Bringing a pet to Macau

Last reviewed October 2, 2026

Macau is a rabies-free territory administered by the Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM). Dogs must be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies, and accompanied by an official veterinary health certificate. An import licence is required for commercial imports and for pets from high-risk rabies areas. There is no routine quarantine for properly documented pets from low-risk countries, but animals from high-risk areas may face testing or isolation. Start planning at least 2–3 months ahead and confirm current rules with IAM before travel.

Requirements for your pet

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

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 private veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority of the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Breed restrictions

Macau does not have a territory-wide breed ban for dogs, but some airlines may refuse to carry brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds such as pugs, bulldogs, and boxers due to respiratory risks. Check with your airline before booking.

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate
Official veterinary health certificate (issued within 10 days of arrival)
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip $30–50, health certificate $100–200, rabies vaccination $20–50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Macau IAM.

Pets from rabies-free countries (e.g., Andorra, San Marino, Vatican City) are generally subject to the least restrictive regime. No quarantine if documentation is complete. Confirm with IAM whether an import licence is needed for your specific origin.

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 private veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority of the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Breed restrictions

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate
Official veterinary health certificate (issued within 10 days of arrival)
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip $30–50, health certificate $100–200, rabies vaccination $20–50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Macau IAM.

Pets from low-risk rabies countries (e.g., most of Europe, US, UK, Japan, Australia) generally do not require a rabies titer test or quarantine if all documentation is in order. An import licence may be required depending on IAM's current list; check before travel.

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 90+ days before travel

Quarantine

30 days

Quarantine may be imposed at an approved facility if the titer test is not passed or documentation is incomplete. If all requirements are met, quarantine may be waived or reduced; confirm with IAM.

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian or accredited private veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority of the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Required

Breed restrictions

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate
Official veterinary health certificate (issued within 10 days of arrival)
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
Rabies titer test (FAVN) report showing ≥0.5 IU/ml
Import licence issued by IAM

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip $30–50, health certificate $100–200, rabies titer test $100–250, import licence fee $50–150, quarantine (if applicable) $500–1500. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Macau IAM.

Pets from high-risk rabies countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East) must have a passing rabies titer test and an import licence. Quarantine may be required if the titer test is not passed or if documentation is incomplete. Start the process at least 3–4 months before travel.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

Macau generally allows up to 2 dogs per person for non-commercial import without a commercial licence. If you are bringing more than 2, you may need to apply for a commercial import licence and meet additional requirements. Confirm with the Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) before travel.

It depends on the rabies risk of the country you are travelling from. Dogs from rabies-free or low-risk countries (e.g., UK, USA, Japan, most of Europe) do not need a titer test. Dogs from high-risk rabies countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa) must have a FAVN titer test showing at least 0.5 IU/ml, taken at least 30 days after rabies vaccination and at least 3 months before travel.

Quarantine is not routinely required for dogs from low-risk countries with complete documentation. Dogs from high-risk countries may be quarantined for up to 30 days if they do not have a valid titer test or if paperwork is incomplete. If all requirements are met, quarantine may be waived; confirm with IAM.

You will need: a rabies vaccination certificate (vaccine given at least 21 days before travel, dog at least 12 weeks old at vaccination), an official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, proof of an ISO 11784/11785 microchip, and an import licence if required for your origin country. For high-risk origins, a rabies titer test report is also required.

No. Macau does not exempt emotional support or service dogs from standard import requirements. All dogs must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and permit rules. Service dogs may be allowed in cabin with some airlines, but import regulations remain the same.

For low-risk countries, start at least 1–2 months ahead to ensure rabies vaccination (21-day wait) and health certificate (10-day validity) are timed correctly. For high-risk countries, start 3–4 months ahead because the rabies titer test requires a 30-day wait after vaccination and the test itself takes 2–4 weeks to process.

Macau does not ban any specific dog breeds for import. However, airlines often refuse to transport brachycephalic breeds (e.g., pugs, bulldogs, boxers) due to breathing risks. Check with your airline before booking.

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

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 of the origin country · 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
Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days before arrival
Microchip record showing ISO 11784/11785 compliant chip number

Rough budget

Approximate ranges only: microchip USD 30-50, health certificate USD 100-200, rabies vaccination USD 20-50. No titer test or import permit is required for this tier. Confirm current fees with a local veterinarian and the Macao IAM.

No rabies titer test or import permit required for cats from rabies-free countries. Rabies vaccination must be given at 12 weeks of age or older and at least 21 days before travel.

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 or accredited veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority of the origin country · 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
Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days before arrival
Microchip record showing ISO 11784/11785 compliant chip number

Rough budget

No rabies titer test or import permit required for cats from low-risk countries. Rabies vaccination must be given at 12 weeks of age or older and at least 21 days before travel.

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

Quarantine may be imposed at the discretion of the Macao IAM, typically for 7-30 days at the owner's expense.

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian or accredited veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority of the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

Import permit issued by Macao IAM (apply at least 2 weeks in advance)
Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel
FAVN rabies titer test result of at least 0.5 IU/ml from an approved laboratory, at least 3 months old before travel
Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days before arrival
Microchip record showing ISO 11784/11785 compliant chip number

Rough budget

Approximate ranges only: microchip USD 30-50, health certificate USD 100-200, rabies vaccination USD 20-50, FAVN titer test USD 100-250, import permit fee USD 50-100. Quarantine, if imposed, is at the owner's expense. Confirm current fees with a local veterinarian and the Macao IAM.

Cats from high-risk countries require an import permit and a FAVN rabies titer test of at least 0.5 IU/ml. Quarantine may be imposed at the discretion of the Macao IAM, typically for 7-30 days at the owner's expense. Rabies vaccination must be given at 12 weeks of age or older and at least 21 days before travel.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Macau does not set a specific numerical limit for non-commercial cat imports. Bringing more than 5 cats may be treated as a commercial import and require additional licensing from the Macao IAM. For 1-5 cats, standard non-commercial rules apply.

No. Macau does not exempt emotional support or service cats from standard import requirements. All cats must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and, if applicable, titer test and import permit rules. There is no separate category for assistance animals.

It depends on the origin country. Cats from rabies-free or low-risk countries (e.g., EU, US, UK, Japan, Australia) do not need a titer test. Cats from high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East) must have a FAVN test showing at least 0.5 IU/ml, performed at least 30 days after rabies vaccination and at least 3 months before travel.

The official veterinary health certificate must be issued within 10 days before arrival in Macau. It must be endorsed by a government veterinarian or an accredited veterinarian authorized by the origin country's competent authority.

Cats must be at least 12 weeks old at the time of rabies vaccination, and the vaccination must be given at least 21 days before travel. Therefore, the minimum age for entry is approximately 4 months (12 weeks plus 21 days).

Yes. All cats entering Macau must have an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. The microchip number must be recorded on the health certificate and vaccination records.

Cats from rabies-free and low-risk countries are not quarantined. Cats from high-risk countries may be quarantined at the discretion of the Macao IAM, typically for 7-30 days at the owner's expense, even with a valid titer test and import permit. Confirm quarantine requirements with the IAM before travel.

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

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 · 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 at 12 weeks of age or older
Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days before arrival
Proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate ranges only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200. No titer test, import permit, or quarantine fee applies in this tier. Confirm current fees with Macau IAM and a local vet.

Ferrets are not listed as prohibited animals in Macau but are subject to general animal health rules. Rabies vaccination must be current. No quarantine for ferrets from rabies-free countries.

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 · 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 at 12 weeks of age or older
Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days before arrival
Proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate ranges only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200. No titer test, import permit, or quarantine fee applies in this tier. Confirm current fees with Macau IAM and a local vet.

Ferrets from low-risk rabies countries do not require titer testing or 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 of the origin country · 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 at 12 weeks of age or older
FAVN rabies titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml) from an approved laboratory
Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days before arrival
Import permit issued by Macau IAM
Proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate ranges only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fee ~$50-100. No quarantine fee applies if conditions are met. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Macau IAM.

Ferrets from high-risk rabies countries require a rabies titer test and an import permit. Quarantine is not required if all conditions are met. The titer test must be done at least 90 days after the first vaccination and the result must be valid at the time of import.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, ferrets are not prohibited in Macau, but they are subject to import regulations. You must comply with vaccination, microchip, and health certificate requirements. For high-risk rabies countries, an import permit and rabies titer test are also required.

Macau does not specify a maximum number for non-commercial pet ferrets, but if you are bringing more than 5, the import may be considered commercial and require additional permits. Check with the Macau IAM for current rules.

No. Macau does not exempt emotional support or service animals from import requirements. All ferrets must meet the same health and documentation rules, including rabies vaccination and health certificates.

Only if the ferret is coming from a high-risk rabies country. For low-risk or rabies-free countries, a titer test is not required. The test must be done at least 90 days after the first rabies vaccination and show a titer of at least 0.5 IU/ml.

There is no quarantine for ferrets entering Macau if all import conditions are met. This applies to all origin tiers, including high-risk countries, provided the rabies titer test and permit are in order.

A current rabies vaccination is required. The vaccine must be given at least 21 days before travel and when the ferret is at least 12 weeks old. Other vaccinations are not mandatory but recommended.

The official veterinary health certificate must be issued within 10 days before arrival in Macau. It must be signed by a government veterinarian.

Good to know

Macau's pet import rules are administered by the Municipal Affairs Bureau (Instituto para os Assuntos Municipais, IAM). The territory is rabies-free and applies a risk-based approach. All dogs must have an ISO 11784/11785 microchip and a valid rabies vaccination. A veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel is standard. An import licence is required for commercial movements and for pets from high-risk rabies areas; non-commercial travellers from low-risk countries may not need a licence, but this should be confirmed with IAM. Quarantine is not routinely imposed on pets with complete documentation from low-risk countries, but may apply to those from high-risk areas or without proper paperwork.

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