Bringing a pet to Slovakia

Last reviewed October 2, 2026

Slovakia is an EU member state applying the EU Pet Travel Scheme for non-commercial dog movement. Requirements depend on the origin country's rabies risk status: EU/listed countries need a microchip, rabies vaccination, and an EU pet passport or health certificate; unlisted countries also require a rabies titer test. No quarantine applies if all requirements are met.

Requirements for your pet

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

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 authorized veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

Slovakia does not ban specific dog breeds at the national level. Some municipalities may have restrictions on certain breeds (e.g., Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier). Check with local authorities. Some airlines may refuse to transport brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Pugs, Bulldogs) due to respiratory risks.

Documents checklist

  • EU pet passport or equivalent health certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate or proof of microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50. Prices vary by provider; confirm locally.

For EU/listed third countries, an EU pet passport is sufficient. 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)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian or authorized veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

Slovakia does not ban specific dog breeds at the national level. Some municipalities may have restrictions on certain breeds (e.g., Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier). Check with local authorities. Some airlines may refuse to transport brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Pugs, Bulldogs) due to respiratory risks.

Documents checklist

  • EU health certificate or pet passport
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate or proof of microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50. Prices vary by provider; confirm locally.

For listed third countries (e.g., USA, UK, Japan, Australia), an EU health certificate issued by an official veterinarian is required. No titer test or quarantine.

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 · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

Slovakia does not ban specific dog breeds at the national level. Some municipalities may have restrictions on certain breeds (e.g., Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier). Check with local authorities. Some airlines may refuse to transport brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Pugs, Bulldogs) due to respiratory risks.

Documents checklist

  • EU health certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • FAVN titer test result from EU-approved lab
  • Microchip certificate or proof of microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50, FAVN titer test €100–250. Prices vary by provider; confirm locally.

For unlisted third countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa), a rabies titer test is required. The pet must be microchipped before vaccination. No quarantine if all requirements are met.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

Up to 5 pets per traveller can be moved non-commercially. If you bring more than 5, the movement is considered commercial and requires additional veterinary certification and possibly an import permit.
No. Slovakia does not exempt service dogs or emotional support animals from the standard import rules. They must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, and documentation requirements as pet dogs. Guide dogs for the blind may be exempt from the titer test requirement if they meet certain conditions, but they still need a microchip and valid rabies vaccination.
Puppies must be at least 12 weeks old for rabies vaccination, and then wait 21 days after vaccination before travel. So the minimum age for entry is 15 weeks (about 3.5 months). For high-risk countries, the puppy must also have a titer test at least 30 days after vaccination and wait 3 months after the test, making the minimum age around 7 months.
No. The USA is a listed third country, so a titer test is not required. You need a microchip, rabies vaccination, and an EU health certificate issued by a USDA-accredited veterinarian and endorsed by APHIS.
The UK is a listed third country. You need a microchip, rabies vaccination (at least 21 days before travel), and an EU health certificate or a UK pet passport. The pet passport is accepted for travel to Slovakia. No titer test or quarantine.
Yes, but Thailand is an unlisted third country. You need a microchip, rabies vaccination, a rabies titer test (FAVN) from an EU-approved lab at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 3 months before travel, and an EU health certificate. No quarantine if all requirements are met.
No quarantine is required for dogs entering Slovakia from any country if all import requirements (microchip, rabies vaccination, titer test if applicable, health certificate) are met. If requirements are not met, the dog may be quarantined or returned at the owner's expense.

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

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

  • EU pet passport (or equivalent) with rabies vaccination record
  • Microchip certificate (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days prior to travel
  • Official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel (if not using EU pet passport)

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50. No titer test, permit, or quarantine fee applies in this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Slovak State Veterinary and Food Administration (ŠVPS).

Slovakia follows EU Pet Travel Scheme rules for cats from EU/EEA countries and territories with equivalent rabies status (e.g., Andorra, San Marino, Vatican City). No quarantine, titer test, or import permit required. The cat must be at least 3 months old for rabies vaccination, and travel must occur at least 21 days after the primary 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 of the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • EU pet passport (or equivalent) with rabies vaccination record
  • Microchip certificate (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days prior to travel
  • Official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel (if not using EU pet passport)

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50. No titer test, permit, or quarantine fee applies in this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Slovak State Veterinary and Food Administration (ŠVPS).

For cats from low-risk countries (e.g., USA, UK, Japan, Australia), Slovakia applies the same EU Pet Travel Scheme rules as for free-tier origins. No titer test or quarantine required. The cat must be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before travel, and accompanied by a health certificate or EU pet passport.

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

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • EU pet passport (or equivalent) with rabies vaccination record
  • Microchip certificate (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days prior to travel
  • FAVN rabies titer test result from an EU-approved laboratory, showing antibody level ≥0.5 IU/ml
  • Official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Declaration of non-commercial movement

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50, FAVN titer test €100–250. No permit or quarantine fee applies in this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Slovak State Veterinary and Food Administration (ŠVPS).

For cats from high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, Asia, Middle East), Slovakia requires a rabies titer test (FAVN) with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml, taken at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 3 months before travel. No quarantine is required if all conditions are met. The cat must be microchipped, vaccinated, and accompanied by a health certificate. The titer test is valid for the cat's lifetime as long as rabies vaccinations are kept up to date.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

A single non-commercial traveller may bring up to 5 cats into Slovakia. If you exceed 5 cats, the movement is considered commercial, and you must comply with additional trade regulations, including possible import permits and veterinary inspections. This limit applies regardless of the origin country's rabies-risk tier.
Yes. Slovakia does not grant exemptions for emotional support or service cats. All cats entering Slovakia must comply with the same import rules: microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and, if applicable, a rabies titer test. There is no waiver for assistance animals.
A kitten must be at least 3 months (12 weeks) old to receive the rabies vaccination, and then must wait 21 days after the vaccination before travel. Therefore, the minimum age for entry is 15 weeks (3 months + 21 days). For high-risk origins, the kitten must also have a rabies titer test at least 3 months before travel, making the minimum age 7 months.
No. The USA is considered a low-risk country for rabies, so a rabies titer test is not required for cats entering Slovakia from the USA. The cat only needs a microchip, rabies vaccination at least 21 days prior, and a health certificate.
No. Slovakia requires all cats entering the country to be microchipped with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. If your cat is not microchipped, it must be microchipped before rabies vaccination, and the vaccination record must be linked to the microchip number. Without a microchip, entry is not permitted.
The health certificate must be issued by an official government veterinarian within 10 days before arrival in Slovakia. For EU pet passports, the passport itself serves as the health certificate and does not expire, but the rabies vaccination must be current.
No. Slovakia does not impose any breed bans or restrictions on cats. All domestic cat breeds are allowed entry, provided they meet the general import requirements. However, check with your airline for any carrier-specific restrictions on brachycephalic breeds.

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

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 not expired
  • Official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Slovak veterinary authority.

Ferrets are covered by the EU Pet Travel Scheme (Regulation (EU) No 576/2013). For movement between EU Member States or from listed third countries, a pet passport or health certificate is required. Ferrets must be identified with an ISO 11784/11785 microchip and vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before travel. No titer test or quarantine is 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)
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 not expired
  • Official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip €30–50, health certificate €50–150, rabies vaccination €20–50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Slovak veterinary authority.

For ferrets from low-risk non-EU countries, the same rules as for free-tier origins apply: ISO microchip, rabies vaccination at least 21 days before travel, and an official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. No titer test or quarantine is 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 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 not expired
  • FAVN rabies titer test result from an EU-approved laboratory showing at least 0.5 IU/ml
  • Official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip
  • Import permit issued by the Slovak veterinary authority

Rough budget

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

Ferrets from high-risk countries must have a rabies titer test (FAVN) with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml. The test must be done at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 3 months before travel. An import permit is required. No quarantine is imposed if all conditions are met.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Slovakia follows EU rules for non-commercial movement of pets. The limit is 5 ferrets per traveller. If you bring more than 5, the movement is considered commercial and requires additional veterinary certification and possibly an import licence.
No. Slovakia does not exempt emotional support or service animals from standard import requirements. All ferrets must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate rules. There is no special exemption for service ferrets.
Ferrets must be at least 3 months (12 weeks) old and vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before travel. They cannot enter if younger than 3 months.
It depends on the origin country. Ferrets from EU Member States or listed third countries (free/low-risk) do not need a titer test. Ferrets from high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa) must have a FAVN titer test with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml, performed at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 3 months before travel.
You need an official health certificate issued by a government veterinarian of the origin country within 10 days of travel. The certificate must confirm the ferret's microchip number, rabies vaccination date, and that the animal is healthy and fit to travel.
No. Slovakia does not impose quarantine on ferrets that meet all entry requirements (microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and titer test if applicable). If requirements are not met, the animal may be quarantined or refused entry.
Yes, but the US is considered a low-risk country for rabies. Your ferret needs an ISO microchip, a rabies vaccination at least 21 days before travel, and an official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. No titer test or import permit is required.

Good to know

Slovakia follows EU Regulation 576/2013. EU and listed third countries have simpler rules; unlisted third countries require a rabies titer test from an EU-approved laboratory. Verify current requirements with the Slovak State Veterinary and Food Administration (ŠVPS) or your vet before travel.

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