Bringing a pet to Fiji

Last reviewed October 2, 2026

Fiji runs a strict, permit-first pet import system. Dogs from most origins must enter the government's Koronivia quarantine station near Suva, and the required stay depends on the origin country's rabies status and the dog's vaccination and titer history. Australia and New Zealand face a lighter process than the US, Europe, or rabies-endemic countries. Start months ahead: the import permit can take weeks, and no dog is released without a valid permit, a health certificate, and a booked quarantine slot.

Requirements for your pet

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

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 accredited private veterinarian endorsed by the origin country's competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Breed restrictions

Fiji does not maintain a national breed ban for dogs, but BAF and the Koronivia quarantine station may refuse or restrict dogs classed as dangerous breeds (e.g. Pit Bull Terrier types, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Japanese Tosa) on a case-by-case basis. Airlines flying to Nadi and Suva commonly refuse brachycephalic breeds (Pugs, Bulldogs, Boxers, Boston Terriers, Shih Tzus, Persian-type cats) in cargo, especially in the hot season — check with the carrier before booking.

Documents checklist

  • Fiji Biosecurity Authority import permit
  • ISO microchip certificate / record
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (inactivated vaccine, valid 12 months)
  • Combined distemper/hepatitis/parvovirus/leptospirosis vaccination certificate
  • Government-endorsed veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of departure
  • Proof of origin (export certificate or residency declaration)

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify with BAF and your vet: import permit ~FJD 50–150, microchip ~FJD 60–120, health certificate ~FJD 150–350, plus transport. No titer test or quarantine cost applies in this tier. Confirm current fees directly with the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji.

Fiji treats very few origins as fully rabies-free (mainly Australia, New Zealand and a handful of Pacific territories). Even from these, an import permit and a 10-day health certificate are mandatory; quarantine is normally waived only when the animal has a documented continuous vaccination history and arrives on a direct or approved route.

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
30 days
Government quarantine at Koronivia station near Suva, or an approved private quarantine facility if BAF agrees in advance. Kennel space must be booked and paid before the import permit is issued. Dogs must be treated for internal and external parasites within 14 days of entry.
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian or accredited private veterinarian endorsed by the origin country's competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Breed restrictions

Fiji does not maintain a national breed ban for dogs, but BAF and the Koronivia quarantine station may refuse or restrict dogs classed as dangerous breeds (e.g. Pit Bull Terrier types, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Japanese Tosa) on a case-by-case basis. Airlines flying to Nadi and Suva commonly refuse brachycephalic breeds (Pugs, Bulldogs, Boxers, Boston Terriers, Shih Tzus, Persian-type cats) in cargo, especially in the hot season — check with the carrier before booking.

Documents checklist

  • Fiji Biosecurity Authority import permit
  • ISO microchip certificate / record
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • FAVN rabies antibody test result (≥0.5 IU/ml)
  • Combined distemper/hepatitis/parvovirus/leptospirosis vaccination certificate
  • Government-endorsed veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of departure
  • Internal and external parasite treatment record
  • Quarantine booking confirmation

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify with BAF and your vet: import permit ~FJD 50–150, microchip ~FJD 60–120, FAVN test ~FJD 250–500, health certificate ~FJD 150–350, quarantine ~FJD 30–60 per day for 30 days, plus transport. Confirm current fees directly with the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji.

This tier applies to most European countries, the US, UK, Japan, Canada and similar controlled-rabies origins. The 90-day titer wait is counted from the date the blood sample was drawn, not the date the result was issued, so plan the sampling early.

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 180+ days before travel
Quarantine
60 days
Government quarantine at Koronivia station near Suva. Kennel space must be booked and paid before the import permit is issued. Dogs must be treated for internal and external parasites within 14 days of entry. BAF may extend quarantine if the animal shows signs of illness on arrival.
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian or accredited private veterinarian endorsed by the origin country's competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Breed restrictions

Fiji does not maintain a national breed ban for dogs, but BAF and the Koronivia quarantine station may refuse or restrict dogs classed as dangerous breeds (e.g. Pit Bull Terrier types, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Japanese Tosa) on a case-by-case basis. Airlines flying to Nadi and Suva commonly refuse brachycephalic breeds (Pugs, Bulldogs, Boxers, Boston Terriers, Shih Tzus, Persian-type cats) in cargo, especially in the hot season — check with the carrier before booking.

Documents checklist

  • Fiji Biosecurity Authority import permit
  • ISO microchip certificate / record
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • FAVN rabies antibody test result (≥0.5 IU/ml)
  • Combined distemper/hepatitis/parvovirus/leptospirosis vaccination certificate
  • Government-endorsed veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of departure
  • Internal and external parasite treatment record
  • Quarantine booking confirmation

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify with BAF and your vet: import permit ~FJD 50–150, microchip ~FJD 60–120, FAVN test ~FJD 250–500, health certificate ~FJD 150–350, quarantine ~FJD 30–60 per day for 60 days, plus transport. Confirm current fees directly with the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji.

This tier applies to most of Africa, Asia, the Middle East, South and Central America, the Caribbean and Russia. The 180-day titer wait is counted from the date the blood sample was drawn, so the earliest a dog from a high-risk origin can enter Fiji is roughly six months after that sample — start the process a year ahead if possible.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

It depends on where the dog is coming from. Dogs from Australia, New Zealand and a few recognised rabies-free Pacific origins can usually be released without quarantine if they have a continuous vaccination history and a valid import permit. Dogs from most of Europe, the US, UK, Japan and Canada typically spend 30 days at the Koronivia quarantine station near Suva. Dogs from high-risk rabies countries (most of Africa, Asia, the Middle East, South America, the Caribbean and Russia) spend 60 days. The station has limited kennels, so book the quarantine slot before BAF will issue the import permit.
Yes for most origins. Dogs from the US, UK, EU, Japan, Canada and similar controlled-rabies countries need a FAVN (fluorescent antibody virus neutralisation) test showing at least 0.5 IU/ml, with the blood sample drawn at least 90 days before arrival. Dogs from high-risk rabies countries need the same test but with a 180-day wait from the sampling date. Dogs from Australia, New Zealand and a few recognised rabies-free Pacific origins are normally exempt from the titer test.
Fiji's non-commercial pet import rules are designed for a small number of personal pets — in practice one or two dogs per household. Bringing more than that, or importing dogs for resale, breeding or any commercial purpose, moves you into commercial import rules with additional BAF licensing, longer quarantine and higher fees. If you are moving with more than two dogs, contact the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji before you book anything.
No. Fiji does not exempt emotional-support animals or service dogs from the standard import requirements — the same import permit, microchip, rabies vaccination, titer test (where applicable), health certificate and quarantine rules apply. A service dog may be allowed to stay with its handler in an approved facility rather than a standard kennel run, but that is a quarantine placement decision made by BAF, not an exemption. Plan for the same timeline and cost as any other dog.
Rabies is mandatory, given no earlier than 12 weeks of age, with at least 21 days between the vaccination and travel. Fiji also expects current vaccination against distemper, infectious hepatitis, parvovirus and leptospirosis. All vaccines must be recorded in a government-endorsed health certificate issued within 10 days of departure, and the rabies vaccine must be an inactivated (killed) vaccine valid for 12 months.
For a low-risk origin (US, UK, EU, Japan, Canada) allow at least 5–6 months: 1 month for the import permit, 1 month between rabies vaccination and the titer blood draw, 3 months from the blood draw to arrival, plus the 30-day quarantine. For a high-risk origin allow 9–12 months, because the titer wait is 180 days and quarantine is 60 days. For Australia and New Zealand, 2–3 months is usually enough if the dog has a continuous vaccination history.
Fiji's main international gateway is Nadi (NAN), with Nausori (Suva) handling some regional flights. Fiji Airways, Qantas, Air New Zealand and several other carriers accept dogs in the hold as manifested cargo, but each airline has its own crate, temperature and brachycephalic-breed rules, and many refuse snub-nosed breeds outright. The dog must arrive on a flight that lands at a port where BAF has a quarantine officer on duty — check the routing with your carrier and with BAF before you book the ticket.

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

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 exporting country · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Import permit issued by the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji
  • Official veterinary health certificate endorsed by the exporting country's government veterinarian
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Proof of internal and external parasite treatment administered within 14 days before travel

Rough budget

Approximate costs only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, import permit fee ~FJD 50-100, parasite treatment ~$20-50, courier/endorsement fees ~$50-100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji.

Apply for the import permit at least 30 days before travel. Cats must be treated for internal and external parasites within 14 days before arrival. No quarantine if all conditions are met.

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 exporting country · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Import permit issued by the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji
  • Official veterinary health certificate endorsed by the exporting country's government veterinarian
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Proof of internal and external parasite treatment administered within 14 days before travel

Rough budget

Approximate costs only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, import permit fee ~FJD 50-100, parasite treatment ~$20-50, courier/endorsement fees ~$50-100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji.

Fiji applies the same requirements to low-risk and free origins for cats. No quarantine if documentation is complete.

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 exporting country · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Import permit issued by the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji
  • Official veterinary health certificate endorsed by the exporting country's government veterinarian
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel
  • FAVN rabies antibody titre test result (≥0.5 IU/ml) from an approved laboratory, dated at least 90 days before travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Proof of internal and external parasite treatment administered within 14 days before travel

Rough budget

Approximate costs only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fee ~FJD 50-100, parasite treatment ~$20-50, courier/endorsement fees ~$50-100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Biosecurity Authority of Fiji.

The 90-day waiting period starts from the date the blood sample was taken. No quarantine if all conditions are met, but the titer test adds significant lead time.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Fiji allows a maximum of 5 cats per person for non-commercial import. If you are bringing more than 5, the shipment is considered commercial and requires additional permits and compliance with commercial import regulations.
No. Fiji does not exempt emotional support or service cats from import requirements. All cats, regardless of their role, must have an import permit, health certificate, rabies vaccination, microchip, and parasite treatment. The same rules apply.
Apply at least 30 days before travel. The Biosecurity Authority of Fiji typically processes permits within 10-15 working days, but delays can occur. Do not book travel until you have the permit in hand.
No. A rabies titer test (FAVN) is only required for cats originating from high-risk rabies countries. Cats from low-risk or rabies-free countries do not need a titer test, provided they have a valid rabies vaccination.
Cats must be treated for internal parasites (e.g., roundworms, hookworms) and external parasites (e.g., fleas, ticks) within 14 days before arrival. The treatment must be documented on the veterinary health certificate.
Fiji's biosecurity rules do not dictate airline cabin policy. However, most airlines require pets to travel as cargo or in the cabin depending on the carrier and route. Check with your airline. On arrival, all cats are subject to inspection by biosecurity officers.
If documentation is incomplete, your cat may be detained at the border, placed in quarantine at your expense, or refused entry and returned to the origin country. Quarantine fees can be FJD 50-100 per day. Ensure all documents are correct before travel.

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

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 30-day quarantine at a government-approved facility in Fiji (e.g., Koronivia Research Station). Quarantine must be booked and paid for in advance. During quarantine, animals are inspected and may receive additional treatments.
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA APHIS for US, DEFRA for UK, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 4 months

Documents checklist

  • Import permit (issued by Fiji Ministry of Agriculture)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • FAVN rabies titer test result
  • Official health certificate endorsed by government veterinarian
  • Proof of microchip (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Quarantine booking confirmation

Rough budget

Rough estimates only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit ~$50-150, quarantine ~$500-1000 (30 days). Confirm current fees with Fiji Ministry of Agriculture and a local vet.

Ferrets are considered exotic pets in Fiji and are subject to strict import conditions. The process takes at least 4-6 months from start to finish.

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
30 days
Mandatory 30-day quarantine at a government-approved facility in Fiji (e.g., Koronivia Research Station). Quarantine must be booked and paid for in advance. During quarantine, animals are inspected and may receive additional treatments.
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA APHIS for US, DEFRA for UK, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 4 months

Documents checklist

  • Import permit (issued by Fiji Ministry of Agriculture)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • FAVN rabies titer test result
  • Official health certificate endorsed by government veterinarian
  • Proof of microchip (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Quarantine booking confirmation

Rough budget

Rough estimates only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit ~$50-150, quarantine ~$500-1000 (30 days). Confirm current fees with Fiji Ministry of Agriculture and a local vet.

Ferrets are considered exotic pets in Fiji and are subject to strict import conditions. The process takes at least 4-6 months from start to finish.

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
30 days
Mandatory 30-day quarantine at a government-approved facility in Fiji (e.g., Koronivia Research Station). Quarantine must be booked and paid for in advance. During quarantine, animals are inspected and may receive additional treatments.
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA APHIS for US, DEFRA for UK, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 4 months

Documents checklist

  • Import permit (issued by Fiji Ministry of Agriculture)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • FAVN rabies titer test result
  • Official health certificate endorsed by government veterinarian
  • Proof of microchip (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Quarantine booking confirmation

Rough budget

Rough estimates only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit ~$50-150, quarantine ~$500-1000 (30 days). Confirm current fees with Fiji Ministry of Agriculture and a local vet.

Ferrets are considered exotic pets in Fiji and are subject to strict import conditions. The process takes at least 4-6 months from start to finish. Additional testing for other diseases may be required based on origin.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, but ferrets are classified as exotic pets and are subject to strict import requirements. You need an import permit, rabies vaccination, a FAVN rabies titer test, a health certificate, and a mandatory 30-day quarantine in Fiji. Start the process at least 4-6 months before travel.
Fiji generally allows a maximum of 2 pets per person for non-commercial import. If you are bringing more than 2 ferrets, they may be considered commercial and require additional permits and compliance with commercial import rules. Confirm with Fiji Ministry of Agriculture before planning.
No. Fiji does not exempt emotional support or service animals from import requirements. All ferrets, regardless of their role, must meet the same import conditions: import permit, rabies vaccination, FAVN titer test, health certificate, and 30-day quarantine. There is no shortcut.
A FAVN (Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralization) test is mandatory for all ferrets. The blood sample must be taken at least 30 days after rabies vaccination and processed at an OIE/WHO-approved laboratory. After the test, a 90-day waiting period is required before the ferret can enter Fiji.
All ferrets must undergo a mandatory 30-day quarantine at a government-approved facility in Fiji, such as the Koronivia Research Station. You must book and pay for quarantine in advance. During quarantine, the ferret is monitored and may receive additional health checks.
You need: (1) an import permit from Fiji Ministry of Agriculture, (2) a rabies vaccination certificate, (3) a FAVN rabies titer test result, (4) an official health certificate endorsed by a government veterinarian, (5) proof of ISO microchip, and (6) a quarantine booking confirmation. The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel.
Rough estimates: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit ~$50-150, and quarantine ~$500-1000 for 30 days. Total costs can exceed $1000. These are estimates only; confirm current fees with Fiji Ministry of Agriculture and your vet.

Good to know

The Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (BAF) issues the import permit and operates the Koronivia quarantine station. All dogs need an ISO 11784/11785 microchip, rabies vaccination, routine vaccinations (distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, leptospirosis), and a government-endorsed veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. A rabies neutralising antibody (FAVN) test showing at least 0.5 IU/ml is required for dogs from countries not recognised as rabies-free or controlled. Quarantine is mandatory for most origins and must be booked and paid in advance; kennel space is limited and can be booked out for months.

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