Skip to main content
A Singapore Government Agency Website How to identify
Official website links end with .gov.sg
Secure websites use HTTPS
Look for a lock () or https:// as an added precaution. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
Government officials will never ask you to transfer money or disclose bank log-in details over a phone call.

Call the 24/7 ScamShield (opens in new tab) Helpline at 1799 if you are unsure if something is a scam.

Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS)

Importing unfinished animal products

How to import unfinished animal products

Last updated 8 November 2025

Unfinished animal products are raw or unprocessed animal-derived materials that are not meant for human consumption. 

All unfinished animal products brought into Singapore must satisfy the permit requirements listed in the table below. 

Required permit documents for type of unfinished animal products

Type of unfinished animal product  

Required documents  

Non-CITES listed 

  • Supporting documents (refer to section below) 

  • Cargo Clearance Permit (CCP) from TradeNet  

CITES-listed 

  • Supporting documents (refer to section below) 

  • Cargo Clearance Permit (CCP) from TradeNet  

  • CITES import permit issued by NParks 

  • CITES export or re-export permit issued by the exporting country 

To find out which animal species are listed by CITES, refer to the CITES Appendices (opens in new tab).  

Obtain Supporting Documents 

The supporting documents needed to bring in unfinished animal products include treatment certificates, sanitary certificates, and export health certificates. These certificates must contain the following details:   

  • Species of animal (scientific and common names) 

  • Description of item (type/nature of item) 

  • Country of origin 

  • Treatment process 

  • Certification that the item was derived from clinically healthy animals (if applicable) 

How to apply for Cargo Clearance Permit 

Each consignment must be accompanied by a cargo clearance permit for import clearance at the port of entry. This permit serves as an AVS-issued import permit.   

You can obtain this permit by making an inward declaration via TradeNet (opens in new tab). 

How to apply for CITES permits

1. Obtain a CITES export or re-export permit from the country of export.

Obtain a CITES export or re-export permit from the relevant CITES management authority or the relevant authority of the exporting country. This permit is needed to apply for an AVS-issued CITES import permit. 

The list of CITES member countries and their contact details is available here (opens in new tab). 

2. Obtain an AVS-issued CITES import permit.

Apply for and obtain an NParks-issued CITES import permit via GoBusiness Licensing Portal (opens in new tab). 

This CITES import permit is valid for 180 days only.

How to make appointment for border control inspection 

If border control inspection is required, you can book an inspection appointment via this link (opens in new tab). Please submit your appointment request at least five days before your consignment’s arrival.  

Bringing animals for inspection without making an appointment will subject you to an inspection fee of S$133 per hour or part thereof