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Importing Your Pet to Malaysia

Moderate to import

Malaysia’s pet import rules are managed by the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS). The process is reasonably straightforward for dogs and cats from approved countries, with no mandatory quarantine for pets arriving with correct documentation.

An import licence from the DVS is required before travel. This is applied for through the DVS and typically takes 2-4 weeks. All pets must arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), which has the main DVS inspection facility.

Malaysia requires pets to be microchipped (ISO standard), vaccinated against rabies, and covered by an official veterinary health certificate. The health certificate must be issued by a government veterinarian in the origin country within 14 days of departure.

Import Requirements

Microchip

Required (ISO 11784/11785)

Rabies Vaccination

Required. Minimum age: 16 weeks. 30-day wait after vaccination before travel

Titre Test

Required. Minimum: 0.5 IU/ml. 30-day wait from test date before entry

Quarantine

Mandatory quarantine. 30 days. Facility: DVS quarantine station

Import Permit

Required. Issued by: Department of Veterinary Services

Health Certificate

Required. Issued by: Official veterinarian. Valid for 14 days from issue

The DVS import licence

Apply for the DVS import licence before booking your flight. The licence specifies the arrival port (KLIA for most international arrivals) and the pet’s details. You’ll need your pet’s microchip number, vaccination history, and a copy of the health certificate format from the origin country.

Malaysia does not officially require a rabies titre test for most origins, though this is subject to change. Always verify current requirements directly with the DVS or through a registered pet transport agent before finalising your plans.

Dogs only: tapeworm treatment

Dogs entering Malaysia must be treated for tapeworm (Echinococcus) before arrival if coming from certain countries. Check whether your origin country is on the list that requires treatment. The treatment must be administered by a veterinarian within a specific window before travel and recorded in the health certificate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, quarantine is mandatory in Malaysia. Your pet will be held for 30 days on arrival. The cost is the owner’s responsibility. Ensure all documentation is in order before travel to avoid extended quarantine.

Yes, a rabies titre test is required for pets entering Malaysia from most origins. Blood must be drawn at least 30 days after vaccination, and there is a 30-day waiting period after a successful result before entry. Start this process early.

Yes, an import permit is required. Apply through Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) before booking your flight. The permit must be obtained before travel.

Yes, cats can be imported into Malaysia. The same microchip, vaccination, and health certificate requirements apply as for dogs. Some rules (such as tapeworm treatment) apply to dogs only. Verify current requirements with DVS.

A government-issued veterinary health certificate is required, endorsed by the official veterinary authority in your origin country. The certificate must be issued close to the travel date (typically within 7-10 days). Contact DVS or a pet transport agent for the required certificate format.

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  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Quarantine: Mandatory quarantine. 30 days. Facility: DVS quarantine station
  • Code: MY

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