Pet Transport from Switzerland to the Philippines
Shipping a dog or cat from Switzerland to Philippines rewards owners who start planning early. Around 18-26 weeks is sensible here, with a few steps that must happen in a strict order. Factor in 7 days of quarantine at the destination. You will need a rabies …
The Switzerland to Philippines import process
Every step must be completed in sequence. A single missed deadline can add months to your timeline. We own the entire process.
Responsible: You or pet transport agent
Responsible: Your veterinarian
Responsible: Your Swiss veterinarian
Responsible: You or pet transport agent
Responsible: FSVO-authorised vet + cantonal office
Responsible: You or agent
Responsible: BAI quarantine station
What your pet needs to enter Philippines
Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.
What this route typically costs
Critical points
The 7-day quarantine is mandatory. No exceptions, regardless of vaccination status or titre test results.
BAI import permit must be in place before your pet arrives. Apply at least 30 days in advance.
Switzerland is not EU. The FSVO-endorsed health certificate is required -- not a Swiss pet passport.
Approved carriers for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.
Meeting Philippines's entry requirements
Advice worth following
Work backwards from your travel date and add a buffer. Fixed waiting periods mean a single slipped appointment can push the whole move back by weeks.
Check the airline’s crate size and labelling rules early. An undersized or wrongly labelled crate is a frequent reason pets are refused at check-in.
Ask about temperature embargoes for your travel window. Summer and winter cargo restrictions can rule out certain routes and dates entirely.
Book the titre test laboratory well ahead. Approved labs have limited slots and the sample takes time to process, so this is not something to leave to the final weeks.