Pet Microchip

Ethiopia does not require that your pet be identified with a pet microchip, but it is recommended that you microchip your pet and register your contact information prior to traveling as a means of identification should your pet be lost or separated from you.

If your pet does not have a registered microchip, make sure your pets are wearing tags that identify them and have contact information for the owner.

Vaccinations

Your pet must be vaccinated for rabies between 30 days and 12 months prior to entering the country.

Rabies Titer Test

A rabies titer test is strongly recommended when entering Ethiopia from high-rabies countries. Pet owners from all countries should consider a rabies titer test to avoid any issues at customs clearance.

Pet Health Certificate

Within 10 days of transport, the pet health certificate for Ethiopia must be completed by a licensed veterinarian in the origination country. Although it is not required, we recommend that the Governing Authority of your country responsible for the import and export of animals certify the forms. Certification may be required as a part of export procedures in your country.

Import Permit

You should obtain an authorization from the Ministry of Agriculture of Ethiopia in advance of the arrival of your pets.

Ticks and Tapeworm Treatment

A ticks and tapeworm treatment is not required prior to entering Ethiopia but is recommended due to availability of these products in the country.

Be aware that tick fever and intestinal parasites are a special problem with dogs and cats, and rabies is common in Ethiopia. Bring a good supply of flea and tick collars and shampoos. African tick fever has killed several American-owned dogs. Rabies and puppy vaccines are available only sporadically. There are American and European veterinarians working in Addis Ababa.

Entering Ethiopia by Air

Pets must enter Ethiopia via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Your pet can enter in the cabin, as checked baggage or as air cargo.

All domestic dogs and cats must be free of evidence of disease communicable to humans when examined at the entry airport. If your dog or cat is not in apparent good health, further examination by a licensed veterinarian may be required at your expense.

Banned Breeds

Ethiopia does not publish a list of banned breeds.

Other Animals

Birds, invertebrates, tropical fish, reptiles, amphibia, mammals such as rodents and rabbits are not subject to requirements of rabies vaccination, but may have to meet other requirements and should have a health certificate to enter Ethiopia. Pet owners are strongly advised to seek further information from the relevant authority of their country and/or that of the country of destination.

CITES

If your pet is not a dog, cat or ferret, and especially if it is a turtle or parrot, you should verify that it is not protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).  You will need to apply for additional permits if this is the case. Over 180 countries participate and enforce CITES regulations. .

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To the best of our ability, we ensure that recommendations given on PetTravel.com reflect the current regulations. We cannot predict how a given country may enforce these regulations. Noncompliance may result in the need to make arrangements to put your pet into quarantine at your expense, return your pet to the country of origin, or euthanize your pet. We suggest that you minimize the disruptions that may occur by following the rules of the country you are visiting.

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