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Cyprus pet travel requirements
for dogs, cats, and ferrets

Cyprus requires 48h pre-arrival notification and enforces breed restrictions. Entry is via designated ports and airports only.

Rabies 21-day rule EU Pet Passport Pre-arrival notice Breed restrictions

What your pet needs for Cyprus entry

  1. 1

    Microchip (ISO 11784/11785)

    Must be implanted before or on the same day as the rabies vaccination.

  2. 2

    Rabies vaccination — 21-day wait for primary vaccines

    Boosters given within validity have no wait. Lapsed boosters restart the 21-day clock.

  3. 3

    Rabies antibody titre test

    Blood sample ≥30 days after vaccination, result ≥0.5 IU/ml, taken ≥3 months before travel.

  4. 4

    Pre-arrival notification — 48h advance notice

    Notify the destination veterinary authority before arrival.

  5. 5

    ⚠ Young pets under 16 weeks not permitted

    Pets must be at least 16 weeks old and have completed all vaccination waiting periods.

  6. 6

    ⚠ Breed restrictions apply

    Certain dog breeds may be restricted — check with the national authority before travelling.

  7. 7

    EU Pet Passport or Animal Health Certificate (AHC)

    EU/EEA-origin pets need a valid EU Pet Passport; arrivals from other countries need a government-endorsed AHC issued within 10 days of travel.

Check your compliance

Vaccination type

The date the rabies vaccine was administered

When you plan to cross the border with your pet

Pet type

Travelling to Cyprus with your pet

Cyprus is an island state in the eastern Mediterranean, and its pet entry rules include a mandatory 48-hour pre-arrival notification. All pet owners must notify Cyprus Veterinary Services at least 48 hours before arrival — this applies regardless of the pet's country of origin. Entry is permitted only via Larnaca Airport, Paphos Airport, and four seaports: Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, and Latchi Marina.

Cyprus also enforces breed-specific legislation — certain dogs may be subject to restrictions or require permits. There is no tapeworm requirement, and no quarantine for compliant pets. EU/EEA pets need a valid EU Pet Passport; third-country pets need a government-endorsed AHC valid for 10 days. The Ministry of Agriculture's Veterinary Services is the competent authority.

Frequently asked questions

How do I submit the 48-hour pre-arrival notification for Cyprus?
Contact the Cyprus Veterinary Services (Ministry of Agriculture) at least 48 hours before your planned arrival. Their contact details and notification forms are available at moa.gov.cy. When arriving by sea, contact the port veterinary office; for air arrivals, contact Larnaca or Paphos Airport veterinary services.
Can I enter Cyprus via a private yacht or boat?
Cyprus designates specific entry points for pets: Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos seaports, Latchi Marina, and the two airports. Entry via non-designated ports is not permitted for pets. If arriving by private yacht, ensure you dock at an approved port and have submitted 48 hours advance notice.
Does Cyprus have a quarantine requirement for pets?
No quarantine is required provided all documentation is in order — valid microchip, current rabies vaccination, EU Pet Passport (or AHC for non-EU pets), and 48h pre-arrival notification confirmation. Pets arriving without documentation may be detained by veterinary authorities at the port of entry.

Related resources

Rabies 21-Day Rule Calculator

Standalone rabies timing check for all EU/UK destinations

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