Bringing a pet to Togo

Last reviewed July 3, 2026

Togo enforces strict, origin-based pet import rules that vary by the animal's rabies-risk category. All dogs, cats, and ferrets must meet microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate requirements, with additional serology testing and waiting periods for pets from high-risk countries. There is no mandatory quarantine for compliant pets, but non-compliant animals may face isolation or denial of entry.

Requirements for your pet

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

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 vaccination at least 21 days before travel
  • International health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

Rough ballpark: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Direction de l'Élevage in Lomé.

No additional requirements for free-origin dogs beyond standard documentation.

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 vaccination at least 21 days before travel
  • International health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

Rough ballpark: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Direction de l'Élevage in Lomé.

No additional requirements for low-risk-origin dogs beyond standard documentation.

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 vaccination at least 21 days before travel
  • International health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

Rough ballpark: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Direction de l'Élevage in Lomé.

No additional requirements for high-risk-origin dogs beyond standard documentation.

Frequently asked questions

No, Togo does not require a rabies titer (FAVN) test for dogs from any origin. A valid rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel is sufficient.
Togo does not publish a specific limit for non-commercial pet imports, but bringing more than 2-3 dogs may trigger commercial import rules. Check with the Direction de l'Élevage before travel if you plan to bring multiple animals.
No, Togo does not exempt emotional support or service dogs from standard import requirements. All dogs must be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies, and accompanied by a health certificate regardless of their role.
The international health certificate must be issued within 10 days of your dog's arrival in Togo. It must be signed by an official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian.
Yes, Togo requires an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip (15-digit). If your dog has a non-ISO chip, you must bring your own scanner or have a compatible chip implanted before travel.
Yes, dogs must be at least 12 weeks old at the time of rabies vaccination, and the vaccination must be given at least 21 days before travel. In practice, puppies younger than 15-16 weeks cannot meet the waiting period.
Your dog may be refused entry, placed in quarantine at your expense, or returned to the origin country. Togo does not allow on-arrival vaccination or microchipping to clear entry. Contact the Direction de l'Élevage in Lomé for guidance if you anticipate a problem.

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

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, with vaccine batch and vet details)
  • International health certificate (issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by origin veterinary authority)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

Rough estimate only: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, rabies vaccine ~$20–50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Togolese authorities.

No import permit or titer test required for cats 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 (valid, with vaccine batch and vet details)
  • International health certificate (issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by origin veterinary authority)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

Rough estimate only: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, rabies vaccine ~$20–50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Togolese authorities.

No titer test or import permit required for low-risk origins. Rabies vaccine must be given at least 21 days 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, with vaccine batch and vet details)
  • International health certificate (issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by origin veterinary authority)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

Rough estimate only: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, rabies vaccine ~$20–50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Togolese authorities.

Togo does not require a rabies titer test or import permit for high-risk origins. No quarantine upon arrival.

Frequently asked questions

No. Togo does not require a rabies titer test for cats from any origin country.
No. Cats entering Togo are not subject to quarantine, regardless of origin.
Togo does not specify a strict limit for non-commercial pet movement. Bringing more than 2–3 cats may trigger commercial import rules. Check with the Togolese Ministry of Agriculture for the current threshold.
No. Togo does not recognize emotional support or service animals as exempt. All cats must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate requirements.
The international health certificate must be issued within 10 days of the cat's arrival in Togo.
Cabin travel depends on the airline's policy and the cat's size (usually under 8 kg including carrier). Togo does not restrict cabin travel for cats, but check with your airline for specific rules.
No. Togo does not require an import permit for cats entering the country, regardless of origin.

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

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 ISO chip implantation

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm with a local vet and the Togolese Ministry of Agriculture.

Togo applies general dog/cat import rules to ferrets. No import permit required for non-commercial entry 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
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO chip implantation

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm with a local vet and the Togolese Ministry of Agriculture.

Togo applies general dog/cat import rules to ferrets. No import permit required for non-commercial entry from low-risk origins.

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 Lomé. Owner pays all costs. Contact the Togolese Ministry of Agriculture for facility details and booking.
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip certificate or proof of ISO chip implantation
  • FAVN titer test result (≥0.5 IU/mL)
  • Import permit from Togolese Ministry of Agriculture

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — verify locally: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fees ~$50-150, quarantine ~$200-500 for 30 days. Confirm with a local vet and the Togolese Ministry of Agriculture.

Togo applies general dog/cat import rules to ferrets. Import permit and quarantine are mandatory for high-risk origins.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Togo applies the same import regulations for ferrets as for dogs and cats (small carnivores). Requirements include microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and for high-risk origins, FAVN test, import permit, and quarantine.
Togo does not publish a specific limit. Bringing more than 5 animals (including ferrets) may be treated as commercial import, potentially requiring a CITES permit and additional customs procedures. Check with the Togolese Ministry of Agriculture before travelling with multiple ferrets.
No. Togo does not recognise emotional support or service animals under import regulations. All ferrets must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if from a high-risk origin) FAVN test, import permit, and quarantine requirements.
Togo requires rabies vaccination to be valid at entry. If the vaccine expires during your stay, local veterinary authorities may require a booster to keep the ferret legally vaccinated in-country. Check with a local vet in Lomé.
Airline policies vary. Most carriers allow ferrets in the cabin only if they fit in an under-seat carrier (typically max 8 kg including carrier). Check with your airline well in advance. Togo's civil aviation authority does not impose additional restrictions.
All pet imports must clear customs and veterinary inspection at the point of entry. For air travel, use Lomé-Tokoin International Airport (LFW). For land borders, contact the nearest Togolese veterinary post. The Ministry of Agriculture recommends Lomé airport for smoother processing.
Togo requires a 21-day waiting period after the primary rabies vaccination before travel. The vaccine must be given at least 12 weeks of age. For high-risk origins, an additional 30-day wait after the FAVN titer test is required.

Good to know

All pets must be identified with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip before rabies vaccination. Rabies vaccination must be administered at least 30 days before travel, and the health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival.

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