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Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS)

Importing amphibians and reptiles

How to import amphibians and reptiles

Last updated 4 February 2026

Use our live chat service (click the Ask AVS button on the bottom right) for real-time responses to questions related to imports, exports and permits of pets.

Amphibians and reptiles generally cannot be imported as pets. 

The only reptiles you are allowed to bring into Singapore as pets are the Red-Eared Slider (Trachemys scripta elegans) and Malayan box turtle (Cuora amboinensis). 

Importing amphibians and reptiles 

If you wish to bring red-eared sliders into Singapore as pets, you will first need a letter of authorisation from us. This letter is required for both commercial and personal imports. 

To apply for this letter, download, complete, and mail the application form to us.