Bringing a pet to Kazakhstan

Last reviewed October 2, 2026

Kazakhstan applies a single set of import rules for dogs and cats regardless of the origin country's rabies status. A rabies vaccination, ISO microchip, and an international veterinary health certificate endorsed by the exporting country's central veterinary authority are required. No routine quarantine or rabies titer test is imposed for properly documented pets. The competent authority is the Committee for Veterinary Control and Supervision of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Requirements for your pet

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

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, endorsed by the central veterinary authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Breed restrictions

Kazakhstan does not maintain a national breed ban list for dogs. However, some airlines may refuse to transport brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds such as pugs, bulldogs, and boxers due to respiratory risks, especially in cargo. Check with your airline before booking.

Documents checklist

  • International veterinary health certificate (endorsed by government authority)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 21 days and not expired)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Pet passport (if available, for EU-origin pets)

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. No import permit, titer test, or quarantine fee applies. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Kazakhstan veterinary authority.

No quarantine for pets from rabies-free territories. The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival. Pets must be transported in IATA-compliant carriers. No import permit required.

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 exporting country, endorsed by the central veterinary authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Breed restrictions

Kazakhstan does not maintain a national breed ban list for dogs. However, some airlines may refuse to transport brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds such as pugs, bulldogs, and boxers due to respiratory risks, especially in cargo. Check with your airline before booking.

Documents checklist

  • International veterinary health certificate (endorsed by government authority)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 21 days and not expired)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Pet passport (if available, for EU-origin pets)

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. No import permit, titer test, or quarantine fee applies. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Kazakhstan veterinary authority.

No quarantine for pets from low-risk countries. The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival. Pets must be transported in IATA-compliant carriers. No import permit required.

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 exporting country, endorsed by the central veterinary authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Breed restrictions

Kazakhstan does not maintain a national breed ban list for dogs. However, some airlines may refuse to transport brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds such as pugs, bulldogs, and boxers due to respiratory risks, especially in cargo. Check with your airline before booking.

Documents checklist

  • International veterinary health certificate (endorsed by government authority)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 21 days and not expired)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Pet passport (if available, for EU-origin pets)

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. No import permit, titer test, or quarantine fee applies. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Kazakhstan veterinary authority.

No quarantine for pets from high-risk countries. The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival. Pets must be transported in IATA-compliant carriers. No import permit required. A rabies titer test is not routinely required, but the veterinarian may request additional assurances if the pet's vaccination history is unclear.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

Kazakhstan allows up to 5 pets 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 personal pets, no import permit is required.
No. Kazakhstan does not exempt emotional support or service animals from standard import requirements. All dogs, including service animals, must have a rabies vaccination certificate, an international veterinary health certificate, and a microchip. Service dogs may be allowed in the cabin if the airline permits, but they still must meet all entry requirements. There is no separate fast-track or exemption for service animals.
No. Kazakhstan does not require a rabies titer test for dogs entering from any country, regardless of the origin country's rabies status. Only a valid rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel is needed. The vaccine must be administered when the dog is at least 12 weeks old.
The international veterinary health certificate must be issued within 10 days before arrival in Kazakhstan. It must be issued by an official government veterinarian in the exporting country and endorsed by the central veterinary authority. The certificate is valid for a single entry and must accompany the dog.
No. Kazakhstan does not impose quarantine on dogs with valid documentation (rabies vaccination, health certificate, and microchip). Quarantine is only applied if the animal shows signs of disease upon arrival or if documentation is missing or invalid. In such cases, the animal may be detained for veterinary inspection and possible vaccination at the owner's expense.
Kazakhstan requires an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. If your dog has a non-ISO microchip (e.g., AVID or other frequency), you should bring your own microchip scanner to allow officials to read it. Alternatively, you can have a new ISO microchip implanted, but this must be done before the rabies vaccination to ensure the vaccination is linked to the correct microchip.
Yes. Kazakhstan does not differentiate between high-risk and low-risk rabies countries for pet dogs. The same requirements apply: microchip, rabies vaccination at least 21 days before travel, and a health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival. No titer test or import permit is required. However, the official veterinarian at the border may inspect the animal and documents, and if the rabies vaccination is not properly documented, entry may be denied or the dog may be vaccinated on arrival.

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

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 (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

  • International veterinary health certificate (in Russian or Kazakh, or with certified translation)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 21 days and not expired)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50, possible translation fees ~$30-80. No titer test or import permit is required for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Kazakhstan veterinary authority.

Kazakhstan accepts cats from countries with no rabies risk under simplified rules. The cat must be accompanied by the owner or an authorised person. No quarantine on arrival if documents are in order. The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the official veterinary service of the origin country.

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 (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

  • International veterinary health certificate (in Russian or Kazakh, or with certified translation)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 21 days and not expired)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50, possible translation fees ~$30-80. No titer test or import permit is required for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Kazakhstan veterinary authority.

Kazakhstan applies the same rules for low-risk countries as for free countries. The cat must be accompanied by the owner or an authorised person. No quarantine on arrival if documents are in order. The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the official veterinary service of the origin country.

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 (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 the Committee for Veterinary Control and Supervision of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan
  • International veterinary health certificate (in Russian or Kazakh, or with certified translation)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 21 days and not expired)
  • FAVN rabies titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml, test done at least 90 days before travel)
  • Microchip certificate 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, possible translation fees ~$30-80. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Kazakhstan veterinary authority.

For high-risk countries, an import permit must be obtained in advance from the Kazakhstan veterinary authority. The FAVN test must be done at an approved laboratory. The cat must be accompanied by the owner or an authorised person. No quarantine on arrival if all documents are in order, but the animal may be subject to veterinary inspection at the border.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Kazakhstan allows up to 5 pets (cats or dogs) per traveller for non-commercial purposes. If you bring more than 5, the shipment is considered commercial and requires additional permits and compliance with commercial import rules.
No. Kazakhstan does not exempt emotional support or service animals from standard import requirements. All cats, regardless of function, must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if applicable) titer test and import permit rules.
The rabies vaccination must be valid at the time of entry. It must have been administered at least 21 days before travel. The vaccine must be an inactivated or recombinant vaccine approved by the origin country. A booster is required according to the vaccine manufacturer's instructions, typically every 1 to 3 years.
It depends on the origin country. For cats from high-risk countries (as defined by the World Organisation for Animal Health, WOAH), a FAVN rabies titer test with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml is required, and the test must be done at least 90 days before travel. For cats from low-risk or free countries, no titer test is required.
The health certificate must be in Russian or Kazakh, or accompanied by a certified translation into one of those languages. The certificate must be issued by an official government veterinarian within 10 days of travel.
No quarantine is required if all import requirements are met: valid microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and for high-risk countries, a titer test and import permit. However, the animal will be inspected at the border, and if documents are not in order, quarantine or return may be required at the owner's expense.
No. An ISO 11784/11785 microchip is mandatory for all cats entering Kazakhstan. The microchip must be implanted before rabies vaccination and, for high-risk countries, before the FAVN titer test. If the cat is not microchipped, it will not be allowed entry.

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

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 (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 (original, endorsed by exporting government authority)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 21 days and not expired)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Copy of pet passport (if available)

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 destination agency.

Ferrets are not listed as a restricted species in Kazakhstan. The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival. Ensure the microchip is implanted before rabies vaccination.

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 exporting 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 (original, endorsed by exporting government authority)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 21 days and not expired)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Copy of pet passport (if available)

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 destination agency.

Same requirements as free-tier origins. The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival.

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 exporting 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 Kazakhstan veterinary authorities (apply in advance)
  • Veterinary health certificate (original, endorsed by exporting government authority)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 21 days and not expired)
  • FAVN rabies titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml, done at least 30 days after vaccination)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Copy of pet passport (if available)

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. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

Ferrets from high-risk rabies countries require a rabies titer test and an import permit. The titer test must be done at least 30 days after vaccination, and travel must occur at least 90 days after blood sampling. No quarantine is required if all documents are in order, but the animal may be subject to inspection at the border. The import permit must be obtained before travel; processing can take 2-4 weeks.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Kazakhstan generally allows up to 5 pets (including ferrets) per traveller under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 5, the shipment is considered commercial and requires additional permits, veterinary inspections, and possibly a commercial import license. Confirm with the Kazakhstan veterinary authority before travelling with multiple ferrets.
No. Kazakhstan does not exempt emotional support or service animals from standard import rules. All ferrets, regardless of their role, must meet the same requirements: microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and for high-risk origins, a titer test and import permit. Airlines may have separate policies for cabin travel, but the destination country's veterinary rules apply.
Ferrets must be at least 3 months (12 weeks) old to enter Kazakhstan. This aligns with the minimum age for rabies vaccination. If the ferret is younger, it cannot be vaccinated and therefore cannot meet the 21-day post-vaccination wait, so entry will be denied.
It depends on the origin country. Ferrets from free or low-risk rabies countries (e.g., EU, US, UK, Japan) do not need a titer test. Ferrets from high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa) must have a FAVN titer test showing ≥0.5 IU/ml, performed at least 30 days after rabies vaccination. The test result is valid for 12 months, and travel must occur at least 90 days after blood sampling.
The veterinary health certificate must be issued within 10 days before arrival in Kazakhstan. It must be endorsed by the official government veterinarian of the exporting country. If the certificate is older than 10 days at the time of entry, it will not be accepted.
Yes, if your ferret is coming from a high-risk rabies country. The import permit must be obtained from the Kazakhstan Ministry of Agriculture (Committee for Veterinary Control and Supervision) before travel. Processing can take 2-4 weeks. For free and low-risk origins, no import permit is required.
No quarantine is required for ferrets entering Kazakhstan if all import conditions are met (microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and for high-risk origins, titer test and import permit). However, the animal may be inspected at the border, and if documents are incomplete, entry may be denied or the animal quarantined at the owner's expense.

Good to know

Kazakhstan applies one set of import rules for dogs and cats regardless of origin country's rabies status. No quarantine is imposed for pets with valid documentation. The official authority is the Committee for Veterinary Control and Supervision of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan. All pets must be accompanied by an international veterinary certificate issued by an official veterinarian of the exporting country and endorsed by the central veterinary authority. The certificate is typically valid for 10 days from issuance for travel. No import permit is required for personal pets. Pets must be transported in IATA-compliant crates. For commercial movements (more than 5 pets, or pets for sale), different rules apply.

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