Fines of up to S$5,000 can be imposed on individuals who keep unlicensed cats. This penalty is part of the regulations under the Animals and Birds Act. A significant number of pet cats, over 111,000, have been licensed.

The licensing process is subject to certain limits, including the number of cats allowed in different types of homes.

Further information on the rules and licensing requirements is available, including details on the transition period that has now ended.