Bangladesh Pet Import Requirements

What is a Pet Passport?

We refer to a pet passport as a collection of documents that fulfill Bangladesh pet import requirements for dogs or cats entering this country. This term is not to be confused with an official EU Pet Passport issued in the European Union for EU-resident pets. Your pet’s passport to enter Bangladesh will include import permit, proof of microchip, current rabies and other vaccinations, and an export health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian in the origination country.

Animals Eligible for These Pet Import Requirements

These rules apply to the transport of domestic dogs and cats including assistance and service animals. Unless 5th generation removed from the pedigree, wolf hybrids, Savannah and Bengal cats cannot be imported under these regulations. Owners of other types of pets (amphibia, reptiles, birds, rabbits, rodents) covered by these regulations should refer to IMPORTING OTHER PET ANIMALS TO BANGLADESH below.

Find a Licensed Veterinarian

Before beginning any pet export procedure, make sure your veterinarian is approved by the governing veterinarian authority in your pet’s country of origin. Your veterinarian should work for or is licensed by the agency of the government that is responsible for the movement of live animals.

Quarantine for Pets Entering Bangladesh

Your pet may be subject to up to 21 days of home quarantine when entering Bangladesh, even if the regulations listed here are met.If your pet does not conform to the regulations as stated below, it will be subject to quarantine if facilities are available, returned to the origination country, or euthanized. The importer will be responsible all costs involved.

Bangladesh Pet Import Requirements

All steps required to conform to Bangladesh pet import requirements must be completed in the origination country. Complete steps 1-6 in the order given.

Step 1: Pet Microchip

The first step to importing a pet dog or cat to Bangladesh is to have it identified with a microchip in accordance with the procedures in the country of origin. The most accepted form of identification is a 15-digit pet microchip that meets ISO (International Standards Organization) Standard 11784 or Annex A to ISO Standard 11785. All documents must reflect the microchip number.

If your pet is microchipped and the microchip is not ISO 11784/11785 compliant, the importer can provide a microchip scanner that will read their pet’s microchip.

Your veterinarian, a veterinary hospital, or a trained nurse should implant the microchip. You should receive documentation on how to register it in the manufacturer’s or your government’s database.

Step 2: Vaccinations

All cats and dogs over 3 months of age must be vaccinated for rabies between 30 days and 12 months prior to entering Bangladesh. Multi-year rabies vaccinations are not accepted.

The administering veterinarian should issue, sign, and stamp:

• a rabies certificate or
• government-issued vaccination booklet or
• EU Pet Passport

Other Vaccinations

Dogs should be vaccinated against distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, and parvovirus. Cats should be vaccinated against feline viral rhinotracheitis, panleukopenia and feline leukemia.

All vaccinations should be recorded on the international health certificate (step 5) at intervals required by the origination country.

Step 3: Rabies Titer (Serology) Test

A rabies titer test measures the level of rabies antibodies in your pet’s blood. It should be administered more than 30 days after the rabies vaccination.

This test is not required to enter Bangladesh; however, all pets originating in countries classified as having a high risk of rabies should always travel with a rabies titer test.

Note: Rabies titer test results or veterinary exemption letters are no substitute for proof of rabies vaccination.

Step 4: Parasite Treatments

Parasite treatments for internal and external parasites are recommended prior to entering Bangladesh with products approved in the country of origin. The administering veterinarian can record these treatments on the health certificate or issue a record of treatment. Pets should always be inspected by a licensed veterinarian for external parasites, such as fleas and ticks, prior to any international travel.

Step 5: Health Certificate

All countries worldwide require an original health certificate issued in the country of origin including the following information:

A licensed veterinarian in your country must complete the Pet Health Certificate for Bangladesh shortly prior to entry.

Most countries, including Bangladesh, require that this certificate be endorsed by the government agency responsible for the import and export of animals in the country of origin.

Step 6: Import Permit

An import permit (NOC) is required for pet dogs and cats entering Bangladesh. The following documents should be submitted with the permit:

• Description of your pet
• Endorsed Export Health Certificate
• Photo of your pet
• Copy of your passport

More Information

Importing Puppies and Kittens to Bangladesh

Puppies and kittens should not be vaccinated for rabies prior to three months of age. It is advised that puppies and kittens enter Bangladesh only after conforming to the regulations listed here.

Related: More information on transporting a puppy.

Breeds Banned by Bangladesh

Bangladesh does not publish a list of banned breeds. Importers are responsible for their pet’s behavior.

Entering Bangladesh by Air

Pets must enter or depart from Bangladesh as checked baggage or air cargo at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka.

The owner should be present at customs clearance. Pets may be subject to up to 21 days of home quarantine.

In all cases, pets must travel in a pet crate that is in accordance with the International Air Transport Association.

Related: Is your pet’s crate IATA-compliant?

Importers must provide prenotification to veterinary officials in advance, as they will need to be available to check your pet and its pet passport documentation after landing.

All domestic dogs and cats must be free of any signs of illness that can be transmitted to humans when evaluated at the entry airport. Importers will need to pay for further veterinary testing at this time if the health of your cat or dog is not acceptable.

Importing Other Animals to Bangladesh

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 Bangladesh. Pet owners are strongly advised to seek further information from the relevant authority of their country and/or that of the country of destination.

Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)

The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) prohibits the trade of some species of animals, including pets. This is important if you have a pet that isn’t a dog or cat, and it’s crucial if it’s a turtle or a parrot. If so, you will have to submit additional permit applications.

Over 180 nations participate in and enforce CITES rules and protections.

Related: Search the CITES database or Search the Species+ database

Related: Read more about CITES

Need More Pet Import Requirements for Bangladesh?

Visit PetTravelStore.com for step-by-step detailed instructions on regulations, permits, layovers, costs, tests and pet import regulations for Bangladesh at minimal cost. Our information is current, verified and tailored to your pet’s itinerary.

Here’s what is included in the Bangladesh pet passport package:

• Detailed instructions on importing your dog, cat or ferret to Bangladesh from any country available in six languages
• Required Vaccinations and Intervals
• ISO 11784/11785 Compliant Microchip Information
• Import Permit Application Instructions
• IATA Carrier and Crate Requirements
• Layover Considerations & Requirements for Airline Pet Travel
• Responsibilities of a Pet Transporter
• FREE unlimited email support both for you and your veterinarian, should either of you have any questions

Also included at no additional cost:

• Veterinary Health Certificate for Bangladesh (US/Canada)
• Airline Health Certificate
• Inoculation Record
• Microchip Certificate

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Current Information

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 or
• return your pet to the country of origin, or
• euthanize your pet.

We suggest that you minimize the disruptions that may occur by following Bangladesh pet import requirements.