Bringing a pet to Romania

Last reviewed July 3, 2026

Romania enforces moderate-to-strict entry requirements for dogs, cats, and ferrets, with rules that vary depending on the rabies-risk classification of the country of origin. All pets need an ISO microchip, rabies vaccination, and an EU-style health certificate or pet passport, but pets from high-risk countries face additional testing and waiting periods. There is no routine quarantine for compliant pets, but border officials may impose isolation if documentation is incomplete.

Requirements for your pet

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

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 (EU Annex IV form for EU-origin pets) · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Breed restrictions

Romania does not have a national breed ban, but some airlines may restrict brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs) during hot months. Check with your airline.

Documents checklist

EU Pet Passport or third-country health certificate (EU Annex IV form)
Rabies vaccination certificate
Microchip certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, rabies vaccine ~$20-60, health certificate ~$50-150, EU Pet Passport ~$30-80 if needed. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

Pets from EU Member States, Andorra, San Marino, Vatican City, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and UK (via EU-listed routes) can use an EU Pet Passport. No titer test or permit needed.

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

Romania does not have a national breed ban, but some airlines may restrict brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs) during hot months. Check with your airline.

Documents checklist

Third-country health certificate (EU Annex IV form)
Rabies vaccination certificate
Microchip certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, rabies vaccine ~$20-60, health certificate ~$100-200. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

Pets from low-risk countries (e.g., USA, Canada, Japan, Australia, UK if not using EU passport route) need a third-country health certificate endorsed by the competent authority. No titer test or permit required.

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

Import permit

Required

Breed restrictions

Romania does not have a national breed ban, but some airlines may restrict brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs) during hot months. Check with your airline.

Documents checklist

Import permit from ANSVSA
Third-country health certificate (EU Annex IV form)
Rabies vaccination certificate
FAVN titer test certificate
Microchip certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, rabies vaccine ~$20-60, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fees ~$50-150. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

Pets from high-risk countries must have a rabies titer test (FAVN) with a result ≥0.5 IU/mL, and an import permit from ANSVSA. The 3-month waiting period after the titer test blood draw applies.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, if your dog originates from a high-risk country (e.g., Thailand, Russia, India), a FAVN titer test is required. The blood sample must be taken at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination and at least 3 months before travel. The result must show at least 0.5 IU/mL.

You may bring up to 5 dogs under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 5, commercial import regulations apply, which require additional documentation and fees.

No, Romania does not impose quarantine for dogs from any origin, provided all entry requirements (microchip, rabies vaccination, titer test if applicable, health certificate, import permit if needed) are met.

The rabies vaccination must be given at 12 weeks of age or older, and the 21-day waiting period after vaccination must be completed before travel. So the dog must be at least 15 weeks old to enter.

No, emotional support dogs are not exempt and must meet all standard import requirements. Service dogs (e.g., guide dogs) may have slightly streamlined paperwork but still need microchip, rabies vaccination, and a health certificate. No exemption from titer testing or permits for high-risk origins.

From the USA (low-risk), you need: an ISO microchip, rabies vaccination (given at 12 weeks or older, with 21-day wait), a USDA-endorsed health certificate (EU Annex IV form) issued within 10 days of travel, and proof of microchip. No titer test or import permit is required.

The health certificate must be issued no more than 10 days before the dog's arrival in Romania. For EU Pet Passports, the rabies vaccination entry must be valid (21 days after vaccination) and the passport itself has no expiry, but the rabies booster must be kept up to date.

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

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 EU-authorised veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Documents checklist

EU Pet Passport (if from EU/Andorra/San Marino/Vatican) or third-country veterinary certificate
Rabies vaccination certificate showing microchip number, vaccine details, and validity date
Microchip implantation certificate or proof of ISO chip
Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~€30-60, EU Pet Passport ~€20-50, health certificate ~€50-150, rabies vaccine ~€30-80. Confirm with a local vet and Romania's ANSVSA.

Cats from rabies-free EU-equivalent territories (Andorra, San Marino, Vatican) follow EU intra-community rules. No titer test or import permit needed. No quarantine.

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 for US, DEFRA for UK, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Documents checklist

Third-country veterinary health certificate (model EU Annex IV or equivalent) endorsed by origin country's competent authority
Rabies vaccination certificate showing microchip number, vaccine details, and validity date
Microchip implantation certificate or proof of ISO chip
Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~€30-60, rabies vaccine ~€30-80, health certificate ~€100-200, USDA/DEFRA endorsement fee ~€50-150. Confirm with a local vet and Romania's ANSVSA.

Cats from low-risk non-EU countries (e.g., US, UK, Japan, Australia) need a third-country health certificate endorsed by the origin's official veterinary service. No titer test or import permit required. No quarantine.

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 for US, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Required

Documents checklist

Third-country veterinary health certificate (model EU Annex IV or equivalent) endorsed by origin country's competent authority
Rabies vaccination certificate showing microchip number, vaccine details, and validity date
Microchip implantation certificate or proof of ISO chip
FAVN titer test certificate (rabies serology) showing titre ≥ 0.5 IU/ml
Import permit from Romania's ANSVSA
Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~€30-60, rabies vaccine ~€30-80, FAVN titer test ~€100-250, health certificate ~€100-200, import permit fee ~€20-50, USDA/DEFRA endorsement fee ~€50-150. Confirm with a local vet and Romania's ANSVSA.

Cats from high-risk rabies countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, India, most of Africa, Middle East, South Asia) require a FAVN titer test with a minimum 90-day waiting period after the test, and an import permit from ANSVSA. No quarantine upon arrival if all paperwork is in order.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, non-commercial travellers may bring up to 5 cats or dogs per person without triggering commercial import rules. If you bring more than 5, the shipment is considered commercial and must comply with EU commercial animal movement regulations, including additional paperwork and possible customs clearance through a licensed importer.

No. The United States is classified as a low-risk rabies country by the EU. Cats from the US do not need a FAVN titer test. They only need an ISO microchip, a rabies vaccination (given at least 21 days before travel), and a USDA-endorsed health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival.

No. Romania does not recognise 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. Service dogs may have limited exceptions under EU law, but cats are not covered.

The rabies vaccination must be valid on the day of travel. If it expires before your arrival, you must get a booster and wait 21 days from the booster date before entering Romania. The microchip must be implanted before the booster vaccination. A lapsed vaccination does not require a new titer test if the cat was previously vaccinated and has a documented history.

That depends on the airline's policy, not Romanian import rules. Romania itself does not ban cabin travel for cats. Most airlines allow cats in the cabin if they are in an approved carrier that fits under the seat, but weight and size limits vary (typically up to 8 kg including carrier). Check with your specific airline before booking.

Yes. Cats arriving from high-risk rabies countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, India) require an import permit issued by Romania's National Sanitary Veterinary and Food Safety Authority (ANSVSA). You must apply at least 30 days before travel. The permit is valid for a single entry and must be presented with the health certificate and FAVN titer test results at the border.

The kitten must be at least 12 weeks old to receive a rabies vaccination. After vaccination, a 21-day waiting period applies, so the earliest a kitten can enter is 15 weeks old. There is no separate minimum age requirement beyond the rabies vaccination schedule. Kittens under 12 weeks cannot be vaccinated and therefore cannot meet the rabies requirement.

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

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

Microchip certificate (ISO 11784/11785)
Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, administered after microchip)
EU Animal Health Certificate (Annex IV, Part 2) issued within 10 days of travel
Declaration of non-commercial movement (signed by owner)

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 Romanian National Sanitary Veterinary and Food Safety Authority (ANSVSA).

Ferrets from EU-equivalent territories (Andorra, San Marino, Vatican) follow same rules as EU-origin pets. No titer test or import 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 or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Documents checklist

Microchip certificate (ISO 11784/11785)
Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, administered after microchip)
Third-country Animal Health Certificate (Annex IV, Part 1) issued within 10 days of travel
Declaration of non-commercial movement (signed by owner)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and ANSVSA.

Ferrets from low-risk non-EU countries (e.g. US, UK, Japan) need a third-country health certificate endorsed by the origin's official vet authority. No titer test or import permit required.

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 30+ days before travel

Quarantine

None

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Required

Documents checklist

Microchip certificate (ISO 11784/11785)
Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, administered after microchip)
FAVN titer test result (≥0.5 IU/mL, sample taken ≥30 days post-vaccine and ≥3 months pre-travel)
Import permit from ANSVSA (apply at least 30 days before travel)
Third-country Animal Health Certificate (Annex IV, Part 1) issued within 10 days of travel
Declaration of non-commercial movement (signed by owner)

Rough budget

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

Ferrets from high-risk countries (e.g. Thailand, Russia, India) require a FAVN titer test and an import permit from ANSVSA. No quarantine upon arrival if all paperwork is in order.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

No. All ferrets entering Romania must have a valid rabies vaccination administered after microchipping, regardless of origin. Minimum age for vaccination is 12 weeks, and you must wait 21 days after the primary vaccine before travel.

No. The US is classified as low-risk. Ferrets from the US do not need a FAVN titer test. They need an ISO microchip, rabies vaccine, and a third-country health certificate issued within 10 days of travel.

Romania follows EU rules: up to 5 pets (dogs, cats, ferrets combined) per person for non-commercial movement. If you bring more than 5, commercial import rules apply, requiring additional documentation and possible customs fees.

No. Romania does not exempt emotional support or service animals from standard pet import requirements. All ferrets must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if applicable) titer test and import permit rules.

You must keep the rabies vaccine valid according to the manufacturer's booster schedule (usually every 1-3 years). If it expires, the ferret may be considered unvaccinated and could face restrictions or quarantine if you travel again. Local vets in Romania can administer boosters.

No. Ferrets from high-risk countries must obtain an import permit from ANSVSA before travel. Apply at least 30 days in advance. The permit is issued per animal and per trip.

Yes. Even within the EU, ferrets need an EU Animal Health Certificate (Annex IV, Part 2) issued within 10 days of travel. This is standard for all non-commercial pet movements into Romania.

Good to know

Always verify the specific rabies-risk category of your departure country before travel, as the required waiting period after a rabies titer test differs by origin. The EU pet passport is accepted only for pets from EU member states; third-country pets need an official health certificate endorsed by the competent authority.

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