Bringing a pet to Slovenia

Last reviewed July 3, 2026

Slovenia follows EU-wide pet travel rules, so requirements depend on where your pet is travelling from. For pets from EU-listed countries, a microchip, rabies vaccination, and EU pet passport are standard; from higher-risk third countries, additional rabies antibody testing and a 21-day wait apply. There is no routine quarantine for compliant pets, but border checks are thorough.

Requirements for your pet

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

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

  • EU Pet Passport or third-country health certificate (Annex IV of EU Reg 576/2013)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250 if required — confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

Pets from EU free territories (Andorra, San Marino, Vatican) require an EU Pet Passport issued by an authorized vet in the territory of 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 or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Third-country health certificate (Annex IV of EU Reg 576/2013)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate

Rough budget

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

Pets from low-risk countries (e.g., US, UK, Japan) need a health certificate endorsed by the competent authority of the origin country (USDA APHIS in the US).

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 or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Third-country health certificate (Annex IV of EU Reg 576/2013)
  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Microchip certificate
  • Rabies titer test (FAVN) certificate

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250 — confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

Pets from high-risk countries must also have a rabies titer test (FAVN) performed at an EU-approved laboratory. The 3-month waiting period after the blood draw applies.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, if arriving from a high-risk country, your dog must have a rabies titer test (FAVN) with a result ≥0.5 IU/ml. The blood sample must be taken at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination and at least 3 months before entry.
You may bring up to 5 dogs under non-commercial movement rules. If you bring more than 5, commercial import regulations apply, which require a different health certificate and may involve additional fees.
No. Emotional support and service dogs are not exempt from standard EU import rules. They must still meet all microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate requirements. No special treatment is given.
A puppy must be at least 12 weeks old to receive its rabies vaccination. After vaccination, a 21-day waiting period applies before entry. So the earliest a puppy can enter is 15 weeks old (12 weeks + 21 days).
Yes, but it must be the EU third-country health certificate (Annex IV of Regulation 576/2013), endorsed by USDA APHIS. The certificate is valid for 10 days from the date of issue for entry into Slovenia.
No, Slovenia does not require an import permit for dogs entering under the EU Pet Travel Scheme. A valid EU Pet Passport (from EU countries) or a third-country health certificate is sufficient.
You must keep the rabies vaccination up to date according to the vaccine manufacturer's booster schedule. If it expires, your dog may not be allowed to travel back to another EU country or re-enter Slovenia without a new vaccination and waiting period.

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

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 microchip number and date of vaccination
  • EU health certificate (Annex IV) issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation date
  • EU pet passport (if from EU country) or third-country health certificate

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 Slovenian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food.

Slovenia follows EU Pet Travel Scheme (Regulation (EU) No 576/2013). For free-tier origins (Andorra, San Marino, Vatican, Monaco, Switzerland, etc.), rules are identical to EU intra-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 showing microchip number and date of vaccination
  • EU health certificate (Annex IV) issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation date
  • Third-country health certificate endorsed by the competent authority of the origin country (e.g., USDA APHIS in the US, DEFRA in the UK)

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 Slovenian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food.

Low-risk origins (e.g., US, UK, Japan, Australia) require a third-country health certificate (Annex IV) endorsed by the origin's official vet authority. No titer test or import permit needed.

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 or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing microchip number and date of vaccination
  • EU health certificate (Annex IV) issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation date
  • FAVN titer test certificate showing antibody titre ≥0.5 IU/ml
  • Import permit from the Slovenian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fee ~$30-100. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Slovenian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food.

High-risk origins (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa/South Asia/Middle East) require a FAVN titer test with a 3-month waiting period after the blood sample, plus an import permit from the Slovenian authorities. No quarantine upon arrival if all paperwork is in order.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Under EU rules, non-commercial movement is limited to 5 pets per person. If you bring 6 or more cats, commercial import rules apply — you'll need a transporter authorization, a health certificate from an official veterinarian, and entry through a Border Control Post (BCP) with prior notification. Contact the Slovenian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food for details.
No. The US is classified as a low-risk (rabies-controlled) country by the EU. Cats from the US do not need a FAVN titer test. You still need a microchip, rabies vaccine (given at least 21 days before travel), and a USDA-endorsed health certificate (Annex IV) issued within 10 days of arrival.
No. Slovenia does not recognize emotional support animals under the EU Pet Travel Scheme. All cats, regardless of role, must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if from a high-risk country) titer test and import permit requirements. Service dogs for people with disabilities may have different rules, but not cats.
The kitten must be at least 12 weeks old for the rabies vaccination (given at 12 weeks minimum), then wait 21 days after the vaccine before the FAVN titer test can be taken. After the titer test, a 3-month waiting period applies before travel. So the kitten will be at least 7 months old (12 weeks + 21 days + 30 days for test + 3 months) before it can enter Slovenia from a high-risk origin.
No. The UK is a low-risk (Part 2 listed) country under EU rules. Cats from the UK do not require an import permit. You need a microchip, rabies vaccine (at least 21 days before travel), and a DEFRA-endorsed health certificate (Annex IV) issued within 10 days of arrival. No titer test or quarantine.
Cabin travel depends on the airline's policy, not Slovenian import rules. Most airlines allow cats in the cabin if the carrier fits under the seat (typically max 8 kg including carrier). Check with your airline for specific weight and size limits. Slovenia does not ban cabin travel for cats.
Slovenia requires rabies vaccines to be kept up to date. If the vaccine expires, your cat is considered unvaccinated and may be subject to quarantine or re-vaccination with a 21-day wait. Keep booster vaccines current — EU rules require a booster every 1-3 years depending on the vaccine brand. Contact a local vet in Slovenia for the booster schedule.

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

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
  • EU health certificate (Annex IV) for non-commercial movement
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)

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 Slovenian Administration for Food Safety, Veterinary Sector and Plant Protection (UVHVVR).

Ferrets from EU-equivalent territories (Andorra, San Marino, Vatican) follow the same rules as EU-origin pets. No additional testing or 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

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • EU health certificate (Annex IV) for non-commercial movement
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)

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 Slovenian Administration for Food Safety, Veterinary Sector and Plant Protection (UVHVVR).

Ferrets from low-risk countries (e.g., USA, UK, Japan, Australia) must enter via an EU-approved Border Inspection Post if arriving by air. No titer test or quarantine 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

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • EU health certificate (Annex IV) for non-commercial movement
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Rabies titer test (FAVN) certificate from EU-approved lab
  • Import permit from UVHVVR

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 the Slovenian Administration for Food Safety, Veterinary Sector and Plant Protection (UVHVVR).

Ferrets from high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa/South Asia/Middle East) require a rabies titer test and an import permit. No quarantine upon arrival if all documents are in order.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, you can bring up to 5 ferrets per person under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 5, commercial import regulations apply, which require additional documentation and fees.
No. The United States is classified as a low-risk country, so a rabies titer test (FAVN) is not required. Only a valid rabies vaccination and an EU health certificate are needed.
There is no specific minimum age for ferrets entering Slovenia, but the rabies vaccine cannot be given before 12 weeks of age, and you must wait 21 days after vaccination before travel. So the earliest a ferret can enter is about 15 weeks old.
No. Slovenia does not recognize emotional support animals under EU pet travel rules. Your ferret must meet all standard import requirements regardless of its role.
Yes. Ferrets from high-risk countries require an import permit from the Slovenian Administration for Food Safety, Veterinary Sector and Plant Protection (UVHVVR). Apply at least 30 days before travel.
That depends on the airline's policy, not Slovenia's import rules. The country does not ban cabin travel for ferrets, but check with your carrier as many require pets to travel in the cargo hold.
If you plan to stay longer than the validity of the vaccine (usually 1-3 years depending on the vaccine), you should have your ferret revaccinated by a local vet in Slovenia to maintain valid status for return travel. Slovenia does not require booster shots for entry, only that the initial vaccine was given at least 21 days before arrival.

Good to know

Always check that your microchip is ISO 11784/11785 compliant and that the rabies vaccination is administered after the microchip is implanted. If travelling from a non-EU country, allow at least 4–6 months for the full process, including the antibody test and waiting period.

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