Microchipping of cats
About microchipping and AVS microchipping drives
Last updated 1 December 2025
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.
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
Clinic | Time | Area | Address | Date | Registration |
Gaia Veterinary Centre | 02:30PM to 05:30PM | Holland | Parksuites Outlet: 24 Holland Grove Road, #01-12/13 Singapore 278803 | 16 December 2025 | Register here now: https://go.gov.sg/avsmc-gaiavets-parksuites-dec25 |
Jalan Besar | Jalan Besar Outlet: 415 Jalan Besar, Singapore 209016 | 17 December 2025 | Register here now: https://go.gov.sg/avsmc-gaiavets-jalanbesar-dec25 | ||
Vets For Life Animal Clinic | 10:00AM to 12:30PM | Katong | 330B Tanjong Katong Road Singapore 437106 | 13 December 2025 | Registration is full! |
11am to 12pm 3.30pm to 4.30pm | Holland | 27A Lor Liput Singapore 277738 | 9, 16 & 23 December 2025 | Registration is full! |
* 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 |
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