Bringing a pet to Czech Republic

Last reviewed October 2, 2026

The Czech Republic applies the EU Pet Travel Scheme, so rules are strict but predictable: dogs must be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies, and accompanied by an EU pet passport or EU health certificate. No routine quarantine applies to compliant animals. Requirements differ by the origin country's rabies status: high-risk origins need a rabies titer test and a 90-day wait, while EU/EEA and listed low-risk origins generally do not.

Requirements for your pet

Showing requirements for a dog travelling from United States to Czech Republic.

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 or an authorised veterinarian issuing an EU pet passport or EU health certificate · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

The Czech Republic does not ban specific dog breeds at the national level. However, some airlines and transport carriers restrict brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds such as pugs, bulldogs, and boxers, especially in cargo. Check with your airline before booking.

Documents checklist

  • EU pet passport or EU health certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (date, vaccine batch, valid from date)
  • Microchip certificate or recorded microchip number
  • Owner's declaration for non-commercial movement if applicable

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~€30–60, rabies vaccination ~€20–50, EU pet passport or health certificate ~€50–150. No titer test or permit is required for this tier. Confirm current prices with your vet and the Czech State Veterinary Administration.

For EU/EEA and listed third-country origins, an EU pet passport is sufficient. The pet must be microchipped before or at the time of rabies vaccination; if vaccinated before chipping, the vaccination is invalid and must be repeated.

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, endorsing an EU health certificate · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

The Czech Republic does not ban specific dog breeds at the national level. However, some airlines and transport carriers restrict brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds such as pugs, bulldogs, and boxers, especially in cargo. Check with your airline before booking.

Documents checklist

  • EU health certificate endorsed by the origin country's competent authority
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate or recorded microchip number
  • Owner's declaration for non-commercial movement

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~€30–60, rabies vaccination ~€20–50, EU health certificate and endorsement ~€100–250. No titer test or permit is required for this tier. Confirm current prices with your vet and the Czech State Veterinary Administration.

The EU health certificate must be issued within 10 days before arrival and endorsed by the origin country's official veterinary authority. The rabies vaccination must be valid for the entire travel period.

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, endorsing an EU health certificate · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

The Czech Republic does not ban specific dog breeds at the national level. However, some airlines and transport carriers restrict brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds such as pugs, bulldogs, and boxers, especially in cargo. Check with your airline before booking.

Documents checklist

  • EU health certificate endorsed by the origin country's competent authority
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • FAVN/RFFIT titer test result from an EU-approved laboratory
  • Microchip certificate or recorded microchip number
  • Owner's declaration for non-commercial movement

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~€30–60, rabies vaccination ~€20–50, FAVN titer test ~€100–250, EU health certificate and endorsement ~€100–250. No import permit is required for this tier. Confirm current prices with your vet and the Czech State Veterinary Administration.

The 90-day wait after a successful titer test applies unless the animal was vaccinated and tested in an EU/listed country before travelling to the high-risk country. If the titer test is not done or fails, the animal may be quarantined or returned at the owner's expense.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

You can bring up to 5 dogs per traveller under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 5, the movement is treated as commercial and requires additional veterinary certification and possibly an import licence. The 5-pet limit applies per traveller, not per vehicle or family.
It depends on where you are travelling from. Dogs from EU/EEA countries and listed low-risk third countries do not need a titer test. Dogs from high-risk countries (e.g. Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East) must have a FAVN or RFFIT test done at an EU-approved laboratory at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 90 days before arrival.
No, there is no routine quarantine for dogs that meet all entry requirements (microchip, valid rabies vaccination, and correct documentation). If a dog arrives without proper documents, the authorities may order quarantine, return, or euthanasia at the owner's expense.
You need a microchip (ISO 11784/11785), a valid rabies vaccination certificate, and either an EU pet passport (for EU/EEA origins) or an EU health certificate endorsed by the origin country's official veterinarian (for non-EU origins). The health certificate must be issued within 10 days before arrival. High-risk origins also need a FAVN titer test result.
No. The Czech Republic does not exempt emotional support animals or service dogs from the standard import requirements. Your dog must be microchipped, rabies-vaccinated, and have the correct health certificate or pet passport regardless of its service status. Some airlines may allow service dogs in the cabin, but that is separate from border veterinary rules.
Start at least 4 months before travel if you are coming from a high-risk country: microchip, rabies vaccination, then wait 30 days, then titer test, then wait 90 days before arrival. From low-risk or EU countries, start at least 1–2 months ahead to allow for vaccination validity (21 days after primary vaccination) and health certificate issuance within 10 days of travel.
Yes. An EU pet passport issued in any EU/EEA country is accepted for entry into the Czech Republic, provided the microchip and rabies vaccination are valid and recorded. No additional health certificate is needed for intra-EU travel.

Showing requirements for a cat travelling from United States to Czech Republic.

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 an authorised veterinarian for Andorra, San Marino, Vatican City) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

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 documented microchip number

Rough budget

Rough estimates only: microchip €30–50, rabies vaccination €20–50, EU pet passport €20–40, health certificate (if required) €50–150. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Czech State Veterinary Administration (SVS).

Andorra, San Marino, and Vatican City are treated as EU-equivalent for pet movement. A cat with a valid EU pet passport and current rabies vaccination can enter without a separate health certificate. The microchip must be implanted before or at the same time as the rabies vaccination for the vaccination to be valid.

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-accredited vet for the US, DEFRA-authorised vet for the UK, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • EU health certificate for non-commercial movement of pets (or EU pet passport if issued in an EU country)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid from 21 days after primary vaccination)
  • Microchip certificate or documented microchip number
  • Signed declaration that the movement is non-commercial

Rough budget

Rough estimates only: microchip €30–50, rabies vaccination €20–50, EU health certificate €100–200, possible endorsement fee €50–100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Czech State Veterinary Administration (SVS).

For non-EU low-risk countries (e.g., US, UK, Japan, Australia), the cat must be accompanied by an EU health certificate issued by an official government veterinarian within 10 days of travel. The certificate must be in English and Czech or accompanied by a certified translation. The cat must be identified by an ISO 11784/11785 microchip implanted before or at the time of rabies vaccination.

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 · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • EU health certificate for non-commercial movement of pets
  • 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 documented microchip number
  • Signed declaration that the movement is non-commercial

Rough budget

Rough estimates only: microchip €30–50, rabies vaccination €20–50, FAVN titer test €100–250, EU health certificate €100–200, possible courier/lab fees €50–100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Czech State Veterinary Administration (SVS).

For high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East), a rabies titer test is mandatory. The cat must be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies, then blood-sampled at least 30 days after vaccination. The 90-day waiting period starts from the date the blood sample was taken. If the cat has a documented history of rabies vaccinations without gaps and a previous valid titer test, the 90-day wait may not apply — but this is assessed case-by-case by the SVS. No quarantine is required if all conditions are met.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Czech Republic follows EU rules: a single traveller may bring up to 5 pets (cats, dogs, ferrets) as a non-commercial movement. If you bring more than 5, the movement is considered commercial and requires additional veterinary certification and possibly an import licence. For 6 or more pets, contact the Czech State Veterinary Administration (SVS) in advance.
No. Czech Republic does not exempt emotional support animals or service animals from standard pet import rules. All cats, regardless of their role, must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate requirements. Service animals may be allowed in the cabin under airline rules, but border veterinary checks still apply.
A kitten must be at least 12 weeks (3 months) old to receive a valid rabies vaccination. Since the vaccination is valid only 21 days after the primary dose, the kitten must be at least 15 weeks (about 3.5 months) old at the time of entry. There is no separate minimum age for import, but the rabies vaccination timeline effectively sets the minimum.
No. The United States is considered a low-risk country for rabies. A cat from the US needs a microchip, a current rabies vaccination (at least 21 days old), and an EU health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. No titer test or quarantine is required.
If your cat has a non-ISO microchip (e.g., a 9-digit or 10-digit chip used in some countries), you must bring your own microchip reader to the border. Czech authorities may not have a reader for non-ISO chips. Alternatively, you can have an ISO-compliant microchip implanted before travel, but the rabies vaccination must be given after or at the same time as the new microchip to be valid.
No. The rabies vaccination must be current at the time of entry. If the vaccination has expired, the cat must be revaccinated and wait 21 days before travel. For high-risk countries, if the vaccination gap is more than a few days, a new titer test and 90-day wait may be required. Plan ahead — do not let the vaccination lapse.
No advance notification or import permit is required for a non-commercial movement of up to 5 cats from any country, provided all health requirements are met. However, you must present the pet and documents at the point of entry (e.g., Prague Václav Havel Airport) for a veterinary check. For commercial movements or more than 5 pets, contact the SVS in advance.

Showing requirements for a ferret travelling from United States to Czech Republic.

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 an 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 third-country veterinary certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, in-date)
  • Microchip implantation record (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify locally. Microchip ~€30–50, rabies vaccination ~€20–50, health certificate/endorsement ~€50–150. No titer test or import permit fee for this tier. Confirm current prices with your vet and the Czech State Veterinary Administration (SVS).

Ferrets are listed in Annex I of EU Regulation 998/2013. From an EU-equivalent 'free' origin, a valid EU pet passport issued by an authorised vet is sufficient. The ferret must be at least 3 months old, microchipped, and vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before travel. No titer test, no permit, no quarantine. The 21-day wait does not apply to a booster given before the previous vaccination expired.

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 an 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 third-country veterinary certificate (Annex IV, Regulation 577/2013)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, in-date)
  • Microchip implantation record (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Declaration of non-commercial movement (signed by owner)

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify locally. Microchip ~€30–50, rabies vaccination ~€20–50, health certificate/endorsement ~€50–150. No titer test or import permit fee for this tier. Confirm current prices with your vet and the Czech SVS.

For low-risk (non-EU but controlled rabies status) origins, a third-country veterinary certificate in the EU format is required, endorsed by the origin's competent authority within 10 days of travel. Ferrets must be microchipped, rabies-vaccinated at ≥12 weeks, and travel ≥21 days after the primary vaccination. No titer test, no permit, no quarantine. The certificate must be accompanied by proof of rabies vaccination and microchip.

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 an authorised veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • EU import permit (issued by the Czech State Veterinary Administration)
  • Third-country veterinary certificate (Annex IV, Regulation 577/2013)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, in-date)
  • FAVN/RFFIT titer test result from an EU-approved laboratory
  • Microchip implantation record (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Declaration of non-commercial movement (signed by owner)

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify locally. Microchip ~€30–50, rabies vaccination ~€20–50, FAVN titer test ~€100–250, health certificate/endorsement ~€50–150, import permit fee ~€50–100. Confirm current prices with your vet and the Czech SVS.

For high-risk origins (CDC-flagged high-risk for dog rabies), a rabies titer test is mandatory. The ferret must be microchipped, vaccinated at ≥12 weeks, then blood-sampled at least 30 days later; entry is allowed only 90 days after the successful titer test. An import permit from the Czech SVS is required before travel. No quarantine is imposed if all conditions are met. If the titer test fails or is not done, the animal may be quarantined or refused entry.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Czech rules follow EU Regulation 998/2013: non-commercial movement is limited to a maximum of 5 pet animals (ferrets included) per traveller. If you bring more than 5, the movement is considered commercial and requires full veterinary certification for trade, including an import permit and compliance with intra-EU trade rules. There is no minimum number, but each ferret must individually meet microchip, vaccination, and documentation requirements.
No. The Czech Republic does not exempt emotional support animals or service animals from the standard import requirements for ferrets. All ferrets entering the country must comply with microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if applicable) titer test and permit rules. There is no legal category for 'service ferret' that bypasses these veterinary conditions.
A ferret must be at least 3 months (12 weeks) old to be vaccinated against rabies, and it must be at least 21 days past the primary vaccination before travel. In practice, the youngest a ferret can enter is about 15–16 weeks (3 months + 21 days). For high-risk origins, add the titer test timeline: blood sample at least 30 days after vaccination, then a 90-day wait, so the ferret would be at least 7 months old.
It depends on the origin country. From EU-equivalent 'free' origins and most 'low-risk' countries (e.g., USA, UK, Japan, Australia), no titer test is required. From 'high-risk' countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East), a FAVN or RFFIT test at an EU-approved laboratory is mandatory. The blood must be drawn at least 30 days after vaccination, and entry is allowed only 90 days after the successful test result.
Only for high-risk origins. Ferrets from EU-equivalent 'free' countries and most 'low-risk' countries do not need an import permit. Ferrets from high-risk countries require a permit issued by the Czech State Veterinary Administration (SVS) before travel. Apply well in advance — processing can take several weeks.
For non-EU origins, you need a third-country veterinary certificate in the EU format (Annex IV of Regulation 577/2013), issued by an official government veterinarian or an authorised veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority. The certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel. For EU origins, a valid EU pet passport replaces the certificate. The certificate must confirm microchip number, rabies vaccination date, and (if applicable) titer test result.
No quarantine is required if all entry conditions are met: microchip, valid rabies vaccination, health certificate, and — for high-risk origins — a passing titer test and import permit. If the ferret arrives without the required titer test or permit, the Czech authorities may order quarantine at the owner's expense or refuse entry. There is no routine quarantine for compliant ferrets.

Good to know

The Czech Republic applies the EU Pet Travel Scheme. Non-commercial movement of dogs, cats, and ferrets is capped at 5 animals per traveller; above that, commercial import rules apply. The State Veterinary Administration (SVS) is the competent authority. EU pet passports are accepted from EU/EEA countries; pets from non-EU countries need an EU health certificate issued by an official veterinarian in the origin country and endorsed by the competent authority.

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