Microchipping of cats
About microchipping and AVS microchipping drives
Last updated 8 January 2026
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.
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.
Moving forward, AVS’ efforts will be more targeted to provide support for cat owners from lower-income households through free microchipping drives and the PCSS programme. Outreach and engagement activities such as roadshows will also be held at areas where we have received higher proportion of feedback on cat-related disamenities.
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.
Schedule for Upcoming Free Microchipping at Veterinary Clinics
(Scroll to the right to view the registration link)
Clinic | Time | Area | Address | Date | Registration |
Vets For Life Animal Clinic | 09:00AM to 11:00AM | Katong | 330B Tanjong Katong Road Singapore 437106 | 31 January 2026 | Register here: https://go.gov.sg/avsmc-vetsforlife-katong-jan26 |
11:00am to 12:00pm 03.30pm to 04.30pm | Holland | 27A Lor Liput Singapore 277738 | 13, 20 & 27 January 2026 | Registration slots have been fully booked! | |
3 & 10 February 2026 | Register here: https://go.gov.sg/avsmc-vetsforlife-holland-feb26 | ||||
AVH Animal Ark Veterinary Group | 03:00PM to 05:00PM | Springleaf | 5 Mandai Road Singapore 779391 | 28 January 2026 | Register here: https://go.gov.sg/avsmc-animalark-jan26 |
* The schedule for the free microchipping events is subject to change because of unforeseen circumstances. Successful applicants will be notified accordingly.
Past Microchipping Events
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 | Tampines/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 |
27 & 28 May 2025 | Holland & Jalan Besar | Gaia Veterinary Centre |
14 & 21 June 2025 | Kallang | Dunman High School |
18 June 2025 | Farrer Park | Pet Space Vet Surgery Clinic |
24 & 25 June 2025 | Holland & Jalan Besar | Gaia Veterinary Centre |
12 & 19 July 2025 | Bedok | Bedok View Secondary School |
13 & 20 July 2025 | Bedok | Heartbeat @ Bedok, Kampong Chai Chee Community Club |
16 July 2025 | Farrer Park | Pet Space Vet Surgery Clinic |
25 July 2025 | Yishun | Genesis Veterinary Clinic |
29 & 30 July 2025 | Holland & Jalan Besar | Gaia Veterinary Centre |
16, 17, 23, & 24 August 2025 | Jurong/Yuhua | Yuhua Community Club |
26 & 27 August 2025 | Holland & Jalan Besar | Gaia Veterinary Centre |
13 & 14 September 2025 | Boon Lay | Boon Lay Community Club |
5, 12 & 19 September 2025 | Yishun | Genesis Veterinary Clinic |
23 & 24 September 2025 | Holland & Jalan Besar | Gaia Veterinary Centre |
4, 5, 11 & 12 October 2025 | MacPherson | MacPherson Community Club |
28 & 29 October 2025 | Holland & Jalan Besar | Gaia Veterinary Centre |
8 & 9 November 2025 | Taman Jurong | Taman Jurong Community Centre |
14 & 28 November 2025 | Yishun | Genesis Veterinary Clinic |
21 November 2025 | Bukit Merah | Atlas Veterinary Clinic & Surgery |
25 & 26 November 2025 | Holland & Jalan Besar | Gaia Veterinary Centre |
28 November 2025 | Springleaf | AVH Animal Ark Veterinary Group |
16 & 17 December 2025 | Holland & Jalan Besar | Gaia Veterinary Centre |
9, 13, 16 & 23 December 2025 | Katong & Holland | Vets for Life Animal Clinic |
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