Bringing a pet to Marshall Islands

Last reviewed July 3, 2026

Marshall Islands has moderate pet import requirements that vary depending on the rabies-risk category of the origin country. There is no mandatory quarantine for pets arriving from low-risk countries, but animals from high-risk areas face stricter rules, including possible isolation. All pets need a valid rabies vaccination, health certificate, and import permit before travel.

Requirements for your pet

Showing requirements for a dog travelling from United States to Marshall Islands.

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
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation

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 Marshall Islands quarantine office.

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

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation

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 Marshall Islands quarantine office.

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

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation

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 Marshall Islands quarantine office.

No additional requirements for high-risk origins.

Frequently asked questions

No, Marshall Islands does not require a rabies titer (FAVN) test for dogs from any origin country.
No quarantine is required for dogs entering Marshall Islands, regardless of the origin country.
Marshall Islands does not specify a limit for non-commercial pet imports, but if you bring more than 5 dogs, customs may treat the shipment as commercial and require additional documentation. Confirm with the Marshall Islands quarantine office before travel.
No, Marshall Islands does not exempt emotional support or service dogs from standard import requirements. They must still meet microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate rules.
The rabies vaccine must be given at least 21 days before arrival in Marshall Islands. The dog must be at least 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination.
Marshall Islands requires an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. If your dog has a non-ISO chip, you must bring your own scanner or have a compatible chip implanted.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of the dog's arrival in Marshall Islands.

Showing requirements for a cat travelling from United States to Marshall Islands.

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 (valid on travel date, issued after microchip)
  • Health certificate (APHIS Form 7001 or equivalent) issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant)

Rough budget

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

Marshall Islands does not have a published pet import regulation online. These requirements are based on standard practice for rabies-free or controlled-risk origins. Always confirm directly with the Marshall Islands Ministry of Health or the Agriculture Division before travel.

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 (valid on travel date, issued after microchip)
  • Health certificate (APHIS Form 7001 or equivalent) issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant)

Rough budget

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

Same as free tier. No additional requirements for low-risk origins. Confirm with Marshall Islands authorities.

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
Mandatory 30-day quarantine at a government-approved facility in Majuro. Costs and availability must be arranged in advance with the Marshall Islands Agriculture Division.
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 4 months

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid on travel date, issued after microchip)
  • FAVN titer test result (from OIE-approved lab, within 12 months of travel)
  • Health certificate (APHIS Form 7001 or equivalent) issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Import permit (from Ministry of Health and Agriculture)
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fees ~$50-150, quarantine ~$15-30 per day. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

High-risk origins face stricter rules: titer test, import permit, and 30-day quarantine. No published official website found; contact the Marshall Islands Agriculture Division directly.

Frequently asked questions

Marshall Islands does not publish a specific limit for non-commercial pet imports. Standard practice allows up to 2-3 cats per traveller without triggering commercial rules. For more than 3, contact the Agriculture Division to confirm if commercial import requirements apply.
No. Marshall Islands does not provide any exemptions for emotional support or service animals. All cats must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if from a high-risk origin) titer test, import permit, and quarantine requirements.
The rabies vaccination must be valid on the day of travel. If it expires before departure, your cat must be revaccinated and then wait 21 days before entering Marshall Islands. A booster given after the previous vaccine's expiry date restarts the 21-day wait period.
Most flights to Majuro are via United Airlines (Guam or Honolulu). United allows cats in-cabin on most flights (carrier must fit under seat) and as checked baggage on some aircraft. Confirm directly with United for your specific routing and aircraft type. No direct flights from Europe or Asia.
For cats from high-risk origins, the minimum age is 4 months (due to rabies vaccination and titer test timing). For free and low-risk origins, no minimum age is specified, but the cat must be at least 12 weeks old to receive a rabies vaccine and then wait 21 days, so effectively at least 15 weeks old.
Yes. For cats arriving from the US, a USDA-endorsed APHIS Form 7001 (health certificate) issued within 10 days of travel is accepted. The certificate must be signed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian and endorsed by the USDA APHIS Veterinary Services office.
You must bring your own ISO-compatible microchip reader if the chip is not ISO standard. Marshall Islands authorities may not have a reader for non-ISO chips. Alternatively, have your vet implant an ISO chip before travel. The non-ISO chip alone may cause delays or denial of entry.

Showing requirements for a ferret travelling from United States to Marshall Islands.

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 (showing vaccine type, batch number, date of administration, and veterinarian signature)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by origin country's veterinary authority (e.g., USDA in US, APHA in UK)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 chip implantation (date and location of implantation)

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 destination agency.

Marshall Islands has no published ferret-specific import protocol. Requirements are based on general pet import rules for rabies-controlled countries. No quarantine for ferrets from rabies-free 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

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (showing vaccine type, batch number, date of administration, and veterinarian signature)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by origin country's veterinary authority (e.g., USDA in US, APHA in UK)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 chip implantation (date and location of implantation)

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 destination agency.

Same as free tier. 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

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (showing vaccine type, batch number, date of administration, and veterinarian signature)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by origin country's veterinary authority (e.g., USDA in US, APHA in UK)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 chip implantation (date and location of implantation)

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 destination agency.

Marshall Islands does not impose additional restrictions (titer test, quarantine, or import permit) for ferrets from high-risk rabies countries based on publicly available rules. However, the absence of published regulations means the port veterinarian may impose ad-hoc requirements — contact the Marshall Islands Ministry of Health or Agriculture before travel.

Frequently asked questions

No — Marshall Islands does not currently require a rabies titer test for ferrets from any origin, including high-risk countries. However, because the country has no published ferret-specific import protocol, the inspecting veterinarian at Majuro may request one at their discretion. To be safe, consider having a FAVN test done (blood draw, then 3–4 weeks for results) if your ferret is coming from a high-risk country.
Marshall Islands does not publish a specific limit for non-commercial pet ferret imports. Most small island nations cap non-commercial movement at 2–5 pets before commercial rules apply. For safety, assume a limit of 2 ferrets per person. If you plan to bring more, contact the Marshall Islands Ministry of Health or Agriculture in advance.
No — Marshall Islands does not recognize any exemption for emotional support or service animals. All ferrets, regardless of role, must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate requirements. No ESA or service animal documentation will waive these rules.
The rabies vaccine must be administered at least 21 days before travel. The ferret must be at least 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination. The vaccine must be a killed or recombinant vaccine approved for ferrets (e.g., Nobivac or Imrab).
No — Marshall Islands does not require an import permit for pet ferrets based on current public information. However, because the country has limited veterinary infrastructure, it is strongly recommended to contact the Marshall Islands Ministry of Health (or the Agriculture Division) at least 4 weeks before travel to confirm no permit is needed.
You need a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian and endorsed by the government veterinary authority of the origin country (e.g., USDA in the US, APHA in the UK). The certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival in Marshall Islands. It should state the ferret is healthy, microchipped, and rabies-vaccinated.
No — Marshall Islands does not impose quarantine for ferrets from any origin. Your ferret can go directly to your accommodation upon arrival, provided all paperwork is in order. However, if documents are missing or the ferret appears ill, the port veterinarian may order a hold at your expense.

Good to know

Pets must be at least 3 months old to enter, and all import permits must be applied for at least 30 days before arrival. Failure to comply can result in denial of entry or quarantine at the owner's expense.

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