Bringing a pet to Indonesia

Last reviewed October 2, 2026

Indonesia is a rabies-free-declared country with mandatory quarantine for most arriving dogs. Pets from abroad are generally held at a government quarantine facility (mainly Jakarta or Surabaya) at the owner's expense, and the paperwork chain — import permit, health certificate, vaccination record, and often a rabies titer test — is enforced at the point of entry. Requirements vary by the origin country's rabies status: high-risk origins face the longest holds and the most documentation, while rabies-free origins get reduced treatment. Start the process 2–4 months before travel and work through the Indonesian Agricultural Quarantine Agency (Barantin) rather than arriving at the airport unannounced.

Requirements for your pet

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

Microchip

Required

ISO 11784/11785

Rabies vaccine

Required

From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel

Rabies titer test (FAVN)

Not required

Quarantine

14 days

Held at a government quarantine facility (Jakarta or Surabaya) at the owner's expense; release subject to veterinary inspection on arrival.

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian of the origin country, endorsed by the competent authority · valid 7 days before arrival

Import permit

Required

Minimum age: 4 months

Breed restrictions

Indonesia does not maintain a national breed ban for dogs, but some airlines serving Indonesia restrict brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds such as pugs, bulldogs and boxers on certain routes or in cargo, and quarantine facilities may have limited capacity for large or heat-sensitive breeds. Check with the airline and the quarantine facility in advance.

Documents checklist

Import permit / Surat Izin Pemasukan from Barantin (apply in advance)
Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, at least 21 days before travel)
Official health certificate issued within 7 days of departure
Microchip record (ISO 11784/11785)
Owner's passport and travel itinerary
Prior notification to the entry-point quarantine office

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, import permit and quarantine handling fees vary (often a few hundred USD depending on length of stay). No titer test is required for this tier. Confirm current fees with Barantin and a local vet before travel.

Even for rabies-free origins, Indonesia does not waive quarantine entirely; the 14-day hold is the practical minimum for a dog arriving without prior titer documentation.

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

14 days

Held at a government quarantine facility at the owner's expense; a valid pre-departure titer test can reduce the hold to the 14-day minimum rather than a longer observation period.

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian of the origin country, endorsed by the competent authority · valid 7 days before arrival

Import permit

Required

Minimum age: 4 months

Breed restrictions

Documents checklist

Import permit / Surat Izin Pemasukan from Barantin
Rabies vaccination certificate (at least 21 days before travel)
FAVN titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml, sample ≥30 days post-vaccination)
Official health certificate issued within 7 days of departure
Microchip record (ISO 11784/11785)
Owner's passport and travel itinerary
Prior notification to the entry-point quarantine office

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, FAVN titer test ~$100–250, import permit and quarantine handling fees vary (often a few hundred USD). Confirm current fees with Barantin and a local vet before travel.

Most European, US, UK, Japanese and Australian origins fall here. The titer test is the main extra step versus a rabies-free origin, and it must be completed before the import permit is finalised.

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

30 days

Extended holding at a government quarantine facility at the owner's expense; release only after veterinary clearance. Some high-risk origins may be refused outright or require case-by-case approval from Barantin.

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian of the origin country, endorsed by the competent authority · valid 7 days before arrival

Import permit

Required

Minimum age: 4 months

Breed restrictions

Documents checklist

Import permit / Surat Izin Pemasukan from Barantin (approval not guaranteed for high-risk origins)
Rabies vaccination certificate (at least 21 days before travel)
FAVN titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml, sample ≥30 days post-vaccination)
Official health certificate issued within 7 days of departure
Microchip record (ISO 11784/11785)
Owner's passport and travel itinerary
Prior notification to the entry-point quarantine office

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, FAVN titer test ~$100–250, import permit and 30-day quarantine handling fees can run into several hundred USD or more. Confirm current fees with Barantin and a local vet before travel.

High-risk origins (e.g. Thailand, Russia, much of Africa, South Asia, Middle East) face the longest quarantine and the highest chance of refusal. Apply for the import permit well in advance — 2–4 months is realistic — and confirm acceptance with Barantin before booking flights.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

The working limit is 5 pets per traveller. Beyond that, the shipment is treated as a commercial import and requires a different permit and business registration. If you are moving with more than 5 dogs, contact Barantin before travel.

No. Indonesia does not exempt emotional-support or service animals from the standard import requirements — the same import permit, health certificate, vaccination record and quarantine apply. Plan for the dog to be held at the quarantine facility like any other pet.

It depends on the origin country's rabies status. Pets from rabies-free origins typically face a 14-day hold; most low-risk origins also face 14 days but with a required FAVN titer test; high-risk origins face 30 days and a higher chance of refusal. Quarantine is at the owner's expense at a government facility in Jakarta or Surabaya.

Yes for most origins. A FAVN or equivalent test showing ≥0.5 IU/ml, with the blood sample drawn at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination, is required for low-risk and high-risk origins. Rabies-free origins are generally exempt from the titer test but still need a valid vaccination certificate.

Dogs are generally admitted only through designated entry points — Soekarno-Hatta (Jakarta) and Juanda (Surabaya) are the main ones. Arriving at another airport may result in the animal being forwarded or refused, so confirm the entry point with Barantin before you book.

Start 2–4 months before travel. The import permit from Barantin, the rabies vaccination (at least 21 days before travel), and the FAVN titer test (sample at least 30 days after vaccination) all have to be sequenced, and the health certificate must be issued within 7 days of departure.

The animal can be held at the quarantine facility at your expense, returned to the origin country, or in some cases refused entry. There is no grace period at the airport — the import permit, health certificate, vaccination record and (where required) titer test must all be in order before the dog lands.

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

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, endorsed by the competent authority (e.g., USDA APHIS for the US, DEFRA for the UK). Must be in English or Bahasa Indonesia. · 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
International health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
Import permit from the Indonesian Agricultural Quarantine Agency (Barantin)
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
Owner's passport copy
Flight itinerary

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, import permit fee ~$50-100 (varies by agent). Quarantine is not expected for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Barantin.

Cats must be at least 3 months old. No quarantine if all documents are in order, but the quarantine officer may order isolation at the owner's expense if any document is missing or the animal shows signs of illness.

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

Import permit

Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel
International health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
Import permit from the Indonesian Agricultural Quarantine Agency (Barantin)
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
Owner's passport copy
Flight itinerary

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, import permit fee ~$50-100 (varies by agent). Quarantine is not routine for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Barantin.

Cats must be at least 3 months old. Quarantine is not routine but may be imposed if documents are incomplete or the animal is symptomatic.

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

14 days

Mandatory 14-day quarantine at a government-approved quarantine facility upon arrival, at the owner's expense. The quarantine period may be extended if the titer test is not presented or if the animal shows signs of rabies.

Health certificate

Required

Import permit

Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel
FAVN rabies titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml) from an approved laboratory, performed at least 90 days before travel
International health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
Import permit from the Indonesian Agricultural Quarantine Agency (Barantin)
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
Owner's passport copy
Flight itinerary

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fee ~$50-100 (varies by agent), quarantine ~$10-20/day for 14 days (~$140-280). Confirm current prices with a local vet and Barantin.

Cats from high-risk rabies countries must have a valid FAVN titer test and undergo 14 days of quarantine. The titer test must be done at least 90 days before travel. Quarantine is at the owner's expense. Cats must be at least 3 months old.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Indonesia does not publish a fixed numeric limit for non-commercial pet import, but in practice, more than 5 cats on a single itinerary may be treated as commercial and require additional business licences and veterinary inspections. For 1–5 cats, the standard non-commercial rules apply. Confirm with Barantin before travelling with more than 5.

No. Indonesia does not exempt emotional support animals or service animals from the standard import requirements. They must have a microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and import permit, and if arriving from a high-risk rabies country, a FAVN titer test and 14-day quarantine. Airlines may allow them in the cabin, but that does not change the import rules.

No. The United States is not on Indonesia's high-risk rabies list, so a FAVN titer test is not required for cats from the US. You need a valid rabies vaccination certificate (at least 21 days old), a health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, and an import permit.

The import permit from Barantin typically takes 5–10 working days to process once a complete application is submitted. Apply at least 2–3 weeks before travel to allow for any delays. The permit is valid for a specific entry date and port.

If any required document is missing or invalid, the quarantine officer may order your cat into quarantine at a government facility at your expense. The quarantine period can be up to 14 days or longer, and you will be responsible for all costs. In severe cases, the animal may be refused entry or returned to the origin country.

Yes. All cats entering Indonesia must be identified with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. The microchip must be implanted before the rabies vaccination, or on the same day, so that the vaccination certificate can be linked to the microchip number.

Yes, if you meet all requirements. Australia is not on Indonesia's high-risk rabies list, so no quarantine is required provided your cat has a valid rabies vaccination (at least 21 days old), a health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, an import permit, and an ISO microchip. No FAVN titer test is needed.

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

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

Import permit

Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel
International health certificate issued within 10 days of departure
Import permit from the Indonesian Agricultural Quarantine Agency (Barantan)
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
Owner's passport copy
Flight itinerary

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, import permit ~$50-100. Quarantine fees do not apply for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Barantan.

Ferrets are not listed as prohibited animals in Indonesia, but they are exotic pets and subject to strict import controls. All ferrets must enter through a designated international airport (e.g., Soekarno-Hatta in Jakarta) and be inspected by quarantine officers. A 14-day pre-export isolation may be required at the origin. The import permit must be obtained before departure; processing takes 5-7 working days.

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

7 days

Quarantine at a government-approved facility at the owner's expense. The animal must be isolated and observed for 7 days. If the titer test is not provided or fails, quarantine may be extended to 30 days.

Health certificate

Required

Import permit

Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel
FAVN rabies titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml) from an OIE-approved laboratory
International health certificate issued within 10 days of departure
Import permit from the Indonesian Agricultural Quarantine Agency (Barantan)
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
Owner's passport copy
Flight itinerary

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit ~$50-100, quarantine fees ~$10-20/day. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Barantan.

Ferrets from low-risk countries must have a valid rabies titer test. Quarantine of 7 days is mandatory upon arrival. All ferrets must enter through a designated international airport. A 14-day pre-export isolation may be required at the origin.

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

Quarantine at a government-approved facility at the owner's expense. The animal must be isolated and observed for 30 days. If the titer test is not provided or fails, quarantine may be extended to 60 days or the animal may be re-exported.

Health certificate

Required

Import permit

Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel
FAVN rabies titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml) from an OIE-approved laboratory
International health certificate issued within 10 days of departure
Import permit from the Indonesian Agricultural Quarantine Agency (Barantan)
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
Owner's passport copy
Flight itinerary

Rough budget

Ferrets from high-risk countries face the strictest rules. A 30-day quarantine is mandatory. The import permit must be obtained before departure; processing takes 5-7 working days. All ferrets must enter through a designated international airport. A 14-day pre-export isolation may be required at the origin. If any document is missing, the animal may be denied entry or quarantined for up to 60 days.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, but ferrets are considered exotic pets and are subject to strict import regulations. You must obtain an import permit from the Indonesian Agricultural Quarantine Agency (Barantan) before travel, provide a valid rabies vaccination certificate, a health certificate issued within 10 days of departure, and a microchip. Depending on the origin country's rabies risk, a rabies titer test and quarantine may be required. Ferrets are not allowed to enter as cargo; they must travel in the cabin or as checked baggage with prior airline approval.

Indonesia does not have a specific published limit for ferrets, but in practice, a single traveller may bring up to 2 ferrets per trip under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 2, the shipment may be considered commercial and require additional permits, including a commercial import license from the Ministry of Agriculture. Always confirm with Barantan before travelling.

No. Indonesia does not grant any exemptions for emotional support or service animals. All ferrets, regardless of their role, must meet the same import requirements: microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, import permit, and quarantine if applicable. Airlines may also have their own policies, but the government rules apply equally.

Quarantine depends on the rabies risk of the origin country. From free countries (e.g., Andorra, San Marino), no quarantine is required if all documents are in order. From low-risk countries (e.g., USA, UK, Japan), a 7-day quarantine is mandatory. From high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa), a 30-day quarantine is required. Quarantine is at the owner's expense and takes place at a government-approved facility.

Yes, for ferrets from low-risk and high-risk countries. The FAVN test must be performed at least 90 days before travel and at least 30 days after rabies vaccination, showing a titer of at least 0.5 IU/ml. The test must be done at an OIE-approved laboratory. Results are valid for 1 year. Ferrets from free countries do not need a titer test.

You need: (1) a rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel, (2) an international health certificate issued within 10 days of departure by an official government veterinarian, (3) an import permit from Barantan, (4) proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip, (5) a FAVN titer test result if from a low-risk or high-risk country, (6) your passport copy, and (7) your flight itinerary. All documents must be in English or Bahasa Indonesia.

Costs vary. Expect: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250 (if required), import permit ~$50-100, and quarantine fees ~$10-20 per day (if applicable). Total can range from $200 to over $1,000 depending on origin and quarantine length. These are rough estimates; confirm current fees with a local veterinarian and Barantan.

Good to know

All pet imports are handled by the Indonesian Agricultural Quarantine Agency (Barantin, formerly Badan Karantina Pertanian) under the Ministry of Agriculture. Pet dogs are generally admitted only through designated entry points (Soekarno-Hatta in Jakarta and Juanda in Surabaya are the main ones for dogs); other airports may refuse or forward the animal. A maximum of 5 pets per non-commercial traveller is the working threshold before commercial import rules apply. Indonesia is a Muslim-majority country and there are local sensitivities around dogs, but the import rules themselves are veterinary, not religious — dogs are permitted, subject to the quarantine and permit chain.

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 Indonesia, check that country's pet-entry/transit rules separately (search "pets" on this site for that country too).