Pet import requirements for Kazakhstan
What Kazakhstan asks for before a dog or cat can enter — the microchip, the rabies work, the permit and the paperwork — and how far ahead you need to start. We handle all of it on a move we arrange.
Import rules change, and they change without notice. Last verified 2025-03-17 by the country-profile service Furry Freight uses; profile last updated 2025-09-15. Confirm every requirement with the authority named below, or with us on (424) 421-1650, before you book a flight or start any vet work.
Kazakhstan at a glance
| Requirement | For Kazakhstan |
|---|---|
| Microchip | Recommended |
| Rabies | Rabies vaccine must be done within 1 year and at least 21 days prior export / import |
| Import permit Required | Yes, an import permit is required if there are more than 2 animals per owner |
| Quarantine | quarantine after vaccination for rabies before travel - 21 days |
| Minimum age to travel | Pets can be imported at the age of 4 months with valid rabies vaccination record |
| Customs clearance | If shipped as manifested cargo then you will need a Customs Broker, but not if shipped as accompanied move |
| Agent at destination | If accompanied and under one ticket then owner can freely go via check in, and will not need a agent |
Where this fits in the timeline. The order matters more than the effort: a rabies vaccination given before the microchip was implanted does not count in most regimes, and a titer test drawn too early restarts a waiting period. On a move we handle, we check your pet's existing dates against these rules on the free consultation before anything is booked.
The detail
Republic of Kazakhstan is a landlocked country primarily in Central Asia, with a small portion of its territory in Eastern Europe. Typical air gateways on file in clude ALA, TSE, GUW, and SCO. If shipped as manifested cargo then you will need a Customs Broker, but not if shipped as accompanied move.
Import requirements
Pets can be imported at the age of 4 months with valid rabies vaccination record.
Cats and dogs:
-must be healthy
-have microchip
-have in ternational veterinary passport
- have valid rabies vaccine
-have valid external and in ternal treatment note
-Form 15 if no in ternational vet passport
Dogs must be vaccinated against rabies (quarantine after vaccination before travel - 21 days) and leptospirosis, as well as against distemper, enteritis, hepatitis, adenovirosis and parainfluenza.
Cats should be vaccinated against rabies and viral diseases: calicivirus, rhinotracheitis and panleukopenia.
Only 2 animals allowed per owner without permission.
Animals transported for personal use as pet are considered as personal pet move.
Yes, there can be some changes, but mostly for animals like birds, mice, rabbit etc. This have to be pre-checked prior arrival with Kazakhstani Vet. Authority as some processes may take significant time.
Please always check import procedures for animals other than cats and dogs prior import.
Identification and microchip
Recommended.
International Vet.passport (the cover of the book must mention “International”)
Rabies and vaccinations
Rabies vaccine must be done within 1 year and at least 21 days prior export / import.
Rabies vaccine is a must, should be done not earlier then 21 days upon arrival to Kyrgyzstan and not later than 1 year.
Dogs: (Not more than 11 month prior entering Kazakhstan –
Rabies, Leptospirosis, Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza
Cats: (Not more than 11 month prior entering Kazakhstan) –
Rabies, Rinotraqueitis, Calicivirus and Panlucopenia
Tests and treatments
No, tests required
Yes, treatments required from flea, tapeworm. It can be done same day as export date, must be current and valid upon arrival.
Health certificate and permits
Within 10 days prior arrival.
If there is no in ternational vet, usea Passport Kazakhstani vet. Inspection will request Form 15 document that is used within Customs Union countries. Documents must be signed and stamped by the Veterinary Authority at origin.
Adding copy in the email also link below:
https://fsvps.gov.ru/files/veterinarnyj-sertifikat-formy-15/
Yes, an import permit is required if there are more than 2 animals per owner. The owner must visit vet authority and apply for permit. The process usually takes 10 -14 working days.
Quarantine
quarantine after vaccination for rabies before travel - 21 days
Restrictions and banned breeds
Not more than 2 pets /-per 1 owner or import permit will be required.
There is not any breed restriction.
Customs, agents, and airports
If shipped as manifested cargo then you will need a Customs Broker, but not if shipped as accompanied move.
If accompanied and under one ticket then owner can freely go via check in, and will not need a agent. If pet is transported as manifested cargo you will not need an Agent. If the owner has a customs broker that can release the pet, you do not need an Agent. If delivery is required, you will need a destination agent.
Almaty International Airport (IATA: ALA, ICAO: UAAA) is an in ternational airport in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Airports listed on this destination file: ALA, TSE, GUW, SCO.
Other pets / CITES / extra rules
If pet is under CITES then owner must visit Veterinary in stitution and receive import certificate first. Some regulations may be different depending on the origin country of the arriving animal.
Official contacts
Ministry of Agriculture of the Kazakhstan
010000 Astana, Kenesary Str. 36
Saparkhan Omarov, Kesikbaev
Tel: +7 717 2 555-995; 555815; 555990
Fax: +7 717 2 555-995
Chairperson of Committee of Veterinary control and supervision
Contact: Utegulov Arman Karimovich
Email: Ministr@minagri.gov.kz
Committee for Veterinary Control and Supervision
Utegulov Arman Karimovych
Chairman of the Committee
Tel: +172 55-58-15
Email: utegulov.a@minagri.gov.kz
Almaty Veterinary
Makatayeva str. 15
Tel: +7 727 397 52 26 / +7 727 397 55 66
Working hours: from 9 AM to 6:30 PM (lunchtime from 1 PM to 2:30 PM, do not work in weekends)
Below web site in dicated contact details of Vet.Authority in other cities of Kazakhstan:
https://egov.kz/cms/ru/articles/livestock/msh_inspections
For CITES: Zoology Institute in Almaty
Al Farabi prospect, 93
Tel: +7 727 269 48 76 / +7 727 269 48 70
Working hours: from 9 AM till 6 PM (lunchtime from 1 PM till 2 PM, do not work in weekends)
Territorial Inspectorate of the Veterinary Control and Supervision Committee for Bishkek Reception Tel: +996 (312) 62-44-20 +996 (312) 66-04-29 Below web site in dicated contact details of Vet. Authority in Kyrgyzstan:
Current as of January 2024
Disclaimer
Import rules change without much warning. Confirm every vaccine date, test, permit, and crate routing with the destination veterinary authority before you travel. This page is a planning brief for Furry Freight customers, last checked against the IPATA country profile dated 2025-03-17.
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Official sources for Kazakhstan
- www.moa.gov.kz moa.gov.kz
- Website moa.gov.kz
Questions about moving a pet to Kazakhstan
Does my dog or cat need a microchip for Kazakhstan?
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From the country profile, last verified 2025-03-17.
What rabies vaccination does Kazakhstan require?
Rabies vaccine must be done within 1 year and at least 21 days prior export / import
Do I need an import permit to bring a pet into Kazakhstan?
Yes, an import permit is required if there are more than 2 animals per owner
Will my pet be quarantined on arrival in Kazakhstan?
quarantine after vaccination for rabies before travel - 21 days
How old does a puppy or kitten have to be to travel to Kazakhstan?
Pets can be imported at the age of 4 months with valid rabies vaccination record