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 1^st day of the preceding month (e.g. Slots for February will open on 1^st 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
*25, 26 & 27 April 2025	10am to 8pm	Tampines/ Changi	Singapore Expo Hall 5B & 6	Full
17, 18, 24 & 25 May 2025	10am to 4pm	Clementi	National University of Singapore, Ridge View Residential College	Registration will open on 1 Apr 2025!
14 & 21 June 2025	10am to 4pm	Kallang	Dunman High School	Registration will open on 1 May 2025!
12 & 19 July 2025	10am to 4pm	Bedok	Bedok View Secondary School	Registration will open on 1 Jun 2025!
13 & 20 July 2025	10am to 4pm	Bedok	Heartbeat @ Bedok, Kampong Chai Chee Community Club	Registration will open on 1 Jun 2025!

The schedule for the free microchipping events is subject to change because of unforeseen circumstances. Successful applicants will be notified accordingly.

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	Area	Address	Date	Time	Registration
Pet Space Vet Surgery Clinic	Farrer Park	482 Serangoon Road Singapore 218149	19 March 2025	9.30am to 12.30pm	Full
			16 April 2025		Registration link: https://go.gov.sg/avsmc-petspace-apr25
			14 May 2025		Registration will open on 1 April 2025!
			18 June 2025		Registration will open on 1 May 2025!
			16 July 2025		Registration will open on 1 June 2025!

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

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