Kazakhstan
Pet Travel Policy Information
Pet Travel Requirements for Kazakhstan
Pet Entry Requirements for Kazakhstan
Pet Microchip
Having your pet identified with a microchip is important when traveling internationally for several reasons. First, a microchip will tie your pet to its documentation when entering a foreign country. Secondly, if, for any reason, your pet is separated from your during travel, the chances of reuniting with your pet significantly increase if you register your information in a microchip database. Third, mostcountries require that pets be microchippedand compliant microchips may be difficult to find should your pet ever leave the country. Although microchipping is not required to import it to Kazakhstan, it is strongly recommended to have your pet identified with a non-encrypted, 15-digit, ISO 11784 or 11785 Annex A compliant. If your pet’s microchip is not ISO compliant, you can bring your own. Your veterinarian, a veterinary hospital or trained nurse should implant the microchip. You should receive documentation as to the manufacturer of the microchip and instructions on how to register your pet’s information in the manufacturer or government database in your country. If your pet is microchipped, the microchip number should be recorded on all documentation.
Vaccinations
Your pet must have proof of current vaccination against rabies (export health certificate or government- issued pet passport) no sooner than 21 days and no more than 11 months prior to entering Kazakhstan. Multi-year vaccines must be validated by your veterinarian on the health certificate (step 5). Do not count the day of the veterinary visit in the wait time. Dogs must be treated for the following diseases: canine distempercanine hepatitiscanine leptospirosis (unless currently being treated)canine parvovirus Cats must be treated for the following diseases: feline viral rhinotracheitisfeline panleukopeniafeline leukemia Cats must also be checked for dermatophytoses and, if lesions are found, must undergo tests for dermatophytoses with samples processed at an approved laboratory. Cats with this condition should not be imported to Kazakhstan.
Rabies Titer (Serology) Test
A rabies titer test is not required to import a pet to Kazakhstan from any country.
Parasite Treatments
According to all preventative measures to ensure public health and the safety of your pet, treatments for internal and external parasites should be administered prior to entering Kazakhstan. The treatment of pets for internal parasites, especially Echinococcus multilocularis, as well as external parasites (fleas and ticks) should be discussed with your veterinarian who will administer shortly prior to travel. These treatments are required and should be recorded on the health certificate or issue you a record of treatment.
Health Certificate
Every country worldwide requires current health certificates in their pet import requirements, and Kazakhstan is no exception. A licensed veterinarian in the origination country must complete awithin five days of travel indicating that a pet is clinically healthy and vaccinated against rabies. Alternately, a government-issued Pet Passport with proof of a health check within 5 days of travel will be accepted if your country’s export procedures or airline pet policies do not mandate an export health certificate. The certificate or Pet Passport must be signed and stamped by a government veterinarian in the origination country representing the agency responsible for the import and export of live animals. The certificate is valid for travel to other Eurasian Economic Union Countries (Belarus,Russia,KyrgyzstanandArmenia).
Import Permit
An import permit is not required when importing one or two dogs or cats to Kazakhstan with their owners. Imports of more than two animals per person or unaccompanied or commercial imports will require an import permit, pretravel quarantine and health certificate.
Complete all 6 steps to enter Kazakhstan with your pet
Requirements may change. Always verify with official sources before travel.
Is Quarantine Required for Pets in Kazakhstan?
There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Kazakhstan if pet import regulations detailed here are met. If your pet does not conform to the regulations as stated below, it will be subject to quarantine if facilities are available, returned to the origination country, or euthanized. The importer will be responsible all costs involved.
What Additional Information Do I Need for Kazakhstan?
- Other Information:
Not specified
- What is a Pet Passport?:
We refer to a pet passport as a collection of documents that fulfill Kazakhstan pet import requirements for dogs or cats entering the country.This term is not to be confused with an official Pet Passport issued in the European Union for resident pets. Your pet’s passport to enter Kazakhstan will include current rabies vaccination and health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian. Import permits are required for imports of more than two personal pets or commercial imports.
- Entering Kazakhstan with a Pet:
Pets must enter Kazakhstan at the Almaty, Akatu and Astana International Airports. Pets can enter Kazakhstan by air in the cabin, as checked baggage or air cargo. In all cases, pets must travel in a crate or carrier in accordance with the International Air Transport Association. Related:Is your pet’s crate IATA-compliant? Flights to Kazakhstan should be direct or have short layovers in countries known to control rabies. *Note: If your pet has a layover in an EU Member State in its itinerary, then additional requirements will apply. All domestic dogs and cats must be free of evidence of disease communicable to humans when examined at the port of entry to Kazakhstan. If your dog or cat is not in apparent good health, further examination by a licensed veterinarian may be required at importer expense.
- Exporting Pets from Kazakhstan:
Non-resident pets whose health certificate and proof of rabies vaccination are still valid can exit Kazakhstan without additional documentation unless their airline requires it. All resident dogs, cats and ferrets leaving Kazakhstan for a foreign country must have their veterinarian in Kazakhstan issue a Form 1 no sooner than 15 days prior to travel. Authorities at the border inspection post or airport will exchange this form for a Form 5(a) – International Veterinary Health Certificate. All documentation required by the importing country must be provided. Pet owners should consider having serology levels confirmed prior to leaving Kazakhstan. Traveling internationally with the results of this test will ensure a smoother customs clearance in your destination country.
- Kazakhstan Pet Import Requirements:
All steps required to conform to regulations to import a dog or cat to Kazakhstan must be completed in the origination country. Steps 1-6 should be followed in the order given. All steps should be followed in order and be completed in the origination country prior to travel. Steps 1-6 should be followed in the order given.
- Breeds Banned from Import to Kazakhstan:
Kazakhstan does not publish a list of banned breeds. Pet owners are responsible for their pet’s behavior.
- Quarantine for Pets Entering Kazakhstan:
There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Kazakhstan if pet import regulations detailed here are met. If your pet does not conform to the regulations as stated below, it will be subject to quarantine if facilities are available, returned to the origination country, or euthanized. The importer will be responsible all costs involved.
- Importing Puppies and Kittens to Kazakhstan:
Unvaccinated puppies, kittens and kits (baby ferrets) under three months of age are granted an exception when entering Kazakhstan as they should not be vaccinated for rabies until they turn three months. However, they should be microchipped and travel with a specific health certificate. Pet owners can also provide a serology test with acceptable levels to prove immunity to rabies. All pets over three months of age are subject to requirements listed here. More information ontransporting a puppy.
- Animals Eligible for These Pet Import Requirements:
These rules apply to the transport of domestic dog and cats including assistance and service animals. Unless 5th generation removed from the pedigree, wolf hybrids, Savannah and Bengal cats cannot be imported under these regulations. Owners of other types of pets (amphibia, reptiles, birds, rabbits, rodents) covered by these regulations should refer to IMPORTING OTHER PET ANIMALS TO KAZAKHSTAN below. Pets must originate from countries that have not had a rabies incident within the past six months of import.
- Importing Birds and Other Pet Animals to Kazakhstan:
Not specified
- Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES):
Importers should verify that their pet is not protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). This is important if your pet is not a dog or cat, and very important if it is a turtle or parrot. You will need to apply for additional permits if this is the case. Contact the Environmental Protection Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan if you suspect that your pet is covered by CITES regulations. Over 180 countries participate and enforce CITES regulations. Related:Search the CITES databaseorSearch the Species+ Database Related:Learn more about CITES
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Traveler Tips & Experiences
Emily Parker
February 12, 2025
I visited Kazakhstan last year with my French Bulldog and found the process straightforward and well-documented.
Michael Chen
January 3, 2025
Air travel to Kazakhstan was a breeze and my cat had no issues. Highly recommend booking early!