Guide

Singapore – Importing a Pet

Singapore welcomes the import of domestic dogs and cats, as well as select other animals, though the level of regulation ranges from moderate to stringent depending on your pet’s country of origin. The Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) oversees all

Russia – Importing a Pet

Russia welcomes the import of domestic pets — dogs, cats, and ferrets among them — and the process, while involving several administrative steps, is far from prohibitively complex. Provided your animal has the necessary vaccinations, a current health certificate, and

Qatar – Importing a Pet

Qatar welcomes domestic pets — primarily dogs and cats — but the import process is subject to meaningful regulation and demands thorough preparation well in advance. Pet owners must hold a valid Qatar residency permit, obtain a government-issued import permit,

Romania – Importing a Pet

Romania welcomes the import of pet dogs, cats, ferrets, and various other animals. As a full member of the European Union, it participates in the EU Pet Travel Scheme, which makes the process relatively simple for owners moving from other

Poland – Importing a Pet

Poland welcomes the import of domestic pets and is a full participant in the EU Pet Travel Scheme, making the process relatively simple for owners relocating from other EU countries. For those arriving from outside the EU, entry is moderately

Portugal – Importing a Pet

Portugal is one of Europe’s more approachable destinations for expats relocating with animals, accepting pets from both EU and non-EU countries. Regulation is moderate: dogs, cats, and ferrets are subject to clear, uniform requirements under EU law, while other species

Peru – Importing a Pet

Peru welcomes the import of companion animals — principally dogs and cats — under a moderately regulated framework that falls well short of the strictest import regimes found elsewhere in the world. Provided owners arrive with their documentation in order,

Philippines – Importing a Pet

Bringing a pet to the Philippines is permitted but involves a meaningful degree of preparation and government oversight. Before your animal leaves its country of origin, you will need an official import permit, current vaccinations, a microchip, and a government-endorsed

Panama – Importing a Pet

Panama welcomes the import of domestic pets — chiefly dogs, cats, and ferrets — under a moderately regulated framework that is far from prohibitive. There is no requirement for pets to be held in a facility-based quarantine, though a home

Oman – Importing a Pet

Oman welcomes domestic pets — chiefly dogs, cats, birds, and ornamental fish — but the importation process is subject to moderate to stringent regulation. Pet owners must obtain an advance import permit, satisfy rigorous vaccination and rabies titer test conditions,