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Island requires an ISO microchip, rabies vaccination (with a 120-day waiting period), a rabies titer test with a 90-day waiting period, a health certificate issued within 5 days of travel, and an import permit. Quarantine is required for 14 days. Breed restrictions apply.
Build my pet’s travel plan → How Island 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.
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In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedApproved 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… verified 2026-08-28 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 2026-08-28 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 Health & documents Microchip · Required ✓ JaThe veterinarian must verify the microchip number of the dog and register the date of implantation or reading. verified 2026-08-31 Microchip · Standard ISO compliant The microchip must be ISO compliant. verified 2026-08-13 Quarantine · Type quarantine station The importer must make reservations in advance at a quarantine station. verified 2026-08-28 Quarantine · Required ✓ JaQuarantine 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 verified 2026-08-13 Quarantine · Reducible ✓ Jaapply 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 month verified 2026-08-28 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 verified 2026-08-28 Quarantine · Pre-approval required ✓ JaAn application for home quarantine for assistance dogs must be received by the Food Administration at least one month before import. verified 2026-08-04 Quarantine · Reduced 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 completion and submission verified 2026-08-28 Quarantine · Approved facility required ✓ Jamust be taken into account when determining the import date. There are two approved quarantine stations for dogs and cats in Iceland: - The quarantine station in Reykjanesbær (Hafnir verified 2026-08-28 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Required ✓ JaRabies antibody test (5a) | Blood test at the earliest 30 days after | Result must be ≥ 0,5 ae/ml Laboratory must be approved by the EU. the date of the current valid vaccination. verified 2026-08-13 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Minimum level iu ml 0.5 Rabies antibody titre should measure at least 0,5 IU/ml. 3/6 The dog may be imported to Iceland when at least 90 days (3 months) have passed after the date of the blood sampling for an antibody test with a satisfactory… verified 2026-08-04 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ Jaserology test. Can I use any other lab in my country? No. The rabies serology test must be performed in an EU approved laboratory . If your exporting country does not appear on the list, the sample must be sent verified 2026-08-28 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Waiting period after test days 90 days measure at least 0,5 IU/ml. 3/6 The dog may be imported to Iceland when at least 90 days (3 months) have passed after the date of the blood sampling for an antibody test with a satisfactory… verified 2026-08-28 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Test must follow vaccination days 30 days Blood samples for antibody testing shall be taken at the earliest 30 days after vaccination. The day of the vaccination is regarded as day 0 (zero). verified 2026-08-28 Import permit · Cost 39633 ISK The permit fee is ISK 39.633 verified 2026-10-02 Import permit · Required ✓ JaImporters 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 2026-08-13 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 2026-08-15 Import permit · Issuing authority Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority (MAST) The importer must have obtained an import permit issued by the Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority (MAST) before the dog is imported. verified 2026-08-27 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 ✓ Jaapproved antiparasitic medicinal product (spot-on) containing imidacloprid and moxidectin e.g.: Advocate® or Advantage Multi®. Part 8 a): First treatment against internal and external parasites: 21-28 days prior to… verified 2026-08-28 Tick treatment · Required ✓ JaThe veterinary medicinal product(s) used for external parasites must be registered for lice, fleas and ticks. verified 2026-07-15 Health certificate · Required ✓ Ja. gypseum, T. mentagrophytes, T. verrucosum ) and canine transmissible venereal tumors (CTVT by thorough examinations of external genitals) PART 9 HEALTH EXAMINATION BETWEEN 10 AND 5 DAYS PRIOR TO IMPORTATION THIS… verified 2026-08-13 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 ✓ JaOriginal Certificate of Health and Origin (D1). verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Government endorsed ✗ NeinAt this time USDA endorsement is NOT required for pet dogs or cats to Iceland. verified 2026-08-13 Other vaccinations · Distemper ✓ JaCanine distemper (5c) | importation must be given no less than Inf. canine hepatitis (5d) | 14 days before date of importation. verified 2026-08-13 Other vaccinations · Adenovirus ✓ JaVaccination 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 ✓ JaThe 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 2026-08-13 Other vaccinations · Leptospirosis ✓ JaLeptospirosis (5b) | The last vaccination prior to importation must be given no less than 14 days before date of importation. | The last vaccination prior verified 2026-08-28 Other vaccinations · Parainfluenza ✓ JaThe 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 2026-08-04 Other vaccinations · Canine influenza ✓ JaDogs 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 2026-08-04 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ JaThe dog must have a valid rabies vaccination, i.e. have received the appropriate basic immunization and it must have been maintained according to the instructions from the manufacturer. verified 2026-08-14 Rabies vaccination · Booster required ✓ JaWhat 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 120 days Rabies vaccination (5a) Vaccination at least 120 days prior to importation. The vaccination must be valid. verified 2026-08-28 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 12 weeks …booster vaccine within a set timeframe. 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 within verified 2026-08-28 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 2026-08-13 Tapeworm treatment · Required ✓ JaAfoxolaner Simparica trio Moxidectin, Pyrantel Embonate, Sarolaner Stronghold Selamectin Caniverm Fenbendazole, Pyrantel embonate, Praziquantel Treatment for Angiostrongylus vasorum – part 7 b) • If the… verified 2026-08-28 Internal parasite treatment · Required ✓ JaThe 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 Other rules Dangerous breeds banned ✗ JaThe 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 ✗ JaThe 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 ✗ NeinNon-permitted importation Importation of the following is not permitted: Pregnant and lactating bitches. Animals that have been injured or undergone major surgery just prior to importation and require special… verified 2026-08-14 Assistance animals accepted ✓ Ja: 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 2026-08-28 Service & assistance animals Recognized ✓ JaApplication for a transit permit in Keflavik Airport with a service dog Travelling pets (non-service animals) No permits are required for transiting animals. verified 2026-08-14 Cabin allowed ✓ JaException: Approved Service Dogs Certified service dogs (e.g. guide dogs for the visually impaired) may be allowed to travel in the aircraft cabin, with prior approval from the Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority. verified 2026-08-14 Esa recognized ✓ Ja: 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 2026-08-28 Forms required ✓ JaSERVICE 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 2026-08-28 Advance notice hours 120 hours 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 2026-08-14 Quarantine exemption ✓ JaOnly 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 ✓ JaDifferent conditions apply for eligible assistance dogs. verified 2026-07-16 Documentation required ✓ Jaof 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 2026-08-28 In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedApproved Transport Methods Cats and dogs may be transported to Iceland: Accompanied in cabin (if approved by the airline). verified 2026-08-14 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 2026-08-28 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAccompanied as checked baggage (in the aircraft's hold) As air cargo (via a freight service) Transport cage must fulfill requirements thereof and all necessary documents must accompany the pet. verified 2026-08-19 Health & documents Microchip · Required ✓ JaThe veterinarian must verify the microchip number of the cat and register the date of implantation or reading. verified 2026-08-31 Microchip · Standard ISO compliant The microchip must be ISO compliant. verified 2026-08-31 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 ✓ JaImported cats are required to stay in quarantine for a minimum of 14 days. verified 2026-08-31 Quarantine · Duration 14 days Imported cats are required to stay in quarantine for a minimum of 14 days. verified 2026-08-31 Quarantine · Pre-approval required ✓ JaImporters 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 ✓ JaAll 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 ✓ JaYes, 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 ✓ JaThe rabies serology test must be performed in an EU approved laboratory verified 2026-08-01 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 Blood samples for antibody testing shall be taken at the earliest 30 days after vaccination. verified 2026-08-31 Import permit · Cost 39633 ISK The permit fee is ISK 39.633 verified 2026-10-02 Import permit · Required ✓ JaImporters 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 2026-08-13 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 2026-08-09 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) before the cat is imported. verified 2026-08-31 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 ✓ JaYour 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 ✓ JaThe veterinary medicinal product(s) used for external parasites must be registered for lice, fleas and ticks. verified 2026-07-15 Health certificate · Required ✓ JaDeadlines for the completion and submission of the Certificate of Health and Origin (C1) must be taken into account when determining the import date. verified 2026-08-31 Health certificate · Government endorsed ✗ NeinAt this time USDA endorsement is NOT required for pet dogs or cats to Iceland. verified 2026-08-09 Other vaccinations · Felv ✓ JaThe last vaccination must be carried out at least 14 days before importation. Part 6: Laboratory tests - Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) – blood test. verified 2026-08-04 Other vaccinations · Feline calicivirus ✓ JaVaccination 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 ✓ JaVaccination 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 ✓ JaFeline panleukopenia (5b) The last vaccination prior to importation must be given no less than 14 days before date of importation. verified 2026-08-04 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ JaYes, 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 ✓ JaWhat 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 60 days …reference) Timeframe in relation to importation Comments Rabies vaccination (5a) Vaccination at least 45-60 days prior to importation. verified 2026-08-15 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 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 within the perio d of validity of the preceding vaccination. verified 2026-08-13 Tapeworm treatment · Drug praziquantel INTERNAL PARASITES - VETERINARY MEDICINAL PRODUCTS FOR CATS Product name roundworms tapeworms Active ingredient(s) Broadline ® Eprinomectin, fipronil, (S)-methoprene, praziquantel verified 2026-08-07 Tapeworm treatment · Vet documented ✓ JaThe 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 ✓ JaThe 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
Zeitlicher Ablauf
Tag -90 Mikrochip setzen · Tag -120 Frist für die Tollwutimpfung · Tag -5 Gesundheitszeugnis ausgestellt · Tag 0 Ankunft beim Zoll
Rassebeschränkungen
Verbotene Rassen: Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Bulldog, Fila Brasileiro, Tosa Inu, Dogo Argentino, Cane Corso, Presa Canario, Boerboel geprüft 2026-08-27
Rassen mit Auflagen: Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Bulldog geprüft 2026-07-20
Einreiseorte
geprüft 2026-08-28
Frequently Asked Questions Does Island require rabies vaccination for dogs?
Yes, Island requires a rabies vaccination for imported dogs. There is a 120-day waiting period after vaccination. Exact timing depends on your origin country — compute your timeline at
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Build my pet's travel plan → Is there a quarantine period for pets entering Island?
Yes, Island requires quarantine for imported pets. The quarantine period is 14 days. Exemptions may apply based on your origin country. Check your specific case at
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What health certificate does Island require for pets?
Does Island require a rabies titer test?
Do I need a pet import permit for Island?
Does Island have breed restrictions for pets?
Yes, Island has breed-specific restrictions. Restricted breeds include: Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Bulldog, Fila Brasileiro. Check if your breed is affected at
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