Bringing a dog from the USA to Thailand: rules 2026
Taking a dog from the USA to Thailand requires an import permit from the Thai Department of Livestock Development and a USDA-endorsed health certificate, but there is no titer test and no facility quarantine. Pets undergo 10 days of supervised home isolation on arrival.
Destination requirements
- Import permit — arrange in advance with DLD; send documents (PDF) to qsap_bkk_import@dld.go.th; issued in ~7 working days by email; valid 60 days.
- ISO 11784/11785 microchip (15 digits) — before the rabies vaccination.
- Rabies vaccination — pet ≥3 months (12 weeks) when vaccinated; primary vaccine ≥21 days before arrival; recorded in the vet book.
- Other vaccines — Dogs: distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, leptospirosis (if no current lepto vaccine, a negative test within 30 days of departure). Cats: panleukopenia.
- Titer test (RNATT) — not required from rabies-controlled countries (USA, Canada, UK). Verify for high-risk countries.
- Certificate — veterinary certificate endorsed by the government veterinary authority (from the USA, USDA APHIS), issued within ~7 days of travel.
- Breeds — not confirmed at national level; verify for Bangkok.
- Quarantine — usually released on arrival with a full document set (fee ~500 THB/pet + 10 THB); quarantine only if documents are missing. In Bangkok, register/chip a resident pet within 30 days.
Official sources
- DLD Thailand — Import requirements for animals ↗
- MFA Thailand — Bringing a dog/cat from the USA (PDF) ↗
- MFA Thailand — Requirements for importation of animals (PDF) ↗
- ✓ ISO 11784/11785 microchipping before rabies vaccine timeline
- ✓ Rabies titer blood test (RNATT) & mandatory 90-day waiting period
- ✓ Airport transit zone regulations, international vet certificates & EU pet passport
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FAQ
Do I need a titer test to bring a dog from the USA to Thailand?
No. Thailand does not require a rabies titer test from the USA.
How do I get the Thailand DLD import permit?
Apply through the Thai Department of Livestock Development (DLD) — either via a Thai contact or the Royal Thai Embassy. Allow 2–4 weeks.
Is there quarantine for dogs entering Thailand?
No facility quarantine, but 10 days of home isolation (supervised by the DLD) is required on arrival.
How many dogs can I bring to Thailand?
The DLD allows a maximum of 3 dogs per person. More than 3 requires a commercial import permit.