Pet relocation from Indonesia to Singapore
Relocating a pet from Indonesia to Singapore runs on two moving parts: a clean Karantina (Kementan) export endorsement out of CGK or DPS, and an approved AVS import licence into Changi. We sequence the vet titer, health certificate and licence so the documents are valid on flight day — the single point most owners get wrong.
Get a Quote: Indonesia → SingaporeLeaving Indonesia
Indonesia export requires Karantina (Kementan) endorsement, microchip ISO, rabies titer (per destination), and a vet health certificate stamped within validity window.
- Permit / authority
- Karantina Pertanian export endorsement (Kementan)
- Border control
- Pre-departure cargo inspection at CGK or DPS; IATA crate compliance check
Entering Singapore
Singapore uses a category system; licence, microchip and vaccination records are mandatory.
- Permit / authority
- AVS import licence
- Border control
- 0–30 days by category
How long it takes
- Leaving Indonesia: Plan 6–10 weeks ahead (longer for strict destinations like AU/UK)
- Entering Singapore: Plan 4–10 weeks ahead
- Flight: A short 1.5–2.5 hour manifested cargo hop between Singapore (Changi) and Jakarta (CGK) or Bali (DPS).
Estimated cost
$900–$1,800
Indicative range for one cat or small dog, door-to-door. The final quote depends on pet size, crate dimensions, routing and season.
Document checklist
- ISO 15-digit microchip (implanted before rabies vaccination)
- Rabies vaccination record + titer (RNATT) where the destination requires it
- Indonesian government health certificate + Karantina (Kementan) export endorsement
- Singapore AVS import licence (applied for before travel)
- IATA-compliant travel crate sized to the pet
Regulations change. We verify current requirements before every move.
Airlines we coordinate with
- Singapore Airlines / SIA Cargo
- Garuda Indonesia Cargo
Subject to each airline's live-animal acceptance at the time of booking.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does pet relocation from Indonesia to Singapore take?
- Timelines depend on import permits and quarantine rules for Singapore. Most Indonesia-to-Singapore moves are planned 4–8 weeks ahead; we map the exact timeline after a quick assessment.
- What documents are required to move a pet from Indonesia to Singapore?
- Typically a health certificate, vaccination records, microchip, and an import permit for Singapore. We prepare and verify the full document set for you.
- How much does it cost to move a pet from Indonesia to Singapore?
- For one cat or small dog handled door-to-door, plan on roughly USD 900–1,800. The range moves with pet size, crate dimensions, whether a rabies titer is needed, and the season. We give a fixed quote after a short assessment.
- Does Singapore quarantine pets arriving from Indonesia?
- Singapore sets import conditions by country category, and the requirements for arrivals from Indonesia can include a licensed step on arrival. We confirm the current AVS category and any home-quarantine or inspection requirement before booking, so there are no surprises at Changi.
- Can my pet fly in the cabin instead of cargo?
- On the Indonesia–Singapore lane most pets travel as manifested live-animal cargo, which is the compliant and best-documented option for international moves. We book the crate and terminal handling end to end rather than relying on cabin allowances.