Country Compliance
Latvia Pet Import Requirements
Official veterinary regulations, microchip standards, rabies rules, and breed restrictions for entering Latvia.
1. Microchip & Identification
Dogs, cats and ferrets must be identified with transponder (microchip). Transponders must comply with the ISO standard 11784 and apply HDX or FDX-B technology and must be capable of being read by reading device (ISO Standard 11785). The identification of animals using tattoos is recognized only when the tattoo is clearly readable and was applied before 3rd July 2011. Vaccination must be done after the animal has been identified.
2. Rabies Vaccination
Dogs, cats and ferrets over 12 weeks of age must be vaccinated against rabies. Vaccination must be done after the animal has been identified. After primary vaccination you must wait 21 days before travel. Booster vaccination is valid from date given provided they are given on time (according to the instructions in the vaccine manufacturers data sheet). If the revaccination date is missed your animal will not meet the conditions.
3. Titre Tests & Bloodwork
Rabies antibody titration test is required (only from risk countries) The rabies titer test must be administered after waiting for a minimum of 30 days after administering the rabies vaccination. All samples must be processed at an approved laboratory. If test results are within acceptable limits, your pet can enter Latvia 3 calendar months after the date of blood sampling.
4. Breed Restrictions
IF your pet is entering from Malaysia, the following conditions must be met:
- Your pet has had no contact with pigs during at least the past 60 days prior to export.
- Your pet has not lived in a place where cases of Nipah disease have been confirmed during the past 60 days.
- your pet has been tested with negative a result to an IgG capture ELISA test carried out in a laboratory approved for testing for Nipah disease viruses within 10 days of export.
Cats from Australia may only enter under the condition that they have not lived in areas where cases of Hendra disease have been confirmed during the past 60 days.
Done-for-You Service
Breed rules in Latvia can mean a border denial.
Our IPATA-certified team verifies your specific breed against Latvia's current import rules and manages every document — so you arrive cleared, not turned away.
Get a Latvia Relocation Quote5. Customs & Import Rules
Import of live animal cargo into riga airport is only possible if arriving from another eu country or from any other country if pet is shipped to riga in transit via another eu member state airport (fra, waw for example) where veterinary inspection has been arranged!
Riga airport has no veterinary inspection available.
All pets must be free of evidence of disease communicable to humans when examined at the port of entry to Latvia.
Common Questions
Latvia pet travel — frequently asked
Are there breed restrictions for pets entering Latvia?
Yes, Latvia enforces breed restrictions for incoming pets. Review the Breed Restrictions section on this page for the specific breeds affected, or contact our team for a breed-specific compliance assessment.
Does Latvia require quarantine for dogs and cats?
No mandatory quarantine is listed for Latvia — however, requirements vary by origin country and are updated regularly. Confirm with our team for your specific route before travel.
What documents do I need to bring my pet to Latvia?
Pets entering Latvia typically require an ISO 11784/11785-compliant microchip, a valid rabies vaccination, and a health certificate from an accredited veterinarian, plus a rabies titre (antibody) test. Requirements vary by origin country — check each section above for the most current rules.
Popular Airlines
Airlines flying pets to Latvia
Each airline has its own breed restrictions, weight limits, and cargo embargo windows. Check policies before you book.
