ANIMAL & VETERINARY SERVICE (AVS)
ANIMAL & VETERINARY SERVICE issues 15 business licences and permits in Singapore. Each one below targets a specific industry, activity, or premises type — click through for the full reference: validity, processing time, prerequisites, and which SSIC industry codes it applies to.
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All AVS licences
Certificate of Freedom From Disease Within Singapore
The Certificate of Freedom From Disease Within Singapore is issued by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) for exporters of animal and bird products. This certificate verifies that Singapore is free from specific animal diseases, facilitating international trade. Validity is by consignments, with processing typically completed in 2 working days.
Free Sale Certificate (Non Food Producing Animal Feed)
The Free Sale Certificate (Non Food Producing Animal Feed) is issued by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for exporters of animal feed products intended for non-food producing animals. The certificate is valid for 1 year, with processing typically completed in 2 working days.
Free Sale Certificate (Vaccine)
The Free Sale Certificate for Vaccine is issued by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for exporters seeking endorsement for vaccines intended for export. Validity is per request, with processing typically completed in 2 working days.
Health Certificate for Export of Ornamental Fish
The Health Certificate for Export of Ornamental Fish is issued by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for the export of ornamental fish. This certificate is valid per consignment and processing typically takes 1 working day.
Licence for Animal Exhibition
The Licence for Animal Exhibition is required by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for businesses that wish to conduct animal exhibitions. The licence is valid for 1 year, with processing typically completed in 4 working days after all documents are submitted and a site inspection is passed.
Licence for Animal Research Facility
The Licence for Animal Research Facility is required by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for facilities conducting research involving animals. It is valid for 1 year, with processing typically completed in 21 working days.
Licence for Pet Shop
The Licence for Pet Shop is required by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for businesses intending to operate a pet shop. The licence is valid for 1 year, with processing typically completed in 3 working days after all documents are submitted, the licence fee is paid, and the interview and site inspection are passed.
Licence for Veterinary Centre
The Licence for Veterinary Centre is required by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for businesses operating veterinary clinics. This licence is valid for 1 year, with processing typically completed in 21 days.
Licence to Import or Export Ornamental Fish
The Licence to Import or Export Ornamental Fish is issued by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for businesses engaged in the import or export of ornamental fish. This licence is valid for 1 year, with processing typically completed in 10 working days.
Licence to Import/Export/Transship Non-Food Animals, Birds, Eggs and Biologics
The Licence to Import/Export/Transship Non-Food Animals, Birds, Eggs and Biologics is issued by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore. It is required for businesses involved in the import, export, or transshipment of these items. The licence is valid for 90 days, with processing times varying from 1 to 3 working days depending on the type of product.
Licence to Manufacture and Process Feed for Non-food Producing Animals
The Licence to Manufacture and Process Feed for Non-food Producing Animals is required by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for businesses involved in the production of animal feed. This licence is valid for one year and processing typically takes 21 working days.
Licence to Possess Veterinary Biologics
The Licence to Possess Veterinary Biologics is required by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for entities handling veterinary biologics. This licence is valid for 1 year, with processing typically completed in 21 working days.
Licence To Treat Animals and Birds
The Licence to Treat Animals and Birds is required by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for individuals wishing to provide veterinary services. The licence is valid for 2 years and processing typically takes 21 days.
Registration to Import Live Frogs for Ornamental Fish Feeding Only
The Registration to Import Live Frogs for Ornamental Fish Feeding Only is issued by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore. This registration allows importers to bring in live frogs specifically for feeding ornamental fish. It is valid for 1 year, with processing typically completed in 1 day.
Veterinary Certificate for Non-Food Animals
The Veterinary Certificate for Non-Food Animals is issued by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for the movement or export of non-food animals. It is valid for 7 days, with processing typically completed in 2 working days.