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Pet Transport Vietnam to Singapore: 2026 AVS Schedule III Guide

Shipping a dog or cat from Vietnam to Singapore rewards owners who start planning early. Expect around 10-16 weeks of lead time to line up the documents and the fixed waiting …

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 certificateDAH-endorsed health certificate in AVS …
In short: Preparing to move a pet from Vietnam to Singapore typically takes around 10-16 weeks. Expect 30 days of quarantine on arrival.
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Step by step

The import process, in full

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

Responsible: Owner

2
At least 4-6 weeks before travel.
Apply for AVS import licence through nparks.gov.sg/avs. Pre-book an 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: DAH-registered Vietnamese vet

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

Responsible: Owner or agent

5
Shortly before departure.
DAH-endorsed health certificate in AVS format issued before travel.

Responsible: DAH-endorsed Vietnamese vet

6
Travel day.
Travel SGN or HAN to SIN. AVS 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. Must be administered at the correct age and timing.
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) in Singapore. Owner-paid. AQC booking required before arrival.
Health certificate
DAH-endorsed health certificate in AVS format, issued shortly before travel.
Export permit
No formal export permit for personal pets. DAH-endorsed health certificate covers the export documentation.
Health certificate
Health certificate issued by a Vietnamese veterinarian and endorsed by the Department of Animal Health (DAH, under MARD). 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.

Vietnam Airlines
Vietnam Airlines operates Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and Hanoi (HAN) to Singapore Changi (SIN). Vietnam Airlines Cargo handles pets on selected routes. Confirm live animal acceptance for your specific flight.
Cargo Only
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines operates SGN and HAN to SIN with regular cargo services. Singapore Airlines Cargo has strong live animal infrastructure at Changi. A reliable option for the Vietnam to Singapore sector.
Cargo Only
Jetstar Asia
Jetstar Asia operates cargo services on some Vietnam to Singapore routes. Confirm live animal acceptance and cargo policy before booking.
Cargo Only
Costs

What this route typically costs

Vietnamese vet fees and DAH health certificate endorsement: USD 100-250
Titre test at AVS-approved laboratory: USD 100-200
AVS import licence fee: SGD 26-100 (approximately USD 20-75)
30-day AQC quarantine: SGD 1,500-3,000 (approximately USD 1,100-2,200)
Air cargo SGN or HAN to SIN: USD 400-1,200 depending on crate size
AVS-recognised agent fee: SGD 500-1,500
Total typical range: SGD 3,500-8,000 (approximately USD 2,600-5,900)

Critical points

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

The 30-day AQC quarantine is mandatory for all Schedule III country pets. It cannot be shortened.

Book the AQC quarantine place before confirming your flight. Places are limited.

Apply for the AVS import licence before booking cargo flights. Travel without a confirmed licence is not possible.

What Singapore requires

The requirements for Singapore are thorough rather than difficult. Work through them methodically and confirm anything you are unsure about with the official source.

Avoiding the common mistakes

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

Vietnam is classified as a Schedule III country under AVS import rules because of disease risk profile. All cats and dogs from Schedule III countries must complete 30-day mandatory quarantine at an AQC. This is a blanket requirement for the classification, not specific to Vietnam alone.
Mandatory from 1 April 2026 for Schedule III CAPQ clearance. Pets from Schedule III countries cannot complete CAPQ clearance in Singapore without an AVS-recognised agent handling the process. Appoint an agent before starting any other preparation.
Allow 2 to 3 months for preparation (AVS import licence, titre test, DAH health certificate) plus 30 days of AQC quarantine on arrival. Total from first vet visit to your pet leaving quarantine: approximately 3 to 4 months.
Yes. AQC facilities allow owner visits during designated visiting hours. Contact the AQC directly to confirm visiting arrangements after booking. The quarantine centre will provide guidance on visit scheduling when you pre-book.
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