What is a Pet Passport?
We refer to a pet passport as a collection of documents that address Myanmar pet import requirements for dogs or cats entering the country. This term is not to be confused with an official EU Pet Passport issued in the European Union for resident pets. Your pet’s passport to enter Myanmar will include proof of rabies and other vaccinations and an international export health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian in the origination country.
Animals Eligible for These Regulations
Unless otherwise stated, the regulations below apply to domestic dogs and cats, including service and assistance dogs and cats. Wolf hybrids and Savannah and Bengal cats, unless 5th generation removed from the pedigree, cannot be imported under these regulations.
Find a Licensed Veterinarian
Before beginning any pet export procedure, owners, agents, or anyone transporting a pet should ensure that their veterinarian is licensed by the governing authority in their country that is responsible for the movement of live animals. This veterinarian should administer all vaccinations and treatments, as well as issue all required documentation.
Quarantine for pets entering Myanmar
Your pet may be subject to 30 days of quarantine at approved premises upon entry 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.
Myanmar Pet Import Requirements
All steps required to conform to Myanmar pet import requirements must be completed in the origination country. Complete steps 1-6 in the order given.
Step 1: Pet Microchip
Your pet should be identified prior to entering Myanmar 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 pet’s microchip is not ISO 11784/11785 compliant, you 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 at least 21 days prior to entering Myanmar for primary vaccinations. Pets entering Myanmar from countries classified by the World Animal Health Organization as rabies-free are exempt from this requirement; however, Myanmar is not a rabies-free country, and this vaccination will protect your pet from this terrible disease. Additionally, a current rabies vaccination is likely required to export your pet from the country of origin.
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, adenovirus type 2, hepatitis, leptospirosis, hepatitis (two types), parainfluenza virus type 2, and parvovirus type 2b. Cats should be vaccinated against panleukopenia, feline viral rhinotracheitis, and calicivirus. 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 is not required to enter Myanmar from any country. Note that 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 Myanmar 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 for parasites prior to any international travel.
Step 5: Health Certificate
All countries worldwide require an original health certificate, including:
- owner’s information
- origination and destination details and
- details of your pet and
- vaccinations and treatments,
- veterinary attestations regarding symptoms of contagious diseases at the time of export.
Further, your veterinarian must certify that your pet is healthy enough to travel and is not from a region that is subject to rabies restrictions. The health certificate must clearly identify your pet. Depending on the country of origin, additional details and treatments must be listed.
A licensed veterinarian in your country must complete the Pet Health Certificate for Myanmar within 7 days of entry.
Most countries, including Myanmar, require that this certificate be endorsed by the government agency responsible for the import and export of animals.
Step 6: Import Permit
Pet dogs and cats entering Myanmar with their owners will not require an import permit.
More Information
Importing Puppies and Kittens to Myanmar
Puppies and kittens should not be vaccinated for rabies prior to 3 months of age. Unvaccinated puppies and kittens may enter Myanmar with the mother’s proof of rabies vaccination, which must be current when giving birth. Importers should be prepared to provide proof of:
- the age of your puppy or kitten and
- that no case of rabies has occurred in the area of export within 90 days of travel.
Related: More information on transporting a puppy.
Breeds Banned for Import to Myanmar
The following breeds and mixes are restricted from entering Myanmar: Pit Bulls, American Staffordshire Terriers, and American Staffordshire Bull Terriers.
Flying Your Pet to Myanmar
Flights to Myanmar should be direct or transit through a rabies controlled country or another EU Member State if possible*. *Note: If your pet has a layover in an EU Member State in its itinerary, then additional requirements will apply.
Entering Myanmar by Air
Pets must enter Myanmar via Yangon International Airport. Pets can enter as checked baggage or air cargo according to airline pet policies. The owner must be present at customs clearance.
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 should inform 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.
Your pet dog or cat will be subject to quarantine at approved premises for a minimum of 30 days upon arrival, during which they shall be submitted for testing or treatment if necessary. The importer or owner is responsible for any expenses.
Importing Other Animals to Myanmar
All pets other than cats and dogs (ferrets, rabbits, amphibians, reptiles, etc.) will need an import permit and health certificate to enter Myanmar. 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 and enforce CITES rules and protections.
Related: Search the CITES database or Search the Species+ database
Related: Read more about CITES
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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 Myanmar pet import requirements.
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