Get Your Paws Ready! Guide to Bringing a Pet to Turkey

Have you stopped moving to Turkey with your pet friend? Before embarking on this exciting adventure, you need to complete the procedures for your pet's entry into Turkey. Fortunately, you can easily get through this process with this guide!

Which Pets Can Be Brought?

You can legally bring your pets such as cats, dogs and birds (except poultry) to Turkey.

Required Documents:

Microchip: It is mandatory that your pet is identified with a microchip in accordance with ISO 11784 and HDX or FDX-B technology.

Rabies Vaccination: Your pet must have been vaccinated against rabies for at least 30 days and no more than 12 months before entering Turkey, and the vaccination certificate must be up-to-date.

Health Certificate: It can be washed by an authorized veterinarian and you must have a health certificate approved by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry of the Republic of Turkey.

Other Documents: Additional documents can be made according to the type of animal. Oct. For example, screening for salmonella virus for birds.

Customs Procedures:

According to Turkey, you must pass customs control with your pet and the necessary documents. You will be asked to fill out your customs declaration and ensure that veterinary control of your pet is provided.

Traveling By Plane:

If you are planning to travel by airline, it is important that you review the type of pet transport in advance and make the necessary reservations. The travel registration of your pet must be in accordance with the IATA regularity and clearly indicated on all the necessary document specifications.

Traveling By Road:

If you are planning to travel by road, you need to undergo a veterinary check at the customs gates and submit the necessary documents.