Bringing a pet to Denmark

Last reviewed July 2, 2026

Denmark enforces strict, origin-dependent entry rules for dogs, cats, and ferrets. Pets from EU-listed low-risk countries need only an EU pet passport and microchip, while those from high-risk third countries require a rabies titer test and a 120-day waiting period. There is no routine quarantine for compliant pets, but non-compliant animals may be quarantined or returned.

Requirements for your pet

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

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

Breed restrictions

Denmark has a breed-specific ban on the following dogs: Pit Bull Terrier, Tosa Inu, American Staffordshire Terrier, Fila Brasileiro, Dogo Argentino, and any crossbreed with these. Additionally, some airlines may have restrictions on brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs) due to health risks during air travel. Check with your airline for specific policies.

Documents checklist

  • Valid EU pet passport or third-country health certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing microchip number and vaccination date
  • Proof of microchip implantation (if not on same document)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration.

For pets from EU-equivalent countries (Andorra, San Marino, Vatican, etc.), an EU pet passport issued by an authorized veterinarian is sufficient. No additional waiting period beyond the 21-day rabies vaccine wait.

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 or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

Denmark has a breed-specific ban on the following dogs: Pit Bull Terrier, Tosa Inu, American Staffordshire Terrier, Fila Brasileiro, Dogo Argentino, and any crossbreed with these. Additionally, some airlines may have restrictions on brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs) due to health risks during air travel. Check with your airline for specific policies.

Documents checklist

  • Valid third-country health certificate (model Annex IV of EU Reg 577/2013)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing microchip number and vaccination date
  • Proof of microchip implantation (if not on same document)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration.

Pets from low-risk non-EU countries (e.g., USA, UK, Japan) must enter through a designated Traveller's Point of Entry (TPE) and have the health certificate endorsed by the competent authority of the origin country. The 21-day wait applies after the primary rabies vaccination.

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 30+ days before travel
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian in the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Breed restrictions

Denmark has a breed-specific ban on the following dogs: Pit Bull Terrier, Tosa Inu, American Staffordshire Terrier, Fila Brasileiro, Dogo Argentino, and any crossbreed with these. Additionally, some airlines may have restrictions on brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs) due to health risks during air travel. Check with your airline for specific policies.

Documents checklist

  • Valid third-country health certificate (model Annex IV of EU Reg 577/2013)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing microchip number and vaccination date
  • Proof of microchip implantation (if not on same document)
  • Rabies titer test (FAVN) certificate from an EU-approved laboratory
  • Import permit issued by the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fees may apply. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration.

Dogs from high-risk rabies countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East) must complete a rabies titer test and obtain an import permit. The 21-day wait after the titer test result is also required before travel. No quarantine upon arrival if all conditions are met.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, if your dog is coming from a low-risk non-EU country (e.g., USA, UK, Japan) and has a valid rabies vaccination with a 21-day wait, no titer test is needed. A titer test is only required for dogs from high-risk rabies countries.
You may bring up to 5 dogs per person under the non-commercial pet travel rules. If you bring more than 5, the movement is considered commercial and must comply with EU animal health trade regulations, including additional paperwork and possible quarantine.
No, an EU pet passport issued by an authorized veterinarian is sufficient for dogs from EU countries. A health certificate is only required for dogs from non-EU countries.
No, Denmark does not grant any exemptions for emotional support or service dogs. They must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, and documentation requirements as any other pet dog. No special permits or waivers are available.
You must bring your own ISO-compatible microchip reader to the border, as Danish authorities will not provide one. Alternatively, have your dog re-microchipped with an ISO chip before travel. Non-ISO chips may result in entry refusal.
Yes, but the puppy must be at least 12 weeks old to receive a rabies vaccination, and then you must wait 21 days before travel. Puppies under 12 weeks cannot be vaccinated and therefore cannot enter Denmark unless they are from an EU country and have an EU pet passport with no rabies requirement (only for puppies under 12 weeks from EU countries). For non-EU origins, the minimum age is effectively 15 weeks (12 weeks + 21 days wait).
No, Denmark does not require tapeworm treatment for dogs entering the country. This requirement applies to the UK, Ireland, Malta, and Finland, but not Denmark.

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

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

Documents checklist

  • EU Pet Passport or third-country official health certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, EU pet passport ~$50-100 if issued in EU. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (Fødevarestyrelsen).

Pets from Andorra, San Marino, Vatican, Monaco, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Iceland, Faroe Islands, and Greenland are treated as EU-equivalent. No titer test or import permit needed.

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

  • Official third-country health certificate (Annex IV of EU Reg 577/2013)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, USDA endorsement ~$38-121 if from US. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (Fødevarestyrelsen).

Includes UK, US, Japan, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and most European countries not in the 'free' list. No titer test or import permit needed.

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
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Documents checklist

  • Import permit from the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration
  • Official third-country health certificate (Annex IV of EU Reg 577/2013)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • FAVN titer test result
  • Microchip certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fee ~$50-100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (Fødevarestyrelsen).

Titer test must be performed at an EU-approved laboratory. The 3-month waiting period after blood sampling applies. No quarantine upon arrival if all conditions met.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes. For cats from high-risk countries, a FAVN titer test is mandatory. The blood sample must be taken at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination and at least 3 months before travel. The result must show at least 0.5 IU/mL. The test must be done at an EU-approved laboratory.
You may bring up to 5 cats or dogs total as a non-commercial traveller. If you bring more than 5, commercial import rules apply, which require additional documentation and fees. This limit applies to the combined number of dogs and cats.
No. Denmark does not exempt emotional support or service animals from standard EU pet import rules. Your cat must meet all microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and titer test requirements (if applicable) regardless of its role.
Yes, many airlines allow cats in the cabin if the carrier fits under the seat. Weight limits vary by airline (typically up to 8 kg including carrier). Check with your specific airline for their policy. Brachycephalic breeds (e.g. Persians) may face additional restrictions on some carriers.
The rabies vaccination must be valid on the day of travel. If it expires, you need a booster and must wait 21 days after the booster before entering Denmark. The microchip must be implanted before the vaccination.
No. If your cat has a valid EU Pet Passport issued in an EU country, no separate health certificate is needed. The passport itself serves as the health document. For non-EU countries, an official third-country health certificate is required.
No. The minimum age for rabies vaccination is 12 weeks, and you must wait 21 days after vaccination before travel. Therefore, a kitten must be at least 15 weeks old to enter Denmark. No exceptions for younger kittens.

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

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 date of vaccination and microchip number)
  • EU Animal Health Certificate (Annex IV, Part A) or equivalent, issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip proof (date of implantation, ISO 11784/11785 compliant)
  • Valid pet passport (if from EU/EEA)

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 Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (Fødevarestyrelsen).

Ferrets from rabies-free territories (e.g. Andorra, San Marino, Vatican) follow the same rules as EU-origin pets. No titer test or import permit needed.

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 or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (showing date of vaccination and microchip number)
  • EU Animal Health Certificate (Annex IV, Part A) or equivalent, issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by competent authority in origin country (e.g. USDA APHIS for US)
  • Microchip proof (date of implantation, ISO 11784/11785 compliant)
  • Valid pet passport (if from EU/EEA)

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 Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (Fødevarestyrelsen).

Ferrets from low-risk countries (e.g. USA, UK, Japan, Australia) follow standard EU non-commercial rules. No titer test or import permit required.

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 30+ days before travel
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (showing date of vaccination and microchip number)
  • EU Animal Health Certificate (Annex IV, Part B) or equivalent, issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by competent authority in origin country
  • Microchip proof (date of implantation, ISO 11784/11785 compliant)
  • Rabies titer test (FAVN) certificate from EU-approved lab (showing at least 0.5 IU/ml)
  • Import permit from the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (Fødevarestyrelsen)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fee ~$50-100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (Fødevarestyrelsen).

Ferrets from high-risk countries (e.g. Thailand, Russia, India) require a rabies titer test and an import permit. The 21-day wait after vaccination still applies. No quarantine upon arrival if all documents are in order.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, all ferrets entering Denmark must have a valid rabies vaccination. The vaccine must be given at least 21 days before travel, and the ferret must be at least 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination.
Yes, if your ferret originates from a high-risk country (e.g., Thailand, Russia, India), a rabies titer test (FAVN) is mandatory. The blood sample must be taken at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination, and the result must show at least 0.5 IU/ml. The test must be done at an EU-approved laboratory.
Under EU rules, non-commercial travellers may bring up to 5 pets (including ferrets) into Denmark without triggering commercial import requirements. If you bring more than 5, you must comply with commercial rules, which include additional paperwork and fees.
No. An import permit is only required for ferrets arriving from high-risk rabies countries. For ferrets from free or low-risk countries, no import permit is needed — just the standard EU health certificate and rabies vaccination proof.
No. Denmark does not grant any exemptions for emotional support or service ferrets. All ferrets must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if applicable) titer test and import permit requirements.
The EU Animal Health Certificate for non-commercial pet travel is valid for 10 days from the date of issue by the official veterinarian. It must be endorsed by the competent authority in the origin country (e.g., USDA APHIS for the US) before travel.
No. Ferrets must be at least 12 weeks old to receive a rabies vaccination, and the vaccination is mandatory. Therefore, a ferret younger than 12 weeks cannot meet the entry requirements and cannot be brought into Denmark.

Good to know

All pets must be microchipped with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant chip before rabies vaccination. Tapeworm treatment is required for dogs entering Denmark, but not for cats or ferrets.

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