Pet Movement Legislation

Country of Departure

Pet Import from Switzerland to Serbia
– Entry Rules and Veterinary Requirements

Required Documents for Importation

EU Pet Passport or Serbian Veterinary Health Certificate 📄 (PDF)

  • If your pet has a valid EU passport, it is accepted as the main document for entry into Serbia.
  • If your pet has a third-country passport, a Serbian Veterinary Certificate issued and approved by an official veterinarian is required.

Must Include:

  • Owner and pet details.
  • Rabies vaccination:
    • Administered at least 21 days before entry.
    • First vaccination no earlier than 12 weeks of age.
    • Still valid at the time of travel.
  • Record of internal parasite treatment (within 24–120 hours before travel).
  • Clinical examination done within 5 days prior to travel.

Additional Requirements

Microchip

  • Mandatory for all pets entering Serbia.
  • Must comply with ISO 11784/11785 standards.

Fit-to-Fly Certificate

  • Required when flying.
  • Issued by a licensed vet 1–5 days before departure.
  • Confirms the pet is healthy and travel-ready.

Age Requirement

  • Minimum age for entry is 4 months (105 days), considering vaccination and waiting period.

Number of Pets

  • Up to five pets per owner allowed for non-commercial import.

Airline Regulations

Always check your airline’s pet travel policy. Airlines typically explain rules for in-cabin and cargo transport, but may not be aware of Serbia's veterinary entry requirements.

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