is one of the more demanding routes, so allow around 36-44 weeks and treat the timeline as fixed. Plan for 30 days of quarantine on …
In short:
Preparing to move a pet from France to Singapore
typically takes around 36-44 weeks.
Expect 30 days of quarantine on arrival.
A rabies titre test is required, which adds a fixed waiting period, so start early.
Verification date not recorded. Confirm current requirements with the destination authority.
Prepared and reviewed by Pet Transport Global Editorial Team
Step by step
The France to Singapore pet import process
Each step must be completed in a precise sequence. Start early. We manage every stage and deadline.
1
Microchip (ISO 11784/11785), before vaccination
Responsible: French vet
Week 0
2
Rabies vaccination
Responsible: French vet
Week 0-2 after microchip
3
Wait 30 days post-vaccination
Responsible: N/A
Weeks 2-6
4
FAVN titre test blood draw at AVS-approved lab
Responsible: French vet + approved lab
Week 6 (30+ days post-vaccination)
5
6-month wait from blood draw
Responsible: N/A
Weeks 6-32
6
Apply for AVS import permit
Responsible: You or agent
Weeks 6-30 (allow 30+ days processing)
7
Pre-book Singapore quarantine station (SQS)
Responsible: You or agent
As early as possible, limited spaces
8
Book Air France or Singapore Airlines Cargo CDG-SIN
Responsible: You or agent
Week 30 onwards
9
DDPP-endorsed health certificate
Responsible: DDPP-authorised vet + DDPP
Within 7 days of departure
10
Fly to Singapore. 30-day quarantine at SQS.
Responsible: AVS-approved SQS
Week 32+
Requirements
What your pet needs to enter Singapore
Every item below must be in place before your pet can travel. We manage and verify each one.
Microchip
Required (ISO 11784/11785). Before vaccination.
Rabies vaccination
Required. At least 30 days before titre test. Within 12 months of export.
Rabies titre test
Required (Category C). FAVN/ELISA at AVS-approved laboratory. Minimum 0.5 IU/ml. Blood drawn 30+ days post-vaccination. 6-month wait from blood draw.
Quarantine
Mandatory. 30 days at AVS-approved Singapore Quarantine Station (SQS). Pre-booking required. Owner pays.
Import permit
Required. AVS import permit via e-service portal. Apply 30+ days before arrival.
Health certificate
DDPP-endorsed health certificate in AVS format. Within 7 days of departure.
Export permit (France)
No formal export permit from France. Official health certificate endorsed by DDPP (Direction Départementale de la Protection des Populations).
Costs
What this route typically costs
Air France or Singapore Airlines Cargo fees CDG-SIN
IATA-compliant crate
FAVN titre test (approved lab)
AVS import permit fee
30-day SQS quarantine fees (owner pays, variable by animal size)
DDPP health certificate endorsement fees
Agent fee (strongly recommended)
Critical points to read before you book
France is Category C for AVS. Titre test + 6-month wait + 30-day quarantine all apply. Total preparation: 36-44 weeks.
SQS quarantine spaces are limited. Book as soon as your travel window is known.
Health certificate window: within 7 days of France departure AND 10 days of Singapore arrival. Both apply.
AVS category for France may be updated. Always verify at nparks.gov.sg/avs before starting the process.
Airlines
Carriers approved for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals on this route. We know which carriers to use and how to book.
AIR FRANCE
Air France
Air France Cargo operates CDG-SIN direct. National carrier of the origin country. Strong live animal cargo handling at Charles de Gaulle.
Cargo Only
SINGAPORE
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines Cargo operates SIN-CDG direct. National carrier of the destination, with detailed familiarity with AVS import procedures at Changi.
Cargo Only
LUFTHANSA
Lufthansa
Via Frankfurt FRA. Brachycephalic breeds restricted from cargo year-round.
Cargo Only
EMIRATES
Emirates
Via Dubai DXB to SIN. Summer heat embargoes apply.
Cargo Only
QATAR AIRWAYS
Qatar Airways
Via Doha DOH to SIN. Seasonal brachycephalic restrictions.
Cargo Only
The rules for bringing a pet into Singapore
Singapore takes biosecurity seriously, and the requirements reflect that. The paperwork is exacting, so accuracy matters as much as timing.
How to keep this move on track
Check the airline’s crate size and labelling rules early. An undersized or wrongly labelled crate is a frequent reason pets are refused at check-in.
Ask about temperature embargoes for your travel window. Summer and winter cargo restrictions can rule out certain routes and dates entirely.
Book the titre test laboratory well ahead. Approved labs have limited slots and the sample takes time to process, so this is not something to leave to the final weeks.
Microchip before you vaccinate. The microchip must be in place before the rabies shot for the vaccination to count, and getting this order wrong is the most common and costly mistake.
FAQ
Common questions about France to Singapore pet transport
Singapore’s AVS classifies France as a Category C country. All pets from Category C countries must complete 30 days of quarantine at an AVS-approved Singapore Quarantine Station on arrival, regardless of vaccination or titre test history. This applies even after completing the 6-month pre-travel waiting period.
Allow 36-44 weeks. The FAVN titre test requires blood drawn 30 days post-vaccination, followed by a 6-month wait. Then add the AVS import permit processing (30+ days), cargo booking, and the DDPP health certificate. The 30-day quarantine on arrival is on top of all this.
The AVS import permit is a mandatory Singapore government document required before your pet travels. Apply through the AVS e-service portal at nparks.gov.sg/avs at least 30 days before planned arrival. A licensed agent can manage this process on your behalf.
Air France Cargo and Singapore Airlines Cargo both operate direct CDG-SIN services with live animal capability. Air France has strong cargo infrastructure at Charles de Gaulle; Singapore Airlines has deep familiarity with AVS import procedures at Changi. Either is a sound choice.
No. 30-day quarantine is mandatory for pets from Category C countries. AVS does not issue exemptions or reductions. Pre-booking a quarantine space is required before your pet travels.
Airline guides
Air France
Singapore Airlines
Lufthansa
Emirates
Qatar Airways
Breed guides
Check breed-specific airline rules and country bans.