Einreise mit Tier: Belgien (2026)

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Belgien requires an ISO microchip, rabies vaccination (with a 21-day waiting period), and a health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. There is no quarantine if all documents are in order. Build my pet’s travel plan →

How Belgien handles your pet

Since 2004, harmonised rules apply within the European Union for travelling with these animals.

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Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the to read the exact wording; the opens the source page.

Cabin policy

Minimum age15 weeksverified 2026-08-26

Hold & cargo policy

Hold: Minimum age15 weeksverified 2026-08-27

Health & documents

Health certificate validity10 daysverified 2026-08-26
Microchip · Required Javerified 2026-08-28
Microchip · StandardISO compliantverified 2026-08-29
Microchip · Tattoo accepted Javerified 2026-08-29
Microchip · Must be done before vaccination Javerified 2026-08-29
Quarantine · Typenone_if_compliantverified 2026-07-31
Quarantine · Required Neinverified 2026-10-01
Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Minimum level iu ml0.5verified 2026-08-29
Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required Javerified 2026-08-28
Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Waiting period after test days90 daysverified 2026-08-28
Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Test must follow vaccination days21 daysverified 2026-08-29
Health certificate · Issuercompetent authorityverified 2026-08-29
Health certificate · Required Javerified 2026-08-28
Health certificate · Validity days10 daysverified 2026-08-28
Health certificate · Original required Javerified 2026-08-15
Health certificate · Government endorsed Javerified 2026-08-28
Rabies vaccination · Required Javerified 2026-09-14
Rabies vaccination · Booster required Javerified 2026-08-29
Rabies vaccination · Booster interval12 monthsverified 2026-08-29
Rabies vaccination · Waiting period after vaccination21 daysverified 2026-08-29
Rabies vaccination · Max vaccine age at travel12 monthsverified 2026-08-29
Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination12 weeksverified 2026-08-29
Internal parasite treatment · Timing notes120 hours before arrivalverified 2026-08-29
Health certificate valid within days · Health certificate valid within days5 daysverified 2026-08-28

Zeitlicher Ablauf

Tag -90 Mikrochip setzen · Tag -21 Frist für die Tollwutimpfung · Tag -10 Gesundheitszeugnis ausgestellt · Tag 0 Ankunft beim Zoll

Bedingte Anforderungen

Diese Regeln gelten nur für einen Teil der Reisenden — je nachdem, woher das Tier abfliegt, wo es gewesen ist oder wer mitreist. Die meisten können sie übergehen; trifft eine aber auf Sie zu, kann sie ändern, was Sie brauchen, oder zur Einreiseverweigerung führen, wenn Sie sie überspringen.

Pet arriving from, or recently in, a third country or territory NOT listed in Annex I or II to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/636 — Wenn Ihr Tier in den letzten 6 Monaten in einem von 154 Ländern mit höherem Risiko war:

  • Tollwut-Titertest (Blutuntersuchung): Rabies antibody titration test >= 0,5 IU/ml, on a sample taken by an authorised veterinarian at least 30 days after the primary vaccination and not less than 90 days before the animal health certificate is issued, performed in a designated laboratory (Del. Reg. (EU) 2026/131; model certificate Annex III to Impl. Reg. (EU) 2026/705, point II.3.1).

Trained service dog — recognized by many EU airlines with proof of training

  • Import permit: Service/assistance dogs recognized under EU Regulation (EC) No 1107/2006 concerning rights of disabled persons in air transport. Proof of training (e.g. IGDF, ADEu, or national accreditation) required. EU Pet Passport and standard rabies vaccination still required.
  • Carrier required: Service/assistance dogs recognized under EU Regulation (EC) No 1107/2006 concerning rights of disabled persons in air transport. Proof of training (e.g. IGDF, ADEu, or national accreditation) required. EU Pet Passport and standard rabies vaccination still required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Belgien require rabies vaccination for dogs?
Yes, Belgien requires a rabies vaccination for imported dogs. There is a 21-day waiting period after vaccination. Exact timing depends on your origin country — compute your timeline at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Is there a quarantine period for pets entering Belgien?
No, Belgien does not require quarantine for imported pets, provided all documentation is in order. Verify your requirements at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does Belgien require a microchip for pets?
Yes, Belgien requires an ISO-compliant microchip. The microchip must typically be implanted before rabies vaccination. Get your full checklist at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
What health certificate does Belgien require for pets?
Belgien requires a veterinary health certificate for imported pets. It must be issued within 10 days of travel. Government endorsement is required. Get exact document requirements at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →