Bringing a pet to Luxembourg

Last reviewed July 3, 2026

Luxembourg has moderate pet import requirements that depend on where your pet is travelling from. There is no routine quarantine for compliant pets from most countries, but stricter rules apply for animals arriving from higher-risk rabies areas. Expect microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certification as baseline requirements.

Requirements for your pet

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

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

  • Valid EU Pet Passport or third-country health certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Luxembourg veterinary authority.

No additional requirements for free-tier origins; the EU Pet Passport is sufficient if issued in an EU country.

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

Documents checklist

  • Third-country health certificate (Annex IV of EU Reg 577/2013)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Luxembourg veterinary authority.

The health certificate must be endorsed by the competent authority of the origin country (e.g., USDA in the US).

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
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 7 months

Documents checklist

  • Import permit from Luxembourg veterinary authority
  • Third-country health certificate (Annex IV of EU Reg 577/2013)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate
  • Rabies titer test (FAVN) certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: 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 Luxembourg veterinary authority.

The import permit must be obtained before travel. The dog must be at least 7 months old due to the titer test timeline. No quarantine upon arrival if all documents are in order.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

If your origin country is classified as high-risk (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa), a rabies titer test (FAVN) is mandatory. The blood sample must be taken at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination and sent to an EU-approved lab. The result must show an antibody level of at least 0.5 IU/ml. For low-risk origins (e.g., US, UK, Japan), no titer test is required.
You may bring up to 5 dogs per person under the non-commercial pet travel scheme. If you bring more than 5, the movement is considered commercial and requires additional documentation, including a commercial health certificate and possible customs duties.
No. An import permit is only required for dogs arriving from high-risk rabies countries. For free-tier (EU-equivalent) and low-risk origins, no permit is needed—just a valid EU Pet Passport or third-country health certificate.
No. Emotional support dogs are not exempt from any import requirements. Service dogs (e.g., guide dogs) must still meet all microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate rules. For high-risk origins, a titer test and import permit are also required.
The minimum age is 12 weeks for the rabies vaccination. For high-risk origins, the dog must be at least 7 months old due to the 30-day wait after vaccination plus the titer test timeline. For free and low-risk origins, no minimum age beyond the vaccination age applies.
Yes, but the airline's specific rules apply. Most airlines allow small dogs in the cabin if the carrier fits under the seat. Larger dogs must travel as checked baggage or cargo. Ensure the airline accepts the required documents and that the dog's microchip is ISO-compliant.
The rabies vaccination must be valid at the time of travel. If it expires, your dog must be revaccinated, and the 21-day waiting period restarts from the date of the new vaccination. For high-risk origins, the titer test must also be repeated if the vaccination interval is broken.

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

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
  • EU Animal Health Certificate (Annex IV, Part 1) or equivalent
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Pet passport (if from EU/EEA)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, pet passport (if needed) ~$30-60. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Luxembourg veterinary authority (Administration des services vétérinaires).

Cats from EU-equivalent territories (Andorra, San Marino, Vatican, etc.) follow the same rules as EU-origin pets. No additional tests or permits.

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
  • EU Animal Health Certificate (Annex IV, Part 1) or equivalent
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Pet passport (if from EU/EEA)
  • Third-country health certificate (if from non-EU low-risk country)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, third-country health certificate ~$50-100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Luxembourg veterinary authority.

Cats from low-risk countries (e.g., US, UK, Japan, Australia) do not need a rabies titer test or import permit. The health certificate must be endorsed by the competent authority in the origin country (e.g., USDA in the US).

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
  • EU Animal Health Certificate (Annex IV, Part 1) or equivalent
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Rabies titer test (FAVN) certificate
  • Import permit from Luxembourg veterinary authority
  • Third-country health certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fees ~$50-100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Luxembourg veterinary authority.

Cats from high-risk rabies countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, India) require a rabies titer test (FAVN) and an import permit from the Administration des services vétérinaires. No quarantine upon arrival if all documents are in order.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, most airlines allow cats in the cabin if the carrier fits under the seat (typically max 8 kg including carrier). Check your airline's specific policy — weight and dimensions vary. For larger cats, they must travel in the hold. Luxembourg Airport (LUX) accepts both options.
You may bring up to 5 cats (or dogs) per person as a non-commercial movement. If you bring more than 5, the shipment is considered commercial and must comply with EU commercial pet movement rules (TRACES, additional health certificates, and possible customs duties).
No. The US is classified as a low-risk rabies country for cats. A rabies titer test (FAVN) is not required. You only need a microchip, rabies vaccination (at least 21 days before travel), and a USDA-endorsed health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival.
No. Luxembourg does not recognise emotional support animals as a separate category. ESAs must follow the same import requirements as any pet cat: microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and, if from a high-risk country, a titer test and import permit. Service dogs (trained for specific tasks) may have different rules, but for cats, no exemptions apply.
The EU Animal Health Certificate (Annex IV) is valid for 10 days from the date of issue for entry into Luxembourg. It must be issued no more than 10 days before the cat's arrival. For non-EU countries, the third-country health certificate also has a 10-day validity window.
Yes. Cats from high-risk rabies countries require an import permit from the Luxembourg veterinary authority (Administration des services vétérinaires). You must apply at least 30 days before travel. The permit is issued after reviewing the rabies titer test results and other documents.
Yes, but the rabies vaccination cannot be given before 12 weeks of age, so kittens under 12 weeks cannot meet the 21-day waiting period. They may enter only if they have never been in a high-risk rabies country and are accompanied by a health certificate. Check with the Luxembourg veterinary authority for specific rules on very young kittens.

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

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 in the country of origin · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • ISO 11784/11785 microchip certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccine date and validity
  • EU health certificate (Annex IV) for non-commercial movement
  • Pet passport (if from EU/EEA) or third-country veterinary certificate

Rough budget

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

Ferrets from EU-equivalent territories (Andorra, San Marino, Vatican) follow EU intra-community rules. No additional testing or permit needed.

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 in the country of origin (e.g., USDA-accredited vet for US, APHA for UK) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • ISO 11784/11785 microchip certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccine date and validity
  • EU health certificate (Annex IV) for non-commercial movement
  • Third-country veterinary certificate endorsed by the competent authority

Rough budget

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

Ferrets from low-risk non-EU countries (e.g., US, UK, Japan) must enter via a Travaux Publics Border Inspection Post (BIP) if arriving by air. No quarantine.

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 in the country of origin · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Documents checklist

  • ISO 11784/11785 microchip certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • FAVN titer test certificate (≥0.5 IU/ml)
  • EU health certificate (Annex IV) for non-commercial movement
  • Import permit from ALVA
  • Third-country veterinary certificate

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.

Ferrets from high-risk countries must enter via a Travaux Publics BIP. The 90-day waiting period after FAVN test is mandatory. No quarantine after arrival if all documents are in order.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

No. Non-commercial movement is limited to 5 pets (including ferrets) per person. If you bring more than 5, commercial import rules apply — you'll need a commercial health certificate, an import permit, and the animals must enter through a Travaux Publics BIP. Contact ALVA for details.
No. The US is classified as a low-risk country for rabies. Ferrets from the US do not need a FAVN titer test. They need an ISO microchip, rabies vaccination (at least 21 days before travel), and an EU health certificate endorsed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian.
No. Luxembourg does not exempt emotional support or service animals from standard pet import requirements. Your ferret must still meet all microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if applicable) titer test rules. No special documentation or waivers are available.
There is no minimum age specified for ferrets. However, the rabies vaccine must be given at least 12 weeks of age, and the 21-day waiting period after vaccination applies. So the earliest a ferret can enter is around 15 weeks old (12 weeks + 21 days).
Yes. For ferrets from high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, India), you must obtain an import permit from the Luxembourg Veterinary and Food Administration (ALVA) before travel. Apply at least 30 days in advance. The permit is free but requires a completed application form and supporting documents.
No. Even when arriving from another EU country (e.g., France), your ferret needs a valid EU pet passport or an EU health certificate (Annex IV) issued within the last 10 days. The passport must show microchip and rabies vaccination details. No border check is routine, but random checks occur.
You must keep the rabies vaccine up to date according to the vaccine manufacturer's booster schedule (usually every 1-3 years). If it expires, your ferret is considered unvaccinated and may need to be revaccinated and wait 21 days before leaving Luxembourg. For stays longer than the vaccine validity, consult a local vet for a booster.

Good to know

All pets must be microchipped with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant chip before rabies vaccination. Rabies vaccination must be administered at least 21 days before travel. For pets from non-EU countries, an additional rabies antibody titre test may be required depending on the origin's rabies risk category.

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