Amphibians And Reptiles
Amphibians and reptiles
Amphibians and reptiles generally cannot be imported as pets.
The only reptiles you are allowed to bring into Singapore as pets are the Red-Eared Slider (Trachemys scripta elegans) and Malayan box turtle (Cuora amboinensis).
Information on the import and export of other amphibians and reptiles for other purposes (e.g. zoological) can be found in the "CITES and Wildlife Trade" section.
Importing amphibians and reptiles
If you wish to bring red-eared sliders into Singapore as pets, you will first need a letter of authorisation from us. This letter is required for both commercial and personal imports.
To apply for this letter, download, complete, and mail the application form to us.
Transshipping Wildlife Species
To transship wildlife species via Singapore, you will need an AVS-issued transshipment licence.
Apply for an AVS-issued transshipment licence
Prepare a copy each of the following documents in soft copy:
- A valid health certificate from the exporting country
- An import permit or import licence issued by the importing country (if required)
- CITES import and export permits (for CITES species)
You can apply for and obtain a transshipment licence via GoBusiness Licensing Portal. Be sure to submit the above documents during your application.
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Type of licence |
Cost and validity |
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Licence to import/export/transship animals, birds, eggs, and biologics (commercial) |
This licence is valid for 30 days from the date of issue. Each licence allows you to tranship one consignment only. |