Bringing a pet to Croatia

Last reviewed October 2, 2026

Croatia applies the EU Pet Travel Scheme for non-commercial dog movement: microchip, rabies vaccination, and an EU pet passport or veterinary certificate are required. Pets from high-risk rabies countries also need a rabies titer test. No routine quarantine applies to compliant pets. Start planning at least 4 months ahead if a titer test is needed.

Requirements for your pet

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

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 EU-recognised veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

Croatia does not have a national breed ban, but some airlines may restrict brachycephalic breeds. Check with your carrier.

Documents checklist

  • EU pet passport or veterinary certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate or proof of microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs only: microchip ~€30-50, health certificate ~€50-150, rabies vaccination ~€20-50. No titer test or quarantine costs apply in this tier. Confirm current prices with your vet.

Pets from EU or listed third countries (e.g., Andorra, San Marino, Vatican) can travel with an EU pet passport. No titer test or quarantine required.

Apply / official dog import page

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 of the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

Croatia does not have a national breed ban, but some airlines may restrict brachycephalic breeds. Check with your carrier.

Documents checklist

  • Veterinary certificate issued by official government veterinarian
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate or proof of microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs only: microchip ~€30-50, health certificate ~€50-150, rabies vaccination ~€20-50. No titer test or quarantine costs apply in this tier. Confirm current prices with your vet.

For non-EU countries with controlled rabies status (e.g., USA, UK, Japan, Australia), a veterinary certificate is required. The certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the government veterinarian.

Apply / official dog import page

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
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian of the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

Croatia does not have a national breed ban, but some airlines may restrict brachycephalic breeds. Check with your carrier.

Documents checklist

  • Veterinary certificate issued by official government veterinarian
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • FAVN rabies titer test result from EU-approved laboratory
  • Microchip certificate or proof of microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs only: microchip ~€30-50, health certificate ~€50-150, rabies vaccination ~€20-50, FAVN titer test ~€100-250. No quarantine fee applies if all requirements are met. Confirm current prices with your vet.

Pets from high-risk rabies countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa) must have a rabies titer test. The test must be done at least 3 months before travel. No quarantine if all requirements are met.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

Up to 5 dogs per traveller may be moved non-commercially. If you bring more than 5, the movement is considered commercial and requires additional veterinary certification and compliance with trade rules.
Yes. Croatia does not exempt emotional support or service dogs from the standard import requirements. All dogs must be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies, and accompanied by the correct documentation.
The rabies titer test (FAVN) is required for dogs coming from high-risk rabies countries. It must be done at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 3 months before travel. The test must be processed in an EU-approved laboratory.
No, there is no quarantine for dogs that meet all entry requirements. If a dog arrives without proper documentation, it may be quarantined at the owner's expense until compliance is achieved.
The veterinary certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel. For travel by sea, the certificate is valid for 48 hours from issuance.
Yes, if you are travelling from an EU country or a listed third country, an EU pet passport is sufficient. The passport must show a valid rabies vaccination.
Dogs must be microchipped with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. If the microchip is not ISO compliant, you must carry a reader.

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

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 of the origin country (or authorised veterinarian for Andorra, San Marino, Vatican City) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • EU pet passport (or equivalent) issued by an authorised veterinarian in the origin country
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing date of vaccination, vaccine batch, and valid-from date (21 days after primary vaccination)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip implantation

Rough budget

Approximate ranges only: microchip €30–50, rabies vaccination €20–40, EU pet passport €20–50, health certificate (if required instead of passport) €50–150. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Croatian Ministry of Agriculture.

Croatia applies the EU Pet Travel Scheme. For cats from Andorra, San Marino, or Vatican City, an EU pet passport or a third-country veterinary certificate is accepted.

Apply / official cat import page

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 of the origin country (e.g., USDA APHIS for the US, DEFRA for the UK, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • EU pet passport (if issued in an EU country) OR third-country veterinary certificate (for non-EU origins)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid from 21 days after primary vaccination)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • For non-EU origins: declaration that the animal is not intended for commercial purposes

Rough budget

Approximate ranges only: microchip €30–50, rabies vaccination €20–40, EU pet passport €20–50 (if applicable), third-country veterinary certificate €100–200, possible endorsement fee €50–100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Croatian Ministry of Agriculture.

Cats from low-risk non-EU countries (e.g., USA, UK, Japan, Australia) may enter Croatia under the EU Pet Travel Scheme. A rabies titer test is not required.

Apply / official cat import page

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
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian of the origin country (e.g., USDA APHIS for the US, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Third-country veterinary certificate (original, endorsed by the official government veterinarian)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid from 21 days after primary vaccination)
  • FAVN rabies titer test result from an EU-approved laboratory (≥0.5 IU/ml)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Declaration that the animal is not intended for commercial purposes

Rough budget

Approximate ranges only: microchip €30–50, rabies vaccination €20–40, FAVN titer test €100–250 (including shipping to an EU-approved lab), third-country veterinary certificate €100–200, endorsement fee €50–100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Croatian Ministry of Agriculture.

Cats from high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East) must have a valid rabies titer test (FAVN) with a result ≥0.5 IU/ml, performed at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 3 months before travel. The third-country veterinary certificate must be endorsed by the official government veterinarian of the origin country.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

A single non-commercial traveller may bring up to 5 cats into Croatia under the EU Pet Travel Scheme. If you bring more than 5, the movement is considered commercial and additional requirements apply, such as an import permit, health certification for trade, and possibly quarantine. For 5 or fewer, the non-commercial rules described above apply.
Yes. Croatia does not exempt emotional support animals or service animals from the standard import requirements. All cats, regardless of their role, must be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies, and accompanied by the correct documentation (EU pet passport or third-country veterinary certificate). There is no waiver for service or assistance animals.
For cats from high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa), a rabies titer test (FAVN) is mandatory. The test must be performed at an EU-approved laboratory at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination, and the result must be ≥0.5 IU/ml. You must wait at least 3 months after the blood draw before the cat can enter Croatia. The test result is valid for the lifetime of the cat as long as rabies vaccinations are kept up to date.
No. Croatia does not impose quarantine on cats entering from any country, provided all import requirements (microchip, rabies vaccination, titer test if applicable, and health certificate) are met. If the requirements are not met, the animal may be quarantined or refused entry at the owner's expense.
A cat must be at least 3 months old to enter Croatia. This is because the rabies vaccination cannot be given before 12 weeks of age, and there is a 21-day waiting period after the primary vaccination before the cat is considered protected. So the earliest a cat can travel is 3 months and 21 days after birth, assuming vaccination on the day it turns 12 weeks.
Yes. Croatia accepts EU pet passports issued by any EU member state. The passport must show a valid rabies vaccination, microchip number, and be issued by an authorised veterinarian. If you are travelling from a non-EU country, you will need a third-country veterinary certificate instead, which must be endorsed by the official government veterinarian of that country.
If the rabies vaccination has expired, your cat will be treated as unvaccinated. You must revaccinate and wait 21 days before travel. For cats from high-risk countries, a new titer test would also be required, and you would need to wait 3 months after the blood draw. Plan ahead to avoid delays.

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

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 of the origin country (or authorised veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • EU pet passport (or equivalent) with rabies vaccination record
  • Microchip certificate (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel (if not using an EU pet passport)
  • Proof of origin (for non-EU free-tier territories)

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €100–200, rabies vaccination €20–50, EU pet passport €20–40. No titer test or quarantine costs apply for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Croatian Veterinary Directorate.

Croatia applies the EU Pet Travel Scheme rules to ferrets (Mustela putorius furo) for non-commercial movement. Free-tier origins (e.g., Andorra, San Marino, Vatican City) are treated as EU-equivalent for pet travel. The ferret must be at least 3 months old at vaccination, and travel is allowed 21 days after the primary rabies vaccination. No titer test or quarantine for this tier.

Apply / official ferret import page

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 of the origin country (or authorised veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • EU pet passport (or equivalent) with rabies vaccination record
  • Microchip certificate (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel (if not using an EU pet passport)
  • Proof of rabies vaccination (valid for at least 21 days and not expired)

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €100–200, rabies vaccination €20–50, EU pet passport €20–40. No titer test or quarantine costs apply for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Croatian Veterinary Directorate.

Low-risk origins include most of Europe, the US, UK, Japan, Australia, etc. Croatia follows the EU Pet Travel Scheme for ferrets. The ferret must be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before travel, and accompanied by a valid health certificate or EU pet passport. No titer test or quarantine is required for this tier.

Apply / official ferret import page

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
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian of the origin country (or authorised veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • EU pet passport (or equivalent) with rabies vaccination record
  • Microchip certificate (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Rabies titer test result from an EU-approved laboratory (≥0.5 IU/ml)
  • Veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Proof of rabies vaccination (valid for at least 21 days and not expired)

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €100–200, rabies vaccination €20–50, FAVN titer test €100–250, EU pet passport €20–40. No quarantine costs apply if all conditions are met. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Croatian Veterinary Directorate.

High-risk origins are those not on the EU's list of third countries with a controlled rabies status. For ferrets from high-risk countries, a rabies titer test (FAVN) is required. The test must be done at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 3 months before travel. No quarantine is required if all conditions are met. The ferret must be at least 3 months old at vaccination.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes. The US is considered a low-risk country for rabies. Your ferret must be microchipped (ISO 11784/11785), vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before travel, and accompanied by a valid EU pet passport or a veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. No titer test or quarantine is required. The ferret must be at least 3 months old at vaccination.
Only if your ferret is coming from a high-risk country for rabies (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East). For low-risk or free-tier origins, no titer test is required. If required, the FAVN test must be done at an EU-approved lab, at least 30 days after vaccination, and at least 3 months before travel, with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml.
Up to 5 ferrets per traveller can be moved under the non-commercial regime, provided they are accompanied by the owner or an authorised person and are not intended for sale or transfer. For more than 5, commercial import rules apply, which require additional permits and veterinary checks.
No. Croatia does not exempt emotional support or service animals from the standard import requirements for ferrets. All ferrets, regardless of their role, must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if applicable) titer test requirements. There is no special exemption for service or emotional support ferrets.
The ferret must be at least 3 months (12 weeks) old at the time of rabies vaccination. Since travel is allowed 21 days after the primary vaccination, the ferret will be at least 15 weeks old at the earliest travel date. There is no separate minimum age for entry beyond this vaccination requirement.
No. Croatia does not impose quarantine on ferrets entering from any country, provided all import requirements (microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and titer test if from a high-risk country) are met. If requirements are not met, the animal may be refused entry or subject to isolation at the owner's expense.
You need: a microchip certificate (ISO 11784/11785), a valid rabies vaccination record (at least 21 days old), and either an EU pet passport or a veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by an official government veterinarian. If coming from a high-risk country, also a rabies titer test result from an EU-approved lab. No import permit is required for non-commercial movement of up to 5 ferrets.

Good to know

Croatia applies EU-wide rules for non-commercial movement of pets. The origin country's rabies status determines whether a titer test is required. Commercial movements (more than 5 pets, or pets for sale) require additional veterinary certification and may be subject to different rules.

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 Croatia, 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 Croatia's official veterinary/agriculture authority and your airline before travelling.