Okay, real talk before you book anything to Iceland. Here's what nobody tells you: this is a quarantine country, and it does not care how cute your dog is or how short the flight feels. Mochi gave me that judgy Frenchie stare when I explained it, but the rules are the rules. Read the quarantine section twice, because that one line changes your entire timeline and budget.
Bringing a pet to Iceland requires three documents in the right order: a microchip, a rabies vaccine within the destination's wait window, and a government-endorsed health certificate. The table below lays out exactly what's required, what's not, and where each rule comes from.
How Iceland handles your pet Importers must apply for an import permit to MAST and the pets must fulfill health requirements (vaccinations and testing) in addition to staying in quarantine for 2 weeks upon arrival.
Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the
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In the cabin ✓ Accepted
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Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedd Transport Methods Cats and dogs may be transported to Iceland: Accompanied in cabin (if approved by the airline). MAST statement regarding transport in cabin . Accompanied as checked baggage (in the aircraft's hold)… verified 2026-07-20 Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Bull Terrier/American Staffordshire Terrier/Staffordshire Bull Terrier/American Bulldog - Fila Brasileiro - Tosa Inu - Dogo Argentino - Cane Corso - Presa Canario - Bo verified 2026-07-20 Minimum age 3 weeks …are encouraged to do the rabies vaccination and antibody test in a timely manner. A waiting time of 2-3 weeks for the certificate to arrive is not uncommon. Non-permitted importation Cats: Importation of fhe… verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking required ✓ Yests are required to stay in quarantine for a minimum of 14 days. The importer must make reservations in advance at a quarantine station. Deadlines for the completion and submission of the verified 2026-07-16 Sedation allowed ✓ Yescope with the flight and quarantine stay. Travel to Iceland Can I give my pet a sedative for the flight? No, sedation is only allowed to be administered to an animal under the supervision of a veterinarian. As the verified 2026-07-09 Pregnant animals accepted ✗ Noon-permitted importation Cats: Importation of fhe following is not permitted: • Pregnant and lactating queens. verified 2026-07-20 Sedation needs vet approval ✓ YesNo, sedation is only allowed to be administered to an animal under the supervision of a veterinarian. verified 2026-07-16 Crate must have/be a carrier d Transport Methods Cats and dogs may be transported to Iceland: Accompanied in cabin (if approved by the airline). MAST statement regarding transport in cabin . Accompanied as checked baggage (in the aircraft's hold)… verified 2026-07-20 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedand dogs may be transported to Iceland: Accompanied in cabin (if approved by the airline). MAST statement regarding transport in cabin . Accompanied as checked baggage (in the aircraft's hold) As air cargo (via a… verified 2026-07-16 Hold: Minimum age 12 weeks es, fulfills the following requirements laid down in parts 5 a)-f) The dog was at least 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination and any subsequent revaccination was carried out Details of the current… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesTransit permits - Keflavik Airport and Ferry Ports Service dogs For transit in Keflavik airport with a service animal you must have a MAST transit permit. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Nursing allowed ✗ NoNon-permitted importation Cats: Importation of fhe following is not permitted: • Pregnant and lactating queens. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✓ Yeson-permitted importation Cats: Importation of fhe following is not permitted: • Pregnant and lactating queens. • Cats that have been injured or undergone surgery just p verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Sedation needs vet approval ✓ Yescope with the flight and quarantine stay. Travel to Iceland Can I give my pet a sedative for the flight? No, sedation is only allowed to be administered to an animal under the supervision of a veterinarian. As the… verified 2026-07-16 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant Import permit and certificate of health and origin for import of a cagebirds to Iceland must be presented to customs at arrival. The transport crate must be robust and of a material easy to clean and disinfect. The size… verified 2026-06-19 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedmust comply with the MAST import conditions. Importers must apply for an import permit to MAST and the pets must fulfill health requirements (vaccinations and testing) in addition to staying in quarantine for 2 weeks… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ Yesland shall have remained in an approved exporting country for the last 6 months prior to importation (or from birth) or in another exporting country that is in the same category with regard to rabies. Category 1… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NoNo, sedation is only allowed to be administered to an animal under the supervision of a veterinarian. verified 2026-07-16 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✓ Yeson-permitted importation Cats: Importation of fhe following is not permitted: • Pregnant and lactating queens. • Cats that have been injured or undergone surgery just prior to importation and require special supervision… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Sedation needs vet approval ✓ YesNo, sedation is only allowed to be administered to an animal under the supervision of a veterinarian. verified 2026-07-16 Cargo: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant Import permit and certificate of health and origin for import of a cagebirds to Iceland must be presented to customs at arrival. The transport crate must be robust and of a material easy to clean and disinfect. The size… verified 2026-06-19 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ Yesf the quarantine stations. They must also fulfil all health requirements as per health certificate and guidance notes. Must I fulfil all import conditions if I am only transiting through Iceland with my verified 2026-07-16 Health certificate validity 5 days All documents must be sent as an attachment via email to petimport@mast.is If the documents are received later than 5 days prior to the scheduled date of arrival, MAST may reject the importation. verified 2026-07-16 Microchip · Required ✓ YesIncorrect vaccination protocol (mainly with the leptospirosis vaccination) Laboratory reports POSITIVE results for Brucella/leishmania/A.vasorum No sampling date and/or microchip number on the report Reports NOT IN… verified 2026-07-20 Microchip · Standard ISO compliant If in doubt about the type of dog you are planning to import, please contact MAST for further information. 2) Microchip must be ISO compliant 19.09.21 [TABLE] Name | Tel.no. verified 2026-07-15 Microchip · Tattoo accepted ✓ Yesclearly readable tattoo if applied before 3 July 2011 verified 2026-07-07 Quarantine · Type quarantine station If the arrival time is earlier or later, importers have to contact the quarantine station for approval verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Required ✓ YesAll cats and dogs must undergo a minimum of 14 days quarantine at one of the two quarantine stations. verified 2026-07-16 Quarantine · Reducible ✓ Yespply for a permit for their isolation to take place at home. An application for home quarantine for assistance dogs must be received by the Food Administration at least one mo verified 2026-07-16 Quarantine · Duration 14 days All cats and dogs must undergo a minimum of 14 days quarantine at one of the two quarantine stations verified 2026-07-16 Quarantine · Pre-approval required ✓ Yesorting dog semen to Iceland (deep frozen / chilled) The importer must obtain an import permit issued by the Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority (MAST) before importing dog semen. The importer shall ensure that the… verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Reduced duration 14 days Quarantine Imported dogs are required to stay in quarantine for a minimum of 14 days. verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Approved facility required ✓ Yesnew the flight arrives in Iceland on a weekend (Saturday/Sunday), will this be approved? No. Weekend arrivals are not approved. The quarantine stations work in an all-in-all-out basis. Please contact the quaratine… verified 2026-07-16 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Required ✓ YesYes, every dog/cat planning to enter Iceland must have a rabies vaccination and a serology titer test at least 30 days after the vaccination verified 2026-07-16 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved labs list EU approved laboratory The rabies serology test must be performed in an EU approved laboratory verified 2026-07-16 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Minimum level iu ml 0.5 Rabies titer < 0,5 IU/ml For Category 2 countries: Rabies titer done less than 90 days before import. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ Yesity ( MAST ) is required to import pets to the country. In addition to an import permit, pets must fulfill requirements of vaccinations and testing. Please visit the Iceland Food and Veterinary Authority website for… verified 2026-07-20 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Waiting period after test days 90 days an I still import my animal even though only 44 days have passed? NO. At least 90 days must have passed since the day the blood sample for the serology test was taken, before the animal can be imported into Iceland verified 2026-07-16 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Test must follow vaccination days 30 days Rabies titer done less than 30 days after vaccination (day of vaccination is day zero). verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Cost 39633 The permit fee is ISK 39.633 verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Required ✓ YesExpand All Collapse All Dogs and Cats An import permit issued by Iceland Food and Veterinary Authority ( MAST ) is required to import pets to the country. verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Lead time 30 days It is preferable that the application be submitted to MAST at least 30 days prior to import. verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Issuing authority the Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority orting dog semen to Iceland (deep frozen / chilled) The importer must obtain an import permit issued by the Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority (MAST) before importing dog semen. The importer shall ensure that the importati verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Permit validity 365 days The import permit is valid for one year after the date of issue. verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Documents required to obtain dog breed, country of export, microchip number, importers name, address Necessary information for an import permit application: dog breed, country of export, microchip number, verified 2026-07-20 Flea treatment · Required ✓ YesYour service dog must be treated with a veterinary medicinal product licensed for the treatment of fleas and other external parasites no more than 120 hours and no less than 24 hours before the flight to Iceland verified 2026-07-15 Flea treatment · Timing notes 24 hours before the flight Your service dog must be treated with a veterinary medicinal product licensed for the treatment of fleas and other external parasites no more than 120 hours and no less than 24 hours before the flight to Iceland verified 2026-07-20 Tick treatment · Required ✓ YesThe veterinary medicinal product(s) used for external parasites must be registered for lice, fleas and ticks. verified 2026-07-15 Health certificate · Required ✓ YesPlease visit the Iceland Food and Veterinary Authority website for more information about the requirements your pet must meet to travel to Iceland as well as a links to: Detailed instructions Health certificates Import… verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Endorsed by APHIS View additional information for pet owners, airlines, and others about APHIS endorsement of international health certificates (239.52 KB) . verified 2026-07-24 Health certificate · Validity days 5 days Submission of D2 certificate to MAST no later than 5 days prior to date of importation A signed copy of the signed Certificate of Health and Origin (D2) and… verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Original required ✓ YesOriginal Certificate of Health and Origin (D1). verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Government endorsed ✓ Yessubsequently endorsed by the competent authority confirming the animal’s fitness to travel verified 2026-07-15 Microchip required · Microchip required ✓ YesIncorrect vaccination protocol (mainly with the leptospirosis vaccination) Laboratory reports POSITIVE results for Brucella/leishmania/A.vasorum No sampling date and/or microchip number on the report Reports NOT IN… verified 2026-06-19 Other vaccinations · Distemper ✓ YesNo, at least 14 days must have passed since the last vaccination (this applies to Leptospirosis vaccine, as well as canine distemper, infectious canine hepatitis, canine parvovirus and canine parainfluenza). verified 2026-07-16 Other vaccinations · Adenovirus ✓ YesVaccination against Date of vaccination (dd/mm/yy) Vaccine name and manufacturer Valid until (dd/mm/yy) 5 b) Leptospirosis Date of last two vaccinations 5 c) Canine distemper 5 d) Infectious canine hepatitis verified 2026-07-20 Other vaccinations · Parvovirus ✓ YesNo, at least 14 days must have passed since the last vaccination (this applies to Leptospirosis vaccine, as well as canine distemper, infectious canine hepatitis, canine parvovirus and canine parainfluenza). verified 2026-07-16 Other vaccinations · Leptospirosis ✓ YesYes, every dog/cat planning to enter Iceland must have a leptospirosis vaccination at least 14 days prior to entering Iceland. verified 2026-07-16 Other vaccinations · Parainfluenza ✓ YesThe last vaccination must be carried out at least 14 days before importation. - (c) Leptospirosis, (d) Canine distemper, (e) Infectious canine hepatitis, (f) Canine parvovirus, (g) Canine parainfluenza vaccinations. verified 2026-07-20 Other vaccinations · Canine influenza ✓ YesDogs from USA, Canada and Singapore must have a valid vaccination for canine influenza. i.e. have received the appropriate basic vaccination which has been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer´s instructions. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ YesThe cat must have a valid rabies vaccination, i.e. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination · Booster required ✓ YesWhat is the difference between Category 1 and Category 2 countries (in terms of rabies testing)? Category 1: Rabies free countries - Rabies antibody testing must be performed at least 30 days after a valid rabies… verified 2026-07-16 Rabies vaccination · Waiting period after vaccination 30 days Category 1: Rabies free countries - Rabies antibody testing must be performed at least 30 days after a valid rabies vaccination. verified 2026-07-16 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 12 weeks 5 a) Rabies vaccination and antibody titre test The dog was at least 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination and any subsequent revaccination was carried out wit Details of the… verified 2026-07-20 Tapeworm treatment · Drug pyrantel …spectra Milbemycin oxime, afoxolaner Simparica Sarolaner Simparica trio Moxidectin, pyrantel embonate, sarolaner Advantage Multi® Imidacloprid, moxidectin [TABLE] EXTERNAL PARASITES - VETERINARY… verified 2026-07-15 Tapeworm treatment · Required ✓ Yesoxolaner Simparica trio Moxidectin, Pyrantel Embonate, Sarolaner Stronghold Selamectin Caniverm Fenbendazole, Pyrantel embonate, Praziquantel Treatment for Angiostrongylus vasorum – part 7 b) • If the dog… verified 2026-07-15 Tapeworm treatment · Window min hours before arrival 24 Your service dog must be treated with a veterinary medicinal product licensed for the treatment of fleas and other external parasites no more than 120 hours and no less than 24 hours before the flight to Iceland verified 2026-07-20 Internal parasite treatment · Required ✓ YesThe veterinary medicinal product(s) used for internal parasites must be registered for roundworm and tapeworm. verified 2026-07-15 Internal parasite treatment · Timing notes First treatment between 21 and 28 days (3-4 weeks) prior to importation; Second treatment between 5 and 10 days prior to importation First treatment between 21 and 28 days (3-4 weeks) prior to importation - Second treatment between 5 and 10 days prior to importation verified 2026-07-15 Internal parasite treatment · Drug accepted must be registered for roundworm and tapeworm The veterinary medicinal product(s) used for internal parasites must be registered for roundworm and tapeworm. verified 2026-07-15 Rabies vaccination required · Rabies vaccination required ✓ YesYour service dog must have a valid rabies vaccination and be treated with a veterinary medicinal product licensed for the treatment of fleas, lice, and ticks no more than 120 hours and no less than 24 hours before the… verified 2026-06-19 Other rules Dangerous breeds banned ✗ YesThe following breeds are not permitted in Iceland: Hybrids from wolves and dogs for at least 10 generations. The following dog breeds, as well as their cross breeds for at least 5 generations. 1) Pit Bull… verified 2026-07-15 Breed restrictions apply ✗ YesThe following breeds are not permitted in Iceland: Hybrids from wolves and dogs for at least 10 generations. The following dog breeds, as well as their cross breeds for at least 5 generations. 1) Pit Bull… verified 2026-07-15 Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NoNon-permitted importation Cats: Importation of fhe following is not permitted: • Pregnant and lactating queens. • Cats that have been injured or undergone surgery just prior to importation and require special… verified 2026-07-20 Assistance animals accepted ✓ Yes: Guidance notes C1 Cats from category 2 countries: Guidance notes C2 Certified service dogs; importation and home quarantine: Guidance notes SD Guidance notes for vaccination against Leptospirosis (dogs only) Guidance… verified 2026-07-20 Service & assistance animals Recognized ✓ Yesl is travelling in cabin as a service dog. Visit our page on transit permit for service dogs - Keflavík airport . Updated 11.03.2026 Can we improve the information on the p verified 2026-07-16 Cabin allowed ✓ Yes: Guidance notes C1 Cats from category 2 countries: Guidance notes C2 Certified service dogs; importation and home quarantine: Guidance notes SD Guidance notes for vaccination against Leptospirosis (dogs only) Guidance… verified 2026-07-20 Esa recognized ✓ Yes: Guidance notes C1 Cats from category 2 countries: Guidance notes C2 Certified service dogs; importation and home quarantine: Guidance notes SD Guidance notes for vaccination against Leptospirosis (dogs only) Guidance… verified 2026-07-20 Forms required ✓ YesRVICE DOG HANDLER Full name Address Country e-mail PART 2 - SERVICE DOG Name of service dog Breed Microchip number Flight 1 arriving in KEF Flight 2 departing from KEF Flight 1 arriving in KEF Flight 2 departing from… verified 2026-07-15 Advance notice hours 120 hours …a veterinary medicinal product licensed for the treatment of fleas and other external parasites no more than 120 hours and no less than 24 hours before the flight to Iceland. This treatment must be verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine exemption ✓ YesOnly importers of certified assistance dogs can apply for a permit for their isolation to take place at home. verified 2026-07-16 Import rules modified ✓ YesDifferent conditions apply for eligible assistance dogs. verified 2026-07-16 Documentation required ✓ Yesf the quarantine stations. They must also fulfil all health requirements as per health certificate and guidance notes. Must I fulfil all import conditions if I am only transiting through Iceland with my verified 2026-07-16 In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedt Contact us IS EN Import of live animals Follow these instructions to import a cat or dog to Iceland. If you have any questions, contact us by calling or you can send us an e-mail to petimport@mast.is Importation of… verified 2026-07-20 Minimum age 12 weeks If b) applies, what country/countries: The cat was at least 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination an d any subsequent revacci nation was carried out w 5 a) Rabies… verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking notice 24 hours t of fleas and other external parasites no more than 120 hours and no less than 24 hours before the flight to Iceland. This treatment must be registered in your service dog's vaccination verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking required ✓ YesIf in doubt about the type of dog you are planning to import, please contact MAST for further information. verified 2026-07-20 Booking method website set three-day period approximately three weeks apart. Quarantine admission (check-in) dates can be found on the relevant station´s website. IMPORTATION OF CATS FROM A CATEGORY 1 COUNTRY Updated 01.07.2025 2/5 I verified 2026-07-16 Pregnant animals accepted ✓ Yeson-permitted importation Cats: Importation of fhe following is not permitted: • Pregnant and lactating queens. • Cats that have been injured or undergone surgery just prior to importation and require special supervision… verified 2026-07-20 Crate must have/be IATA-compliant, a carrier The transport cage must fulfill IATA requirements and be large enough for the cat to be able to stand, lie down and turn around. verified 2026-07-20 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedand dogs may be transported to Iceland: Accompanied in cabin (if approved by the airline). MAST statement regarding transport in cabin . Accompanied as checked baggage (in the aircraft's hold) As air cargo (via a… verified 2026-07-16 Hold: Minimum age 12 weeks If b) applies, what country/countries: The cat was at least 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination an d any subsequent revacci nation was carried o 5 a) Rabies… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ Yestact the quarantine station for approval. Approved exporting countries Dogs and cats can only be imported to Iceland from approved exporting countries Approved exporting countries are divided into two categories with… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Sedation allowed ✓ YesAccompanied as checked baggage (in the aircraft's hold) As air cargo (via a freight service) I am travelling with my car on a ferry from Denmark, can my pet travel with me? verified 2026-07-09 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✓ Yeson-permitted importation Cats: Importation of fhe following is not permitted: • Pregnant and lactating queens. • Cats that have been injured or undergone surgery just prior to importation and require special supervision… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be IATA-compliant, a carrier The transport cage must fulfill IATA requirements and be large enough for the cat to be able to stand, lie down and turn around. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedus by calling or you can send us an e-mail to petimport@mast.is Importation of pets must comply with the MAST import conditions. Importers must apply for an import permit to MAST and the pets must fulfill health… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Minimum age 12 weeks If b) applies, what country/countries: The cat was at least 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination an d any subsequent revacci nation was carried out w 5 a) Rabies… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ Yesland shall have remained in an approved exporting country for the last 6 months prior to importation (or from birth) or in another exporting country that is in the same category with regard to rabies. Category 1… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✓ Yeson-permitted importation Cats: Importation of fhe following is not permitted: • Pregnant and lactating queens. • Cats that have been injured or undergone surgery just prior to importation and require special supervision… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Crate must have/be ventilated, a carrier Import permit and certificate of health and origin for import of a cagebirds to Iceland must be presented to customs at arrival. The transport crate must be robust and of a material easy to c lean and disinfect. The… verified 2026-06-19 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ YesThey must also fulfil all health requirements as per health certificate and guidance notes. verified 2026-07-16 Import permit copy required ✓ YesPets will not be allowed to stay overnight at the airport. The following documentation must accompany the cat to Iceland (in an envelope attached to the cage) - Import permit (can be a copy) - Original Certificate of… verified 2026-07-16 Microchip · Required ✓ YesThe pet animal (dog, cat or ferret) must be identified by the implantation of a microchip verified 2026-07-15 Microchip · Standard ISO compliant The microchip must be ISO compliant. verified 2026-07-20 Microchip · Tattoo accepted ✓ Yesclearly readable tattoo if applied before 3 July 2011 verified 2026-07-07 Quarantine · Type approved_facility All cats and dogs must undergo a minimum of 14 days quarantine at one of the two quarantine stations verified 2026-07-16 Quarantine · Required ✓ YesAll cats and dogs must undergo a minimum of 14 days quarantine at one of the two quarantine stations. verified 2026-07-16 Quarantine · Duration 14 days Quarantine Imported dogs are required to stay in quarantine for a minimum of 14 days. The importer must make reservations in advance at a quarantine station. Deadlines for the… verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Pre-approval required ✓ YesImporters must apply for an import permit to MAST and the pets must fulfill health requirements (vaccinations and testing) in addition to staying in quarantine for 2 weeks upon arrival. verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Approved facility required ✓ YesAll cats and dogs must undergo a minimum of 14 days quarantine at one of the two quarantine stations verified 2026-07-16 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Required ✓ YesYes, every dog/cat planning to enter Iceland must have a rabies vaccination and a serology titer test at least 30 days after the vaccination verified 2026-07-24 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Minimum level iu ml 0.5 Rabies titer < 0,5 IU/ml For Category 2 countries: Rabies titer done less than 90 days before import. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ YesThe rabies serology test must be performed in an EU approved laboratory verified 2026-07-16 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Waiting period after test days 90 days At least 90 days must have passed since the day the blood sample for the serology test was taken, before the animal can be imported into Iceland verified 2026-07-16 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Test must follow vaccination days 30 days Rabies titer done less than 30 days after vaccination (day of vaccination is day zero). verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Cost 39633 The permit fee is ISK 39.633 verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Required ✓ YesExpand All Collapse All Dogs and Cats An import permit issued by Iceland Food and Veterinary Authority ( MAST ) is required to import pets to the country. verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Lead time 5 days …applicable test results must be submitted to the Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority of Iceland at least 5 days before importation into Iceland. verified 2026-07-25 Import permit · Issuing authority Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority The importer must have obtained an import permit issued by the Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority (MAST) verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Permit validity 365 days The import permit is valid for one year after the date of issue. verified 2026-07-16 Import permit · Documents required to obtain cat breed, country of export, microchip number, importers name, address Necessary information for an import permit application: cat breed, country of export, microchip number, verified 2026-07-16 Flea treatment · Required ✓ YesYour service dog must be treated with a veterinary medicinal product licensed for the treatment of fleas and other external parasites no more than 120 hours and no less than 24 hours before the flight to Iceland verified 2026-07-20 Flea treatment · Timing notes 24 hours before the flight Your service dog must be treated with a veterinary medicinal product licensed for the treatment of fleas and other external parasites no more than 120 hours and no less than 24 hours before the flight to Iceland verified 2026-07-20 Tick treatment · Required ✓ YesThe veterinary medicinal product(s) used for external parasites must be registered for lice, fleas and ticks. verified 2026-07-15 Tick treatment · Drug accepted Permethrin EXTERNAL PARASITES - VETERINARY MEDICINAL PRODUCTS FOR DOGS Product name lice fleas ticks Active ingredient(s) Advantix Permethrin, imidacloprid verified 2026-07-15 Health certificate validity 5 days All documents must be sent as an attachment via email to petimport@mast.is If the documents are received later than 5 days prior to the scheduled date of arrival, MAST may reject the importation. verified 2026-07-16 Health certificate · Required ✓ YesPlease visit the Iceland Food and Veterinary Authority website for more information about the requirements your pet must meet to travel to Iceland as well as a links to: Detailed instructions Health certificates Import… verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days tering Iceland. Why does my animal have to undergo 2 parasite treatments (21-28 days and 5-10 days) prior to import? No treatment is ever 100% effective after just one applicatio verified 2026-07-16 Health certificate · Government endorsed ✗ NoAt this time USDA endorsement is NOT required for pet dogs or cats to Iceland. verified 2026-07-24 Other vaccinations · Felv ✓ YesThe last vaccination must be carried out at least 14 days before importation. Part 6: Laboratory tests - Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) – blood test. verified 2026-07-20 Other vaccinations · Feline calicivirus ✓ YesVaccination against Date of vaccination (dd/mm/yy) Vaccine name and manufacturer Valid until (dd/mm/yy) 5 b) Feline panleukopenia 5 c) Feline rhinotracheitis 5 d) Calicivirus verified 2026-07-20 Other vaccinations · Feline herpesvirus ✓ YesVaccination against Date of vaccination (dd/mm/yy) Vaccine name and manufacturer Valid until (dd/mm/yy) 5 b) Feline panleukopenia 5 c) Feline rhinotracheitis verified 2026-07-20 Other vaccinations · Feline panleukopenia ✓ YesFeline panleukopenia (5b) The last vaccination prior to importation must be given no less than 14 days before date of importation. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ YesYes, every dog/cat planning to enter Iceland must have a rabies vaccination and a serology titer test at least 30 days after the vaccination. verified 2026-07-16 Rabies vaccination · Booster required ✓ YesWhat is the difference between Category 1 and Category 2 countries (in terms of rabies testing)? Category 1: Rabies free countries - Rabies antibody testing must be performed at least 30 days after a valid rabies… verified 2026-07-16 Rabies vaccination · Waiting period after vaccination 30 days Category 1: Rabies free countries - Rabies antibody testing must be performed at least 30 days after a valid rabies vaccination. verified 2026-07-16 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 12 weeks The cat was at least 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination and any subsequent revaccination was carried out within the period of… verified 2026-07-20 Tapeworm treatment · Vet documented ✓ YesThe treatment must be recorded on Part 7 a) and b) of the Certificate of Health and Origin (C1/C2). verified 2026-07-15 Internal parasite treatment · Required ✓ YesThe veterinary medicinal product(s) used for internal parasites must be registered for roundworm and tapeworm. verified 2026-07-15 Internal parasite treatment · Timing notes First treatment between 21 and 28 days (3-4 weeks) prior to importation; Second treatment between 5 and 10 days prior to importation First treatment between 21 and 28 days (3-4 weeks) prior to importation - Second treatment between 5 and 10 days prior to importation verified 2026-07-15 Internal parasite treatment · Drug accepted must be registered for roundworm and tapeworm The veterinary medicinal product(s) used for internal parasites must be registered for roundworm and tapeworm. verified 2026-07-15
Timing chain
Day -90 microchip implant · Day -30 rabies vaccine deadline · Day -5 health certificate issued · Day 0 arrive at customs
Breed restrictions
Banned breeds: Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Bulldog, Fila Brasileiro, Tosa Inu, Dogo Argentino, Cane Corso, Presa Canario verified 2026-07-20
Restricted breeds: Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Bulldog verified 2026-07-20
Ports of entry
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Iceland requires the signed D2 Certificate of Health and Origin submitted to MAST no later than 5 days before the import date. Book the vet appointment so the signed copy lands inside that 5-day window. Attach the relevant laboratory results with it. Miss the 5-day deadline and the submission is invalid. Track the importation date and count backward from day five.
Iceland bans importation of specific dog types outright: Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Bulldog, Fila Brasileiro, and Tosa Inu. Confirm the breed on the paperwork matches an accepted type before booking. Pregnant and lactating bitches are also refused entry. Verify the dog fits none of these banned categories before spending on permits or flights.
Frequently asked
Does my pet need a microchip for Iceland? Yes. Iceland requires an ISO-standard microchip, and it must be fitted before the rabies vaccination to be valid. How long before travel must the rabies vaccine be given for Iceland? The rabies vaccine must take effect at least 30 days before entry, and can be given from 12 weeks of age. Travelling before that window makes the vaccination invalid at the border. What if my flight is delayed past my health certificate validity? If the certificate window expires before you board, you'll need a re-issue. Build a 1-2 day buffer between the cert date and departure to absorb minor delays. What happens if I forget a document? At the destination airport: at best, an extended inspection while you produce backup; at worst, the pet is held in quarantine or returned to origin at your cost. Bring printed copies.
The Iceland import permit carries a fee of 39633 ISK. Budget that amount separately from vaccination, testing, and quarantine costs. Pay the 39633 ISK permit fee before travel so the application clears in time. Keep the payment receipt with the import documents. Treat this figure as fixed and factor it into the total trip cost from the start.
Look, Iceland is worth every hoop, but the quarantine and that permit fee mean you cannot wing this one. I nearly learned that the expensive way. Do yourself a favor and build a personalized plan that maps your exact dates, your dog, and every deadline in order. Pawgo's plan-builder does the counting so you don't blow the 5-day certificate window. Start the plan first, book the flight second.
Glossary
ISO chip ISO 11784/11785 — the universal microchip standard. FAVN Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralization — a rabies serology test required by rabies-free destinations. Brachycephalic Snub-nosed breeds (French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians, Himalayans) with restricted airline acceptance due to heat-stress risk. AVIH Animal Vehicle In Hold — IATA's term for cargo pet shipment, with fees that vary by carrier and route.
