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Pet Transport Indonesia to Singapore: 2026 AVS Schedule III Guide

Shipping a dog or cat from Indonesia to Singapore rewards owners who start planning early. Around 10-16 weeks is sensible here, with a few steps that must happen in a strict order. …

10-16 wks
Preparation needed
30 days
Quarantine on arrival
Moderate-High
Route complexity
Managed
Full door to door
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Lead time needed
10-16 weeks
Quarantine
30 days
Route complexity
Moderate-High
Airlines
3 carriers on this route
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What's required
MicrochipISO 11784/11785 microchip required.
Rabies vaccinationCurrent rabies vaccination required.
Rabies titre testRabies antibody titre test required. …
Quarantine30-day mandatory quarantine at an …
Health certificateDGLAHS-endorsed health certificate in …
In short: Preparing to move a pet from Indonesia to Singapore typically takes around 10-16 weeks. Expect 30 days of quarantine on arrival.
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Prepared and reviewed by Pet Transport Global Editorial Team
Step by step

The import process, in full

1
Before any other preparation.
Appoint an AVS-recognised pet agent (mandatory from April 2026 for Schedule III CAPQ clearance).

Responsible: Owner

2
4-6 weeks before travel. Allow 3-4 weeks for DGLAHS permit.
DGLAHS export permit application. Apply for AVS import licence. Pre-book AQC quarantine place.

Responsible: Owner or AVS-recognised agent

3
Allow 2-3 weeks for titre result.
ISO microchip confirmed. Current rabies vaccination. Titre test at AVS-approved laboratory.

Responsible: DGLAHS-registered vet

4
4-6 weeks before travel.
AVS import licence confirmed. AQC booking confirmed. Book cargo: CGK or DPS to SIN.

Responsible: Owner or agent

5
Within AVS-specified window before departure.
DGLAHS-endorsed health certificate in AVS format issued before travel.

Responsible: DGLAHS-endorsed vet

6
Travel day.
Travel CGK or DPS to SIN. AVS/CAPQ inspection at Changi. Transfer to AQC for 30-day quarantine.

Responsible: Airline, AVS agent, and AQC

Checklist

What your pet needs

Every item below must be completed and verified before your pet can travel. Expand each category for the detail.

Microchip
ISO 11784/11785 microchip required.
Rabies vaccination
Current rabies vaccination required.
Rabies titre test
Rabies antibody titre test required. Must meet AVS minimum level. Performed at an AVS-approved laboratory before travel. Source: Singapore AVS, nparks.gov.sg/avs.
Quarantine
30-day mandatory quarantine at an AVS-approved quarantine centre (AQC). Owner-paid. AQC booking required before arrival.
Health certificate
DGLAHS-endorsed health certificate in AVS format. Issued within the AVS-specified window before travel.
Export permit
DGLAHS export permit required. Apply through the relevant DGLAHS regional office. Allow 3-4 weeks.
Health certificate
Health certificate from a registered veterinarian endorsed by the Directorate General of Livestock and Animal Health Services (DGLAHS, under the Ministry of Agriculture). Must comply with AVS Singapore import format.
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Airlines

Carriers on this route

Not all airlines accept live animals on this route. Confirm the operating carrier's current policy for every flight segment.

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines operates Jakarta (CGK) and Bali (DPS) to Singapore Changi (SIN). Singapore Airlines Cargo has strong live animal handling at Changi. The primary option for Indonesia to Singapore cargo pets.
Cargo Only
Garuda Indonesia
Garuda Indonesia operates CGK and DPS to SIN with cargo services. Garuda Cargo accepts pets on selected routes. Confirm live animal acceptance for your specific flight date and crate.
Cargo Only
Batik Air
Batik Air operates some CGK or DPS to SIN services. Confirm cargo live animal policy before booking.
Cargo Only
Costs

What this route typically costs

DGLAHS export permit and health certificate: IDR 500,000-1,500,000
Titre test at AVS-approved laboratory: USD 100-200
AVS import licence fee: SGD 26-100
30-day AQC quarantine: SGD 1,500-3,000
Air cargo CGK or DPS to SIN: SGD 400-1,400 depending on crate size
AVS-recognised agent fee: SGD 500-1,500
Total typical range: SGD 3,500-8,000

Critical points

From 1 April 2026, an AVS-recognised pet agent is mandatory for Schedule III CAPQ clearance. Appoint one first.

30-day AQC quarantine is mandatory. It applies to all Indonesian pets, including those from Bali and other islands.

Book the AQC place before confirming cargo flights. AQC availability is limited.

DGLAHS processing takes 3-4 weeks. Start the export permit early.

Meeting Singapore's entry requirements

Bringing a pet into Singapore involves a fair amount of documentation. Keep everything organised and check each item against the current requirements before you book.

Advice worth following

Work backwards from your travel date and add a buffer. Fixed waiting periods mean a single slipped appointment can push the whole move back by weeks.

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.

FAQ

Common questions

Yes. AVS applies the Schedule III classification to all of Indonesia, including Bali, Java, Sumatra, and other islands. The quarantine requirement is uniform regardless of where in Indonesia the pet originates. There is no reduced-requirement pathway for specific Indonesian regions.
CAPQ is the Centre for Animal and Plant Quarantine at Singapore Changi Airport. All imported cats and dogs are processed through CAPQ on arrival. From 1 April 2026, pets from Schedule III countries must be cleared through CAPQ by an AVS-recognised pet agent. The agent is the registered importer and handles the clearance formalities.
Allow 2 to 3 months for preparation (DGLAHS permit, AVS import licence, titre test, health certificate) plus 30 days of AQC quarantine. Total from first vet visit to your pet leaving quarantine: approximately 3 to 4 months.
Yes. AVS-approved quarantine centres allow visits during designated visiting hours. Contact the AQC directly after booking to confirm visiting arrangements. Your AVS agent can also advise on visiting procedures.
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