Bringing a pet to Kazakhstan

Last reviewed July 2, 2026

Kazakhstan's pet import rules are moderately strict and vary depending on the rabies risk category of the country of origin. There is no general quarantine for pets meeting entry requirements, but microchipping, rabies vaccination, and a veterinary certificate are mandatory. Pets from high-risk countries face additional testing or waiting periods.

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

Breed restrictions

Kazakhstan may restrict or ban certain breeds considered dangerous, such as Pit Bull Terriers, Rottweilers, and similar. Check with the destination agency for the current list.

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate (Form 1-Vet or equivalent)
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

Rough ballpark: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

No additional requirements for free-tier origins.

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

Kazakhstan may restrict or ban certain breeds considered dangerous, such as Pit Bull Terriers, Rottweilers, and similar. Check with the destination agency for the current list.

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate (Form 1-Vet or equivalent)
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

Rough ballpark: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

No additional requirements for low-risk origins.

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

Kazakhstan may restrict or ban certain breeds considered dangerous, such as Pit Bull Terriers, Rottweilers, and similar. Check with the destination agency for the current list.

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate (Form 1-Vet or equivalent)
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

Rough ballpark: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

No additional requirements for high-risk origins.

Frequently asked questions

No, Kazakhstan does not require a rabies titer test (FAVN) for dogs from any origin country. A valid rabies vaccination is sufficient.
Kazakhstan generally allows up to 2 dogs per person for non-commercial travel. Bringing more than 2 may require commercial import procedures.
No, emotional support and service dogs are not exempt from standard import requirements. They must still have a microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival in Kazakhstan. It should be in Russian or Kazakh, or accompanied by a certified translation.
No, there is no mandatory quarantine for dogs entering Kazakhstan, regardless of origin country, provided all documentation is in order.
Kazakhstan requires an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. If your dog has a non-ISO chip, you must bring your own scanner.
Yes, but the puppy must be at least 12 weeks old to receive a rabies vaccination, and the 21-day waiting period applies after vaccination. Puppies under 12 weeks may enter without rabies vaccination if accompanied by a health certificate.

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

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • International health certificate (Form 1-Vet or equivalent)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. No import permit fee. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Kazakh veterinary authority.

No quarantine. Health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival and endorsed by the origin country's veterinary authority.

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
  • International health certificate (Form 1-Vet or equivalent)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. No import permit fee. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Kazakh veterinary authority.

No quarantine. Health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival and endorsed by the origin country's veterinary authority.

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
  • International health certificate (Form 1-Vet or equivalent)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation
  • Rabies titer (FAVN) test certificate
  • Import permit from the Kazakh Veterinary Committee

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — verify locally: 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 Kazakh veterinary authority.

No quarantine if all documents are in order. Import permit must be obtained from the Veterinary Control Committee of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan before travel.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Kazakhstan generally allows up to 5 cats per person under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 5, commercial import regulations apply, which require additional permits and may involve customs duties. Confirm with the Kazakh Veterinary Committee before travel.
No. The United States is classified as a low-risk rabies country. Cats from the US do not need a FAVN test. A valid rabies vaccination certificate and an international health certificate issued within 10 days of travel are sufficient.
No. Kazakhstan does not impose quarantine on cats arriving from any origin tier, provided all required documents (rabies vaccination, health certificate, and for high-risk origins: FAVN test and import permit) are in order. Your cat can go home with you immediately after customs clearance.
The health certificate must be issued no more than 10 days before the date of arrival in Kazakhstan. If your travel is delayed, you may need a new certificate. Always check with the issuing veterinarian to ensure the date aligns with your itinerary.
No. Kazakhstan does not recognize emotional support animals as a separate category for import. All cats, regardless of their role, must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if applicable) titer test and import permit requirements. No exemptions are granted.
Yes, but the rabies vaccination is not required until the kitten is at least 12 weeks old. If the kitten is under 12 weeks, you cannot vaccinate it for rabies, and it will not meet the 21-day waiting period. In practice, you must wait until the kitten is at least 15 weeks old (12 weeks + 21 days) to comply with the rabies vaccination requirement. For high-risk origins, the titer test adds further delay.
You must bring your own ISO-compatible scanner to the border. Kazakh authorities may not have a scanner that reads non-ISO chips. If they cannot verify the microchip, your cat may be denied entry or held until a scanner is found. It is strongly recommended to use an ISO 11784/11785 chip.

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

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

No quarantine upon arrival.

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
  • International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

No quarantine upon arrival.

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
  • International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)
  • FAVN titer test result (≥0.5 IU/mL)
  • Import permit from Kazakhstan's Veterinary Control Committee

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fees vary by country. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

All documents must be presented at the border.

Frequently asked questions

No. The United States is classified as low-risk, so a FAVN titer test is not required. Only high-risk origins (e.g., Russia, Thailand) need a titer test.
Kazakhstan generally allows up to 5 pets per traveller under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 5, commercial import regulations apply, including additional permits and possible customs duties.
No. Kazakhstan does not recognize emotional support or service animals as exempt from standard import rules. All ferrets must meet the same microchip, vaccination, and health certificate requirements.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of the date of arrival in Kazakhstan. If your travel is delayed, you may need a new certificate.
Yes, but the rabies vaccination is not required until the ferret is at least 12 weeks old. If the ferret is younger than 12 weeks, you cannot meet the vaccination requirement, and the animal may be denied entry. Check with the Kazakh veterinary authority before travel.
No. EU countries are considered low-risk, and no import permit is needed. Only ferrets from high-risk origins require a permit from the Veterinary Control Committee.
You must bring your own ISO-compatible scanner. Kazakh border officials may not have a scanner that reads non-ISO chips. If they cannot verify the microchip, the ferret may be quarantined or refused entry.

Good to know

All pets must be identified by an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip, and rabies vaccination must be current and administered after microchipping. The veterinary certificate must be endorsed by the official veterinary authority of the country of origin.

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.