Pet Transport USA to Cambodia: MAFF Permit and Asian Hub Routing in 2026
Bringing your dog or cat from United States to Cambodia takes some coordination, but the requirements are well defined. There is a fair amount of paperwork here, so plan on around 6-12 weeks. This …
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Responsible: Your US vet
Responsible: Your US vet
Responsible: You or Cambodia-side agent
Responsible: USDA-accredited vet and USDA APHIS
Cambodia entry requirements
Every item below must be in place before your pet can enter. We verify and track each one.
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Critical points
The journey from the US to Cambodia is 20-30 hours with transit. Crate preparation is important.
Phnom Penh International (PNH) is the main cargo hub. Cambodia has limited veterinary infrastructure; arrange a local vet contact before arrival.
MAFF processing times can be variable. Start the permit early and use a local agent.
Approved carriers on this route
| Airline | Notes | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Airlines (via Singapore) | Singapore Airlines from major US cities (JFK, LAX, SFO) to Singapore Changi (SIN) with onward connections to Phnom Penh (PNH). Singapore Airlines Cargo is one of the world's premier live animal carriers. Singapore Changi has excellent animal care facilities. | Cargo Only |
| Thai Airways (via Bangkok) | Thai Airways from various US gateways via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) to Phnom Penh. Thai Cargo accepts pets. Bangkok-Phnom Penh is a short and well-served connection. | Cargo Only |
| Cathay Pacific (via Hong Kong) | Cathay Pacific from US cities (JFK, LAX, SFO, ORD) via Hong Kong (HKG) to Phnom Penh. Cathay Pacific Cargo accepts pets. Hong Kong is a major Asia-Pacific cargo hub. | Cargo Only |
Cambodia entry requirements at a glance
Getting the details right
Microchip before you vaccinate. The microchip must be in place before the rabies shot for the vaccination to count, and getting this order wrong is the most common and costly mistake.
Use an official, government-authorised vet for the health certificate, not just your usual clinic. Many destinations only accept certificates signed by an approved vet.
If this is your first international move, consider an IPATA-registered pet transport agent. They handle the documents, airline booking and crate sizing, and can troubleshoot problems.
Get your pet used to the travel crate weeks in advance. A calm, crate-familiar animal travels far better than one meeting the crate for the first time at the airport.
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