Pet Transport from Kenya to Finland
Which Finland rules depend on a pet coming from Kenya?
The EU sorts non-EU countries into groups, and Kenya falls in “Non-listed third countries and territories”.
Rabies antibody titration test required: sample taken by an authorised veterinarian at least 30 days after primary vaccination and not less than 90 days before the animal health certificate is issued, tested in an EU-designated laboratory, result at least 0.5 IU/ml. The 90-day wait does not apply to re-entry of an EU-resident pet whose passport documents a favourable test done before leaving the EU. Official source
These rules apply to that group, on top of the rules every pet follows:
- Rabies titre test: Where required (non-listed origins), the test must measure a level of neutralising antibody to rabies virus in serum of at least 0.5 IU/ml, done in a designated laboratory. Neither the EC page nor 2026/131 (which refers to point 1 of Annex XXI to Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/692) names a test method such as FAVN or RFFIT. Applies to dogs and cats from non-listed third countries.
Bringing a pet into the EU from a non-EU country, checked 1 October 2026 - Rabies titre test: The test must be done by an official laboratory designated under Article 37 of Regulation (EU) 2017/625, or by a laboratory in a third country listed in Annex VIII to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/404 designated in line with Article 37(4) and (5) of that Regulation; only laboratories specifically accredited for the method may do it, so the laboratory need not be in the EU. The EC publishes the lists of designated laboratories. Applies to dogs and cats from non-listed third countries.
Designated laboratories for performing rabies antibody titration tests, checked 1 October 2026 - Rabies titre test: The blood sample must be taken by an authorised veterinarian at least 30 days after the primary vaccination (or within a current valid vaccination series) and not less than 90 days before the animal health certificate is issued. Applies to dogs and cats from non-listed third countries.
Bringing a pet into the EU from a non-EU country, checked 1 October 2026
The rules that apply to every pet entering Finland, whatever the origin, are listed with their official sources in our Finland guide.
What does Kenya require before your pet leaves?
- Export health certificate: Per the Kenya Trade Information Portal: exports of dogs and cats are regulated by the DVS, which issues an international veterinary certificate confirming the destination's conditions are met; exports through JKIA follow a 13-step clearance procedure (clearing agent, customs entry, DVS release, KRA release). Applies to dogs and cats leaving Kenya.
Dogs & cats export procedure through JKIA, checked 2 October 2026 - Other conditions: Per the Kenya Trade Information Portal (JKIA export step 3, DVS Animal Holding Station, certified by the DVS officer in charge 19/09/2019): documents for DVS verification include the international veterinary certificate (VS16), the destination import permit and the vaccination certificate; the station works Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:00, and consignments arriving after 1700 hrs need pre-arranged inspection with DVS officers. Applies to dogs and cats exported through JKIA.
Dogs & cats export through JKIA, step 3: submit clearance documents for verification (DVS), checked 2 October 2026
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Requirements on this page were checked against the authorities below. Rules change, so confirm current conditions with the relevant authority before you travel.
- IATA · International Air Transport Association, Live Animals Regulations