Microchipping of Cats
Microchipping of Cats
Things for cat owners to note
These changes will take effect from 1 September 2024.
All pet cats are required to be implanted with a microchip before an online licence can be applied for them via the Pet Animal Licensing System (PALS). For more information on the license application process and requirements, please click here.
Microchipping provides cats with a lasting form of identification. The procedure, which is performed by licensed veterinarians involves inserting a tiny chip, about the size of a rice grain, beneath the cat's skin. Each microchip contains a unique identification (ID) number, providing the pet cat with a permanent, individual identity. This ID number is essential for reuniting lost cats with their owners, offering peace of mind to pet parents.
The microchipping process is safe and akin to a routine vaccination. Cat owners can visit their preferred veterinary clinic to have their pets microchipped.
In addition, AVS will be organising more free cat microchipping drives island wide, as part of our efforts to support cat owners in meeting the requirements under the Cat Management Framework.
Registration slots for the month open on the 1st day of the preceding month (e.g. Slots for February will open on 1st January). Please note that:
- These events are strictly by registration only. Walk-ins are not allowed.
- Only successful applicants will receive a confirmation email to confirm their time slot for the event.
Schedule for Upcoming Free Microchipping Events:
*Scroll left to see registration links
| Date | Time | Area | Venue | Registration |
| 14 & 21 June 2025 | 10am to 4pm | Kallang | Dunman High School | Full |
| 12 & 19 July 2025 | 10am to 4pm | Bedok | Bedok View Secondary School | Registration will open on 1 Jun 2025! |
| 13 & 20 July 2025 | Heartbeat @ Bedok, Kampong Chai Chee Community Club |
Registration will open on 1 Jun 2025! | ||
| 16, 17, 23, & 24 August 2025 | 10am to 4pm | Jurong | Yuhua Community Club | Registration will open on 1 Jul 2025! |
| 13 & 14 September 2025 | 10am to 4pm | Boon Lay | Boon Lay Community Club | Registration will open on 1 Aug 2025! |
Schedule for Upcoming Free Microchipping at Veterinary Clinics:
* Do note that only the microchipping service is complimentary. Any additional veterinary services will incur standard fees, including but not limited to:
· Consultations
· Medications
· Diagnostic tests
· Treatments
We strongly advise pet owners to discuss potential costs with the clinic staff before proceeding with any services beyond the free microchipping.
| Clinic | Time | Area | Address | Date | Registration |
| Pet Space Vet Surgery Clinic |
9.30am to 12.30pm |
Farrer Park | 482 Serangoon Road Singapore 218149 | 18 June 2025 | Full |
| 16 July 2025 | Registration will open on 1 June 2025! |
| Clinic | Time | Area | Address | Date | Registration |
| Gaia Veterinary Centre | 2.30pm to 5.30pm | Holland |
Parksuites Branch: 24 Holland Grove Road |
27 May 2025 | Full |
| 24 June 2025 | Full |
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| Jalan Besar | Jalan Besar Branch: 415 Jalan Besar, Singapore 209016 |
28 May 2025 | Full | ||
| 25 June 2025 | Full |
Past Microchipping Events
| Date | Area | Venue |
| 20 & 21 April 2024 | Boon Lay | Boon Lay Multi-Purpose Hall |
| 11 & 12 May 2024 | East Coast | Pets' Day Out @ East Coast Park |
| 25 & 26 May 2024 | Boon Lay | Boon Lay Multi-Purpose Hall |
| 29 & 30 June 2024 | Central | Asia Cat Expo 2024 @ Suntec City Convention Hall |
| 2, 3 & 4 August 2024 | Marina Bay | SG Pet Festival @ Marina Bay Sands |
| 17 & 18 August 2024 | Geylang | Purrsa Malam @ Wisma Geylang Serai |
| 22 September 2024 | West Coast | Fur-ever Friends Fiesta 2024 @ West Coast Community Club |
| 28 September 2024 | Khatib/Nee Soon | Nee Soon Pets Fiesta @ Khatib MPH |
| 26 October 2024 | Senja/Cashew | Cashew Pets' Day @ Senja-Cashew Community Centre |
| 3 November 2024 | Punggol | Pawsome Garden Party @ Northshore Plaza |
| 7 & 8 December 2024 | Tampine/Changi | Singapore Cat Festival @ Singapore Expo |
| 4, 5, 11 & 12 January 2025 | Toa Payoh | Toa Payoh Central Community Centre |
| 1 & 8 February 2025 | Bukit Merah | Bukit Merah Secondary School |
| 1, 2, 8 & 9 March 2025 | Bishan | Bishan Community Centre |
| 19 March 2025 | Farrer Park | Pet Space Vet Surgery Clinic |
| 16 April 2025 | Farrer Park | Pet Space Vet Surgery Clinic |
| 25, 26 & 27 April 2025 | Tampines/Changi | Pet Expo 2025 @ Singapore Expo |
| 29 & 30 April 2025 | Holland & Jalan Besar | Gaia Veterinary Centre |
| 14 May 2025 | Farrer Park | Pet Space Vet Surgery Clinic |
| 17, 18, 24 & 25 May 2025 | Clementi | National University of Singapore, Ridge View Residential College |
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