Bringing a pet to Uzbekistan

Last reviewed July 3, 2026

Uzbekistan's pet import rules are moderately strict and vary depending on the rabies-risk category of the origin country. All dogs, cats, and ferrets require a microchip, rabies vaccination, and a veterinary certificate, but pets from high-risk countries face additional requirements like a rabies titer test or a waiting period. There is no mandatory quarantine for compliant pets, but expect thorough document checks at entry.

Requirements for your pet

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

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 in US, DEFRA in UK) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

No breed-specific bans by Uzbekistan itself, but airlines may restrict brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs, Persian cats)—check with your carrier.

Documents checklist

  • Valid rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only—microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Uzbek State Veterinary Committee.

No additional requirements for rabies-free origin countries.

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 in US, DEFRA in UK) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

No breed-specific bans by Uzbekistan itself, but airlines may restrict brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs, Persian cats)—check with your carrier.

Documents checklist

  • Valid rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only—microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Uzbek State Veterinary Committee.

No additional requirements for low-risk origin countries.

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 in US, DEFRA in UK) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Breed restrictions

No breed-specific bans by Uzbekistan itself, but airlines may restrict brachycephalic breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs, Persian cats)—check with your carrier.

Documents checklist

  • Valid rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only—microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Uzbek State Veterinary Committee.

No additional requirements for high-risk origin countries.

Frequently asked questions

No. Uzbekistan does not require a rabies titer (FAVN) test for dogs from any country.
No. There is no mandatory quarantine for dogs arriving in Uzbekistan from any country, provided all documentation is in order.
Uzbekistan does not publish a strict limit for non-commercial pet movement, but carrying more than 2-3 dogs may trigger commercial import rules. Check with the Uzbek State Veterinary Committee before travel if bringing multiple animals.
No. Uzbekistan does not grant any exemptions for emotional support or service animals. All dogs must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate requirements.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of the dog's arrival in Uzbekistan and endorsed by an official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA in the US, DEFRA in the UK).
No. The minimum age for a dog to enter Uzbekistan is 12 weeks, and the rabies vaccine must be given at or after that age, with a 21-day wait before travel.
No. Uzbekistan does not require an import permit for pet dogs arriving from any country.

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

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

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing microchip number, vaccine type, batch number, and dates
  • International health certificate issued by an official government veterinarian within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation

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 State Veterinary Committee of Uzbekistan.

Cats from rabies-free origins (e.g. Andorra, San Marino, Vatican) follow the same baseline requirements as low-risk origins. 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)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian in the country of origin · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing microchip number, vaccine type, batch number, and dates
  • International health certificate issued by an official government veterinarian within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation

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 State Veterinary Committee of Uzbekistan.

Cats from low-risk origins (e.g. EU, US, UK, Japan, Australia) follow the same rules as free origins. No titer test or import 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 30+ days before travel
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government veterinarian in the country of origin · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate showing microchip number, vaccine type, batch number, and dates
  • International health certificate issued by an official government veterinarian within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation
  • FAVN titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml) from an OIE-approved lab
  • Import permit from the State Veterinary Committee of Uzbekistan

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 State Veterinary Committee of Uzbekistan.

Cats from high-risk origins (e.g. Russia, Thailand, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East) require a FAVN titer test and an import permit. No quarantine upon arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Uzbekistan generally allows up to 2 cats per non-commercial traveller without requiring a commercial import license. If you bring more than 2, you must follow commercial import procedures, which include additional permits and possible customs duties.
Yes. For cats from high-risk rabies countries (e.g. Russia, Thailand, India), a FAVN test at an OIE-approved lab is required. The test must be done at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination and at least 30 days before travel. The result must show an antibody titre of at least 0.5 IU/ml.
No. Uzbekistan does not recognise emotional support animals as a separate category. Service dogs may be allowed with additional documentation, but cats are never exempt from standard import requirements regardless of their role. All cats must meet microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if from a high-risk country) titer test and import permit rules.
The international health certificate must be issued by an official government veterinarian within 10 days of the cat's arrival in Uzbekistan. If your travel is delayed, you may need a new certificate.
Cabin travel depends on the airline's policy and the cat's size (carrier must fit under the seat). Uzbekistan Airways allows cats in the cabin for a fee, provided the carrier dimensions do not exceed 55x40x20 cm and total weight (cat + carrier) is under 8 kg. Check with your specific airline for their rules.
No. Cats from low-risk and rabies-free origins do not need an import permit. Only cats from high-risk countries require a permit from the State Veterinary Committee of Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan requires that the rabies vaccination be valid at the time of entry. If the vaccine expires during your stay, it does not affect your cat's legal status for departure, but you should get a booster from a local vet to maintain protection. For re-entry to another country, check that country's rules.

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

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 arrival
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

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

No import permit or quarantine required for ferrets 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 arrival
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

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

No import permit or quarantine required for ferrets 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 90+ days before travel
Quarantine
30 days
Mandatory 30-day quarantine at a government-approved facility in Tashkent. Owner pays all costs.
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785)
  • FAVN titer test result (≥0.5 IU/mL)
  • Import permit from Uzbekistan State Veterinary Committee

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — Microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fees vary by country. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the destination agency.

Import permit and 30-day quarantine required for ferrets from high-risk rabies countries. Apply for the import permit at least 60 days before travel.

Frequently asked questions

No. For ferrets arriving from low-risk countries like the US or UK, a rabies titer test is not required. It is only mandatory for ferrets from high-risk rabies countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, India).
Uzbekistan allows up to 5 pets (dogs, cats, ferrets) per person under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 5, commercial import regulations apply, requiring additional permits and possible customs duties.
No. Uzbekistan does not recognize emotional support or service animals as exempt from standard import rules. All ferrets must meet the same microchip, vaccination, health certificate, and quarantine requirements regardless of their role.
For ferrets from high-risk countries, the minimum age is 3 months (due to rabies vaccination and titer test timing). For free and low-risk origins, there is no official minimum age, but the ferret must be at least 12 weeks old to receive the rabies vaccine.
No. An import permit is only required for ferrets arriving from high-risk rabies countries. For free and low-risk origins, no import permit is needed.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival in Uzbekistan. If it expires during transit, you may be denied entry or the ferret could be quarantined at your expense. Plan travel so the certificate remains valid until you clear customs.
Airline policies vary, but Uzbekistan Airways generally allows small ferrets in the cabin if they are in an approved carrier that fits under the seat. Check with your airline at least 48 hours before departure. The ferret must have all required documents for customs clearance.

Good to know

Pets must be microchipped with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant chip before rabies vaccination. All supporting documents must be in Russian or Uzbek, or accompanied by a certified translation.

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