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:
| Date | Time | Area | Venue | Registration |
| 7 & 8 Dec 2024 | 10am to 8pm | Tampines/ Changi | Singapore Cat Festival @ Singapore Expo Hall 6A | 8 Nov 2024, 6pm: Time slots for 7 Dec 2024 - Full 15 Nov 2024, 6pm: Time slots for 8 Dec 2024 - Full 22 Nov 2024, 6pm: Additional time slots for 7 & 8 Dec (if there are any additional or cancelled time slots) - Full |
| 4, 5, 11 & 12 Jan 2025 | 10am to 4pm | Toa Payoh | Toa Payoh Central Community Centre |
4 Jan 2025 (Sat): https://go.gov.sg/avscatmc-4jantpycc |
| 1 & 8 Feb 2025 | 9am to 4pm | Bukit Merah | Bukit Merah Secondary School | Registration will open on 1 Jan 2025 at 12pm! |
| Mar 2025 | 10am to 4pm | Bishan | Bishan Community Centre | Registration will open on 1 Feb 2025 at 12pm! |
| 25, 26 & 27 Apr 2025 | 10am to 8pm | Tampines/ Changi | Singapore Expo | Registration will open on 1 Mar 2025 at 12pm! |
| 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 at 12pm! |
| 7 & 14 Jun 2025 | 10am to 4pm | Kallang | Dunman High School | Registration will open on 1 May 2025 at 12pm! |
| 12 & 19 Jul 2025 | 10am to 4pm | Bedok | Bedok View Secondary School | Registration will open on 1 Jun 2025 at 12pm! |
| 13 & 20 Jul 2025 | Heartbeat @ Bedok, Kampong Chai Chee Community Club | Registration will open on 1 Jun 2025 at 12pm! |
The schedule for the free microchipping events is subject to change because of unforeseen circumstances. Successful applicants will be notified accordingly.