Guide

Thailand – Importing a Pet

Thailand welcomes the import of domestic pets — dogs, cats, and rabbits chief among them — though the process carries a moderate administrative burden and demands careful advance planning. Owners are required to obtain an import permit through Thailand’s Department

Switzerland – Importing a Pet

Switzerland welcomes the import of domestic pets, including dogs, cats, ferrets, and the majority of other common companion animals, though the level of regulation involved ranges from moderate to considerable depending on your country of departure. Swiss veterinary requirements are

Taiwan – Importing a Pet

Taiwan welcomes pet owners and allows the import of dogs and cats, but the process is subject to moderate to strict regulation. Because Taiwan holds rabies-free status, the government enforces rigorous biosecurity measures to safeguard that standing. Preparation generally needs

Sweden – Importing a Pet

Sweden welcomes the import of pet dogs, cats, and ferrets, and participates fully in the EU Pet Travel Scheme, which makes relocating with a companion animal comparatively manageable for those moving from other EU member states. For pet owners arriving

South Korea – Importing a Pet

South Korea accepts the import of common household pets such as dogs, cats, and ferrets through a process that is well-defined and moderately demanding rather than prohibitively strict. Provided all veterinary and documentary requirements are fulfilled before departure, quarantine upon

Spain – Importing a Pet

Spain is an accessible destination for pet owners, with a moderately regulated rather than prohibitively strict import framework. As an EU member state, Spain participates in the EU Pet Travel Scheme, which streamlines the movement of pets already based within

Slovakia – Importing a Pet

Slovakia welcomes the import of domestic pets, including dogs, cats, and ferrets, and operates within the EU Pet Travel Scheme as a full member of the European Union. The procedures involved are reasonably well-defined — relatively simple for those relocating

South Africa – Importing a Pet

South Africa welcomes the import of domestic cats and dogs, making it accessible for pet owners relocating from overseas — but the process ranges from moderately to highly involved, especially for dogs, which are subject to compulsory blood testing, a

Saudi Arabia – Importing a Pet

Saudi Arabia does allow domestic pets to be brought into the country — mainly cats and, under highly specific conditions, dogs — but navigating the import process is one of the more demanding undertakings a relocating pet owner can face.