Pet Travel from Norway to the USA
– Rules & Regulations

Bringing a Pet from Norway to the USA

Norway is classified as a rabies-free country by the CDC. Therefore, pets entering the USA from Norway are not subject to quarantine or titer testing.

• Dogs must be at least 6 months old at the time of entry.
• A microchip must be implanted before rabies vaccination.
• Rabies vaccination must be administered at least 28 days prior to travel.
• Proof of rabies vaccination is required (a veterinary certificate or relevant passport entry in English is acceptable).
• Submit the CDC Dog Import Form prior to travel (for dogs only).
  👉 Instructions for completing the CDC Dog Import Form can be found here .

Microchipping

For Dogs and Cats: A microchip is mandatory and must comply with ISO 11784/11785 standards. It must be implanted before rabies vaccination.

Rabies Vaccination (Dogs)

Dogs coming from Norway must have a valid rabies vaccination.

• Dogs must be at least six months old at the time of entry.
• The rabies vaccine must be administered at least 28 days before travel.

Rabies Vaccination for Cats

While rabies vaccination for cats is not mandated at the federal level in the USA, many states and local jurisdictions require it. Laws and regulations frequently change, making it difficult to track exact requirements in every region.

To avoid complications upon arrival and during your stay in the USA, we strongly recommend ensuring your cat is vaccinated against rabies before travel.

Fit-to-Fly Certificate

Highly recommended. Must include details of deworming treatment administered 24–120 hours before entry. This will help prevent potential delays due to misinterpretation of customs instructions regarding pet documentation.