Bringing a pet to Serbia

Last reviewed October 2, 2026

Serbia is not an EU member state and is not bound by the EU Pet Travel Scheme, but its pet import rules for dogs, cats, and ferrets broadly follow EU-style requirements. Microchipping and a current rabies vaccination are standard, and a veterinary health certificate is typically required. There is no routine quarantine for properly documented pets. Requirements can differ by the animal's origin rabies-risk status, so owners should verify exact requirements with Serbia's veterinary authority before travel.

Requirements for your pet

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

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

Breed restrictions

Serbia does not have a nationwide breed ban for dogs. However, some airlines may have restrictions on brachycephalic breeds for transport. Check with your airline.

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Official veterinary health certificate
  • Microchip certificate or proof of microchip
  • EU pet passport (if issued by an EU country) accepted

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200. No titer test or import permit is required for this tier. Prices vary by provider and country; confirm locally.

Pets from free-tier origins (e.g., Andorra, San Marino, Vatican City) are generally treated similarly to low-risk origins. No quarantine or titer test required if rabies vaccination is current.

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 veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority of the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

Serbia does not have a nationwide breed ban for dogs. However, some airlines may have restrictions on brachycephalic breeds for transport. Check with your airline.

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Official veterinary health certificate
  • Microchip certificate or proof of microchip
  • EU pet passport (if issued by an EU country) accepted

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200. No titer test or import permit is required for this tier. Prices vary by provider and country; confirm locally.

Pets from low-risk origins (e.g., most of Europe, US, UK, Japan, Australia) must have a microchip, current rabies vaccination, and a health certificate. No titer test or quarantine required.

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
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

Breed restrictions

Serbia does not have a nationwide breed ban for dogs. However, some airlines may have restrictions on brachycephalic breeds for transport. Check with your airline.

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • FAVN/RFFIT titer test result from approved laboratory
  • Official veterinary health certificate
  • Microchip certificate or proof of microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, FAVN titer test ~$100–250. No import permit is required for this tier. Prices vary by provider and country; confirm locally.

Pets from high-risk origins (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East) require a rabies titer test. The test must be done at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 3 months before travel. No quarantine if all requirements are met.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

Serbia generally allows up to 5 pets (dogs, cats, ferrets) per traveller for non-commercial movement. If you exceed this number, the animals may be considered commercial and require additional import permits and veterinary inspections. Confirm with the Serbian Veterinary Directorate before travel.
Yes. Serbia does not exempt emotional support or service animals from standard import rules. All dogs, including service animals, must have a microchip, current rabies vaccination, and a health certificate. A titer test is required if coming from a high-risk country. No quarantine is imposed if documentation is complete.
No. The United States is considered a low-risk country for rabies, so a titer test is not required. Your dog needs a microchip, a current rabies vaccination (at least 21 days old), and a health certificate issued within 10 days of travel.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days before arrival in Serbia. It must be endorsed by an official government veterinarian from the origin country.
No. Serbia requires all dogs to be identified with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. If your dog does not have one, it must be implanted before rabies vaccination. The microchip number must appear on all documents.
No. Serbia does not require an import permit for non-commercial movement of dogs, regardless of origin country, as long as all other requirements (microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and titer test if applicable) are met.
If documentation is incomplete, Serbian authorities may deny entry, place the dog in quarantine at the owner's expense, or return the animal to the origin country. Quarantine, if imposed, is typically for up to 6 months and can be costly. Ensure all paperwork is correct before travel.

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

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 (administered at least 21 days before travel and valid at entry)
  • Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Pet passport (if travelling from an EU country)

Rough budget

Approximate ranges: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50. No titer test or import permit is required for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Serbian Ministry of Agriculture.

Serbia is not an EU member but applies EU-aligned rules for cats from free-tier origins (e.g., Andorra, San Marino, Vatican City). No quarantine for compliant cats. The microchip must be implanted before or at the same time as the rabies vaccination.

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 (administered at least 21 days before travel and valid at entry)
  • Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Pet passport (if travelling from an EU country)

Rough budget

Approximate ranges: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50. No titer test or import permit is required for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Serbian Ministry of Agriculture.

Serbia accepts cats from low-risk countries (most of Europe, US, UK, Japan, Australia, etc.) under rules similar to the EU Pet Travel Scheme. No rabies titer test or import permit is required. The microchip must be implanted before or at the same time as the rabies vaccination.

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 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

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (administered at least 21 days before travel and valid at entry)
  • FAVN rabies titer test result from an EU-approved laboratory (≥0.5 IU/ml)
  • Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Import permit issued by the Serbian Ministry of Agriculture

Rough budget

Approximate ranges: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50, FAVN titer test €100–250, import permit fee €50–100. No quarantine fee applies for compliant cats. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Serbian Ministry of Agriculture.

Cats from high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East) must have a rabies titer test (FAVN) at least 90 days before travel, and an import permit is required. The microchip must be implanted before or at the same time as the rabies vaccination. No quarantine is required if all conditions are met.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Serbia allows up to 5 pets (cats or dogs) per traveller for non-commercial movement. If you bring more than 5, the shipment is considered commercial and requires additional veterinary and customs procedures, including a commercial import permit and compliance with trade regulations. Each cat must meet all health and documentation requirements individually.
Yes. Serbia does not grant exemptions for emotional support or service animals. All cats, regardless of their role, must meet the same import requirements: microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and for high-risk origins, a rabies titer test and import permit. Airlines may have separate policies for cabin travel, but the country's import rules apply equally.
Cats from high-risk countries must have a rabies titer test (FAVN) performed at an EU-approved laboratory. The test must be done at least 30 days after rabies vaccination and at least 90 days before travel. The result must be at least 0.5 IU/ml. The titer test is not required for cats from low-risk or free-tier countries.
Yes, all cats entering Serbia must be identified with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. The microchip must be implanted before or at the same time as the rabies vaccination. If the microchip is implanted after the rabies vaccination, the vaccination is considered invalid and must be repeated.
Your cat must be vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before travel. The vaccine must be administered when the cat is at least 12 weeks (3 months) old. The vaccination must be valid at the time of travel, meaning it must not have expired. For high-risk countries, the rabies titer test must also be done at least 90 days before travel.
You need an official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. The certificate must be issued by an official government veterinarian or an accredited veterinarian endorsed by the competent authority of the origin country. The certificate confirms that your cat is healthy and free from signs of infectious diseases. For EU countries, a pet passport can replace the health certificate.
No, Serbia does not impose quarantine on cats that meet all import requirements. If your cat has the correct microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (for high-risk origins) titer test and import permit, it can enter without quarantine. If requirements are not met, the animal may be refused entry or placed in quarantine at the owner's expense.

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

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, endorsed by the competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, with microchip number)
  • Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Proof of ISO microchip implantation (or certificate if implanted before vaccination)

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50. No titer test or import permit applies for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Serbian Veterinary Directorate.

Serbia does not require a rabies titer test or import permit for ferrets from free-tier origins. Ferrets are not subject to the EU Pet Travel Scheme non-commercial movement rules, but Serbia applies equivalent practical requirements. The animal must be at least 3 months old at vaccination and wait 21 days after primary vaccination before entry.

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, endorsed by the competent authority (e.g. USDA APHIS for US, DEFRA for UK) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, with microchip number)
  • Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Proof of ISO microchip implantation

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–200, rabies vaccination €20–50. No titer test or import permit applies for this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Serbian Veterinary Directorate.

Same requirements as free-tier origins. Serbia does not require a rabies titer test or import permit for ferrets from low-risk origins. The animal must be at least 3 months old at vaccination and wait 21 days after primary vaccination before entry.

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, endorsed by the competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, with microchip number)
  • FAVN/RFFIT rabies titer test result from an approved laboratory (≥0.5 IU/ml)
  • Official veterinary health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Import permit issued by the Serbian Veterinary Directorate
  • Proof of ISO microchip implantation

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–200, rabies vaccination €20–50, FAVN titer test €100–250, import permit fee €50–150. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Serbian Veterinary Directorate.

Ferrets from high-risk rabies countries require a rabies titer test (FAVN/RFFIT) with a result ≥0.5 IU/ml, performed at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 90 days before travel. An import permit from the Serbian Veterinary Directorate is mandatory. No quarantine is imposed if all documents are in order, but the animal may be subject to inspection at the border.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, Serbia allows the import of pet ferrets. They are not classified as livestock or dangerous animals. You must comply with rabies vaccination, microchip, and health certificate requirements. Ferrets from high-risk rabies countries also need a titer test and an import permit.
Yes. All ferrets entering Serbia must be vaccinated against rabies with an approved vaccine. The vaccine must be given when the ferret is at least 3 months (12 weeks) old, and you must wait 21 days after the primary vaccination before travel. Annual boosters are required to maintain validity.
Yes. Your ferret must be identified with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. If the microchip was implanted after the rabies vaccination, the vaccination is considered invalid and must be repeated. The microchip number must appear on all documents.
Serbia does not impose a specific numerical limit for non-commercial pet ferrets, but if you are bringing more than 5 ferrets, they may be considered a commercial shipment and require additional veterinary import permits and compliance with trade regulations. For 1–5 pets, the non-commercial rules apply.
No. Serbia does not exempt emotional support animals or service animals from the standard import requirements. All ferrets, regardless of their role, must meet the same rabies vaccination, microchip, health certificate, and (if applicable) titer test and permit rules. Airlines may have separate policies, but the country's import rules apply equally.
Ferrets from countries classified as high-risk for rabies (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East) must have a rabies titer test (FAVN or RFFIT) with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml. The test must be done at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 90 days before travel. The test must be performed at an OIE/WHO-approved laboratory.
Only if your ferret is coming from a high-risk rabies country. For free and low-risk origins, no import permit is required. For high-risk origins, you must obtain an import permit from the Serbian Veterinary Directorate (Uprava za veterinu) before travel. Apply at least 30 days in advance.

Good to know

Serbia is not an EU member state, so EU pet passports are not issued by Serbian authorities, but EU-issued passports are generally accepted for entry. The competent authority is the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management – Veterinary Directorate. Confirm current requirements with the Serbian embassy or the Veterinary Directorate before travel, as rules can change.

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