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Pet Movement Legislation

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Pet Import from the EU to Turkey
– Requirements & Documents

General Import Requirements

Microchip

Mandatory for all pets entering Turkey. The microchip must be implanted before the rabies vaccination and comply with ISO 11784/11785 standards.


Rabies Vaccination

  • Mandatory for all cats and dogs.
  • The vaccination must be administered at least 21 days before entry.
  • The vaccination must remain valid at the time of travel.


Rabies Antibody Titer Test

  • Mandatory for all pets entering Turkey, regardless of the country of origin.
  • The blood sample must be taken at least 30 days after rabies vaccination.
  • The antibody level must be ≥ 0.5 IU/ml.
  • The test must be conducted in an EU-recognized laboratory.
  • A waiting period of 3 months is required after the test before the pet can enter Turkey.


Veterinary Health Certificate

  • Must be issued by an authorized veterinarian in the EU no earlier than 10 days before travel.
  • The certificate must include:
    • Microchip information (number, implantation date).
    • Rabies vaccination details (date, batch number, validity).
    • Rabies antibody titer test results (date of test, antibody level, laboratory).
    • Confirmation of the pet’s clinical health.
  • The certificate must be translated into Turkish or accompanied by a certified translation.


Parasite Treatment (Deworming)

  • Mandatory for all pets.
  • Internal and external parasite treatment must be administered 24–120 hours (1–5 days) before entry.
  • The details must be recorded in the veterinary certificate.

Additional Recommendations

Number of Pets

For non-commercial purposes, up to two pets per owner are allowed.


Transport Conditions

  • Pets must be transported in an IATA-approved travel container.
  • Check airline regulations for specific transport conditions.

Important Notes

  • Ensure that all documents are completed accurately and translated into Turkish.
  • Failure to meet these requirements may result in entry denial, quarantine, or additional fines.

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