Bringing a pet to Armenia

Last reviewed July 2, 2026

Armenia's pet import rules are moderately strict and depend on where your pet is travelling from—higher-risk origins face additional requirements like a rabies antibody titre test and a longer waiting period. There is no general quarantine for compliant pets, but all animals need a microchip, rabies vaccination, and an official health certificate. Plan ahead, especially if coming from a rabies-controlled or high-risk country, as processing can take weeks.

Requirements for your pet

Showing requirements for a dog travelling from United States to Armenia.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (showing vaccine administered at least 21 days before travel and dog at least 12 weeks old at time of vaccination)
  • Health certificate (issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by official government veterinarian)
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant, or bring own scanner if non-ISO)

Rough budget

Microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, rabies vaccine ~$20–50 — confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

No additional requirements for dogs from rabies-free countries.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (showing vaccine administered at least 21 days before travel and dog at least 12 weeks old at time of vaccination)
  • Health certificate (issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by official government veterinarian)
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant, or bring own scanner if non-ISO)

Rough budget

Microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, rabies vaccine ~$20–50 — confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

No additional requirements for dogs from low-risk countries.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (showing vaccine administered at least 21 days before travel and dog at least 12 weeks old at time of vaccination)
  • Health certificate (issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by official government veterinarian)
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant, or bring own scanner if non-ISO)

Rough budget

Microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, rabies vaccine ~$20–50 — confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

No additional requirements for dogs from high-risk countries.

Frequently asked questions

No. Armenia does not require a rabies titer (FAVN) test for dogs from any country.
No. There is no mandatory quarantine for dogs arriving in Armenia, provided they have a valid rabies vaccination and health certificate.
Armenia does not set a specific limit for non-commercial pet travel. However, if you bring more than 5 dogs, customs may treat the shipment as commercial, requiring additional documentation and potential duties. Check with the Armenian State Service for Food Safety for guidance.
No. Armenia does not exempt emotional support or service dogs from standard import requirements. They must still have a microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate. No special documentation for service animals is recognised.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of the dog's arrival in Armenia. It should be endorsed by an official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA in the US, DEFRA in the UK).
Yes, but the puppy must be at least 12 weeks old to receive a rabies vaccination, and the 21-day waiting period after vaccination applies. If the puppy is younger than 12 weeks, it cannot be vaccinated and may be refused entry. Check with the Armenian State Service for Food Safety for exceptions.
Armenia requires an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. If your dog has a non-ISO chip, you must bring your own compatible scanner to the border, or have the dog re-chipped with an ISO chip before travel.

Showing requirements for a cat travelling from United States to Armenia.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate (EU Annex IV or equivalent)
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. No import permit fee. Confirm with Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate (SSCA) before travel.

Armenia accepts EU-style pet passports from EU/EEA countries. No quarantine for cats from rabies-free origins.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate (endorsed by origin country's competent authority)
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. No import permit fee. Confirm with Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate (SSCA) before travel.

No rabies titer test or quarantine required for low-risk origins. Health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Required
Blood draw 90+ days before travel
Quarantine
30 days
Mandatory quarantine at a government-approved facility in Armenia. Owner pays all costs. Quarantine period may be reduced if titer test results are satisfactory and pet shows no signs of disease.
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 4 months

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate (endorsed by origin country's competent authority)
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)
  • FAVN titer test result (≥0.5 IU/mL)
  • Import permit from Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate (SSCA)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fee ~$50-100, quarantine costs ~$10-30/day. Confirm with Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate (SSCA) before travel.

Import permit must be obtained at least 30 days before travel. Quarantine is strictly enforced for high-risk origins. Titer test must be from an approved lab.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Armenia generally allows up to 5 cats per person under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 5, commercial import regulations apply, which may require additional permits, customs declarations, and potential duties. Always confirm with the Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate (SSCA) before travel.
No. Armenia does not have a separate category for emotional support animals or service cats. All cats entering the country must follow the same import requirements based on their origin country's rabies risk tier. No exemptions are granted for ESAs or service animals.
If your cat's rabies vaccination expires while in Armenia, you must get it revaccinated by a local veterinarian. The new vaccine must be administered at least 21 days before any future travel out of Armenia. Keep the updated certificate for re-entry or onward travel.
No, Armenia does not impose any breed-specific bans or restrictions on cats. However, some airlines may have restrictions on brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds like Persians or Exotic Shorthairs due to health risks during air travel. Check with your airline before booking.
Yes, many airlines allow cats in the cabin if they are in an approved carrier that fits under the seat. Weight and size limits vary by airline (typically up to 8 kg including carrier). You must have all required documents ready for inspection at Armenian customs. Confirm with your airline at least 48 hours before departure.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival in Armenia. It must be endorsed by an official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA in the US, DEFRA in the UK). If your travel is delayed, you may need a new certificate.
Yes. If your cat originates from a high-risk rabies country, you must obtain an import permit from the Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate (SSCA) at least 30 days before travel. The permit application typically requires proof of microchip, rabies vaccination, and FAVN titer test results. No permit is needed for free or low-risk origins.

Showing requirements for a ferret travelling from United States to Armenia.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (showing vaccine administered at least 21 days before travel and after 12 weeks of age)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by official government veterinarian of origin country
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant)

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate.

No import permit needed for ferrets from rabies-free origins.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (showing vaccine administered at least 21 days before travel and after 12 weeks of age)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by official government veterinarian of origin country
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant)

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate.

No import permit needed for ferrets from low-risk origins.

Microchip
Required
ISO 11784/11785
Rabies vaccine
Required
From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel
Rabies titer test (FAVN)
Required
Blood draw 30+ days before travel
Quarantine
30 days
Mandatory 30-day quarantine at a government-approved facility in Armenia. Owner pays all costs.
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (showing vaccine administered at least 21 days before travel and after 12 weeks of age)
  • FAVN titer test result (≥0.5 IU/mL, performed at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 30 days before travel)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by official government veterinarian of origin country
  • Import permit from Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate (apply at least 30 days before travel)
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant)

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fees ~$50-100, quarantine costs ~$200-500. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate.

Ferrets from high-risk rabies countries face stricter requirements including FAVN test, import permit, and 30-day quarantine.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes. All ferrets entering Armenia must have a valid rabies vaccination administered at least 21 days before travel. The vaccine must be given after the ferret is 12 weeks old.
No. FAVN tests are only required for ferrets arriving from high-risk rabies countries. If your ferret comes from the US, EU, UK, Japan, Australia, or similar low-risk origins, no titer test is needed.
Armenia generally allows up to 5 pets per non-commercial traveller. If you bring more than 5, commercial import rules apply, which may require additional permits and inspections.
Yes. Ferrets from high-risk rabies countries need an import permit from the Armenian Food Safety Inspectorate. Apply at least 30 days before travel. No permit is needed for ferrets from free or low-risk origins.
No. Armenia does not exempt emotional support or service animals from standard import requirements. Your ferret must meet all microchip, vaccination, health certificate, and any other applicable rules regardless of its role.
Ferrets from high-risk rabies countries must undergo a 30-day quarantine at a government-approved facility in Armenia. The owner pays all costs. No quarantine is required for ferrets from free or low-risk origins.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of the ferret's arrival in Armenia. It must be endorsed by an official government veterinarian in the origin country.

Good to know

All pets must be microchipped with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant chip before rabies vaccination. If the microchip is not ISO-compliant, you must bring your own scanner. The rabies vaccination must be administered at least 21 days before travel, and for pets from high-risk countries, a rabies neutralising antibody titre test (≥0.5 IU/ml) is required at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 3 months before entry.

Airline rules & connecting flights

Government import rules are only half the picture — your airline sets its own pet policy on top of them: whether your petcan fly in the cabin at all, size/weight limits for the carrier, breed embargoes (many airlines refuse brachycephalic breeds like bulldogs and pugs in cargo), and seasonal heat restrictions. Check your specific airline's pet policy before booking — see IATA's Traveler's Pet Corner .

If your flight has a layover, the transit country can have its own pet rules — sometimes these apply even if you never leave the airport. If you're transiting through another country on the way to Armenia, check that country's pet-entry/transit rules separately (search "pets" on this site for that country too).

For guidance only. Pet import rules change without notice and a wrong step can mean quarantine or a refused entry for your animal — always confirm current requirements with Armenia's official veterinary/agriculture authority and your airline before travelling.