Bringing a pet to Georgia

Last reviewed October 2, 2026

Georgia applies a single, simplified set of rules for dogs regardless of origin: no quarantine, no import permit, and no rabies titer test. The core requirements are an ISO-compliant microchip, a current rabies vaccination given at least 21 days before arrival, and a veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. Georgian border veterinarians can be strict about documentation, so carry complete, legible paperwork.

Requirements for your pet

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

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 veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before arrival
  • Veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785-compliant microchip

Rough budget

Rough estimate only: microchip ~$30-50, rabies vaccination ~$20-50, health certificate ~$100-200; total typically ~$150-300. Prices vary by vet and country — confirm locally and with the Georgian National Food Agency.

No quarantine. The health certificate must be in English or Georgian, or accompanied by a certified translation.

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 or accredited veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before arrival
  • Veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785-compliant microchip

Rough budget

Rough estimate only: microchip ~$30-50, rabies vaccination ~$20-50, health certificate ~$100-200; total typically ~$150-300. Prices vary by vet and country — confirm locally and with the Georgian National Food Agency.

No quarantine. The health certificate must be in English or Georgian, or accompanied by a certified translation.

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 or accredited veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before arrival
  • Veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785-compliant microchip

Rough budget

Rough estimate only: microchip ~$30-50, rabies vaccination ~$20-50, health certificate ~$100-200; total typically ~$150-300. Prices vary by vet and country — confirm locally and with the Georgian National Food Agency.

No quarantine and no rabies titer test, even from high-risk countries. Airlines may require extra documentation for pets from high-risk rabies areas. The health certificate must be in English or Georgian, or accompanied by a certified translation.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

No. Georgia does not require a rabies antibody titer test (FAVN) for any origin country. A current rabies vaccination certificate showing the vaccine was given at least 21 days before travel is sufficient.
No. Georgia has no quarantine requirement for dogs, regardless of the country of origin. Your dog can enter immediately after border inspection.
Georgia does not impose a specific limit on the number of dogs a non-commercial traveller can bring, but if you are bringing more than 5 dogs, they may be considered commercial and subject to additional requirements. For personal pets, up to 5 is generally accepted without commercial permits.
Yes. Georgia does not exempt emotional support or service dogs from standard import rules. They must have a microchip, valid rabies vaccination, and a health certificate. Airlines may have additional policies for service dogs in the cabin.
You need: (1) a rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel, (2) a veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival by an official government veterinarian, and (3) proof of an ISO 11784/11785 microchip. The health certificate must be in English or Georgian, or have a certified translation.
Georgia does not have breed-specific bans for dogs entering the country. However, some airlines may refuse to transport brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds like Bulldogs or Pugs due to breathing risks. Check with your airline.
Rough estimate: microchip ~$30-50, rabies vaccination ~$20-50, health certificate ~$100-200. Total typically $150-300. Prices vary by vet and country — confirm with your local vet and the Georgian National Food Agency.

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

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 US, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Veterinary health certificate (international format, issued within 10 days of travel)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, with microchip number linked)
  • Microchip implantation record or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Import permit and titer test are not required for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Georgia's National Food Agency.

No rabies titer test or import permit required. Cat must be at least 3 months old at primary rabies vaccination and wait 21 days after that vaccination before travel. No quarantine on arrival.

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 US, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Veterinary health certificate (international format, issued within 10 days of travel)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, with microchip number linked)
  • Microchip implantation record or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Import permit and titer test are not required for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Georgia's National Food Agency.

Same requirements as free-tier origin. No rabies titer test or import permit required. Cat must be at least 3 months old at primary rabies vaccination and wait 21 days after that vaccination before travel. No quarantine on arrival.

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-accredited vet for US, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Import permit issued by Georgia's National Food Agency (NFA)
  • Veterinary health certificate (international format, issued within 10 days of travel)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, with microchip number linked)
  • Rabies titer test result (FAVN/RFFIT, ≥0.5 IU/ml, from an approved laboratory)
  • Microchip implantation record or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fee ~$50-150 (varies). Confirm current prices with a local vet and Georgia's National Food Agency.

Cats from high-risk countries must have a rabies titer test and an import permit. The titer test must be done at least 30 days after primary vaccination and the result must be ≥0.5 IU/ml. Travel must occur at least 3 months after the date of blood sampling. The import permit must be obtained before travel. No quarantine on arrival if all documents are in order.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Georgia allows up to 5 cats per person for non-commercial movement. If you bring more than 5, the shipment is considered commercial and requires additional veterinary and customs procedures, including a commercial import permit and possibly a quarantine period. For 5 or fewer, the standard pet import rules apply.
No. Georgia does not exempt emotional support animals or service animals from its import requirements. All cats, regardless of their role, must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if applicable) titer test and import permit rules. Airlines may have their own policies for cabin travel, but the country's import rules apply equally.
It depends on the origin country. If your cat is coming from a high-risk country (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East), a rabies titer test (FAVN or RFFIT) is required. The test must be done at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination and show a titer of at least 0.5 IU/ml. Travel must occur at least 3 months after the date of blood sampling. For cats from low-risk or free countries, no titer test is required.
The cat must be at least 3 months old at the time of rabies vaccination, and then wait 21 days after the primary vaccination before travel. So the minimum age at entry is 3 months + 21 days = approximately 3.7 months. Kittens younger than this cannot meet the rabies vaccination requirement and are not allowed.
Only for cats from high-risk countries. If your cat is from a high-risk country, you must obtain an import permit from Georgia's National Food Agency (NFA) before travel. For cats from low-risk or free countries, no import permit is required.
You need an official veterinary health certificate issued by a government veterinarian in your origin country within 10 days of travel. The certificate must be in English or accompanied by a certified translation, and it must include the cat's microchip number, rabies vaccination details, and a statement of good health. For high-risk countries, the titer test result must also be recorded.
No. Georgia does not impose quarantine on cats arriving with valid documentation. If your paperwork is complete and the cat appears healthy, it will be cleared immediately. If documents are missing or invalid, the cat may be detained or refused entry.

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

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 accredited veterinarian endorsed by the national veterinary authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel and not expired
  • Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip (or clear identification)
  • Owner's passport or ID

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. No titer test or import permit is required for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the National Food Agency of Georgia.

Georgia does not require a rabies titer test or import permit for ferrets from free-tier countries. Ferrets are not listed in the EU Pet Travel Scheme, so national rules apply. The health certificate must be in English or Georgian, or accompanied by a certified translation.

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 accredited veterinarian endorsed by the national veterinary authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel and not expired
  • Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip (or clear identification)
  • Owner's passport or ID

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. No titer test or import permit is required for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the National Food Agency of Georgia.

Same requirements as free-tier. Georgia does not impose additional measures for ferrets from low-risk countries. The ferret must be accompanied by its owner or a person responsible for it during transport.

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 accredited veterinarian endorsed by the national veterinary authority) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel and not expired
  • FAVN/RFFIT rabies titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml) from an approved laboratory
  • Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Import permit issued by the National Food Agency of Georgia
  • Proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip (or clear identification)
  • Owner's passport or ID

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fee ~$50-100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the National Food Agency of Georgia.

Ferrets from high-risk countries must have a valid rabies titer test and an import permit. The permit must be obtained before travel; processing may take up to 10 working days. Quarantine is not required if all documents are in order, but the animal may be subject to inspection at the border. The titer test is valid for the duration of the rabies vaccination's validity (usually 1-3 years).

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, ferrets are allowed into Georgia, but they are not covered by the EU Pet Travel Scheme, so national rules apply. You need a rabies vaccination certificate, a health certificate, and possibly a titer test and import permit depending on the origin country's rabies risk. Georgia does not ban ferrets as pets.
Georgia does not specify a maximum number for non-commercial pet ferrets, but if you are bringing more than 5 ferrets, they may be considered a commercial import and require additional veterinary and customs procedures. For 1-5 ferrets, the non-commercial rules apply. Always check with the National Food Agency if you plan to bring more than 5.
Only if your ferret is coming from a high-risk rabies country (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, Asia, Middle East). The test must be done at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 90 days before travel, with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml. For low-risk or free countries, no titer test is required.
Yes, if your ferret is from a high-risk rabies country. You must obtain an import permit from the National Food Agency of Georgia before travel. For low-risk or free countries, no import permit is required.
Yes, your ferret must be identified with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. If your ferret was microchipped before rabies vaccination, the vaccination is still valid as long as the microchip number is recorded on the vaccination certificate. If not, a new rabies vaccination after microchipping may be required.
No. Georgia does not grant exemptions for emotional support or service animals. All ferrets, regardless of their role, must meet the same import requirements: rabies vaccination, health certificate, and if applicable, titer test and import permit. Airlines may have additional policies, but the country's veterinary rules apply equally.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days before arrival in Georgia. It must be issued by an official government veterinarian or an accredited veterinarian endorsed by the national veterinary authority of the origin country. The certificate should be in English or Georgian, or accompanied by a certified translation.

Good to know

Georgia does not require an import permit for dogs. A veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel is mandatory. Airlines may impose additional requirements. Confirm current rules with the Georgian National Food Agency (NFA) before travel.

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