Microchipping of cats
About microchipping and AVS microchipping drives
Last updated 21 August 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) (opens in new tab). 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.
Since September 2024, the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) had organised over 120 free microchipping and licensing drives across Singapore.
From August 2026, AVS will cease provision of these free microchipping services. Cat owners who have yet to microchip their pets should visit their preferred veterinary clinic to do so at their own cost and license them for free before 31 August 2026.
From 1 September 2026, cat licensing fees would apply. For more information on the license fees, please visit Licence fees | Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS) (opens in new tab). Additionally, if you require financial assistance for sterilisation and microchipping of your cat, you may consider applying for support under the Pet Cat Sterilisation Support Programme. For more information, please visit Pet Cat Sterilisation Support (PCSS) Programme | Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS) (opens in new tab)
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 | Date | Time | Area | Address | Registration |
TP Animal Clinic & Wellness | 3, 7, 12, 17, 21, 24, 28 & 31 August 2026 | Mondays: 02.30PM to 04.00PM Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays: 02.30PM to 03.30PM | Tampines | Temasek Polytechnic, Block 8A, Level 1, Unit 15 21 Tampines Avenue 1 Singapore 529757 | Registration slots have been fully booked! |
Vets for Life Animal Clinic | 4, 5, 7, 11, 12, 14, 18, 25, 27 & 28 August 2026 | 11:00AM to 12:00PM 3.30PM to 4.30PM | Holland | 27A Lor Liput Singapore 277738 | Registration slots have been fully booked! |
* The schedule for the free microchipping events is subjected 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 |
13, 20, 27 & 31 January 2026 | Katong & Holland | Vets for Life Animal Clinic |
28 January 2026 | Springleaf | AVH Animal Ark Veterinary Group |
3 & 10 February 2026 | Holland | Vets for Life Animal Clinic |
4, 11 & 25 February 2026 | Springleaf | AVH Animal Ark Veterinary Group |
20 & 27 February 2026 | Yishun | Genesis Veterinary Clinic |
3, 17 & 31 March 2026 | Holland | Vets for Life Animal Clinic |
10 & 17 March 2026 | Springleaf | AVH Animal Ark Veterinary Group |
13 & 27 March 2026 | Yishun | Gensis Veterinary Clinic |
18 March 2026 | Jurong West | Canopy Veterinary Centre |
29 March 2026 | Henderson-Dawson | Henderson Community Centre |
11 April 2026 | Marsiling | Marsiling Zone 8 Resident Centre |
14, 21 & 28 April 2026 | Holland | Vets For Life Animal Clinic |
17 & 24 April 2026 | Yishun | Genesis Veterinary Clinic |
2, 6, 9, 13 & 16 May 2026 | Bukit Purmei | P.A.W. (People Animal Wellness) Veterinary Centre |
17 May 2026 | Boon Lay | Boon Lay Community Club |
5, 14 & 20 May 2026 | Springleaf | AVH Animal Ark Veterinary Group |
19 & 20 May 2026 | Holland & Jalan Besar | Gaia Veterinary Centre |
8 & 22 May 2026 | Yishun | Genesis Veterinary Clinic |
25 May 2026 | Tampines | TP Animal Clinic & Wellness |
21 June 2026 | Lengkok Bahru | Lengkee Community Club |
10, 17 & 24 June 2026 | Springleaf | AVH Animal Ark Veterinary Group |
16, 17, 18, 23, 24 & 25 June 2026 | Bukit Purmei | P.A.W. (People Animal Wellness) Veterinary Centre |
5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22 & 29 June 2026 | Tampines | TP Animal Clinic & Wellness |
9, 16, 23 & 30 July 2026 | Bukit Purmei | P.A.W. (People Animal Wellness) Veterinary Centre |
6, 13, 15, 17, 22, 24, 27 & 30 July 2026 | Tampines | TP Animal Clinic & Wellness |
15 July 2026 | Springleaf | AVH Animal Ark Veterinary Group |
18 & 19 July 2026 | Geylang | Geylang Serai Community Club |
24 & 25 July 2026 | Alexandra | HortPark |
10 August 2026 | Springleaf | AVH Animal Ark Veterinary Group |
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Resources
Infographic: What is Microchipping? (English) [PDF, 152KB] (opens in new tab)
Infographic: What is Microchipping? (Mandarin) [PDF, 220KB] (opens in new tab)
Infographic: What is Microchipping? (Malay) [PDF, 157KB] (opens in new tab)
Infographic: What is Microchipping? (Tamil) [PDF, 322KB] (opens in new tab)