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Malaysia requires an ISO microchip, rabies vaccination (with a 30-day waiting period), a health certificate issued within 7 days of travel, and an import permit. Quarantine is required for 7 days. Breed restrictions apply. Build my pet’s travel plan →
How Malaysia handles your pet
Key points
Pets travel to Malaysia as cargo, not with you in the cabin
DVS: "Haiwan peliharaan hanya boleh diimport sebagai kargo pengiriman dan hendaklah diisytiharkan kepada Pegawai Kuarantin Haiwan di tempat pendaratan untuk pelepasan masuk." (pets may only be imported as freight cargo and must be declared to the Animal Quarantine Officer at the place of landing)
Minimum age: "Ensure the age of your pet is above 3 months old." Quarantine can run longer than the 7-day minimum: "However, where deemed necessary the quarantine period can be extended up to six (6) months based on risk assessment on a case to case basis." Quarantine space must be booked ahead — MAQIS: "Tempahan ruang kuarantin hendaklah dibuat 14 hari sebelum tarikh pengimportan haiwan kesayangan." (book 14 days before the import date) — and the import permit is only issued once that space is confirmed
Paperwork language: "Semua dokumen hendaklah dalam Bahasa Malaysia atau Bahasa Inggeris." (all documents must be in Malay or English)
Restricted breeds are not simply banned: importing one needs written approval from the MAQIS Director General before the permit application, and the conditions include a pedigree certificate, an inspection of the premises where the dog will live, and a written undertaking that the dog is a personal pet, kept secured, and leashed and muzzled in public
Tag -90 Mikrochip setzen · Tag -30 Frist für die Tollwutimpfung · Tag -7 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 a DVS 'scheduled' (quarantine-exempt) country
Quarantäne: Malaysia's Department of Veterinary Services lists the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Sweden, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Brunei and Singapore as origins whose dogs and cats are not subject to quarantine, provided the animal is healthy and all documents are complete. Pets from all other countries are quarantined for at least 7 days on arrival.
Rassebeschränkungen
Verbotene Rassen: Akita, American Bulldog, Dogo Argentino, Fila Braziliero, Japanese Tosa, Neapolitan Mastiff, Pit Bull Terrier / Pit Bull (also known as American Pit Bull, American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier) geprüft 2026-09-09
Rassen mit Auflagen: Bull Mastiff, Bull Terrier, Doberman, German Shepherd/Alsatian including Belgian Shepherd and East European Shepherd, Perro de Presa Canario (also known as Canary Dog), Rottweiler geprüft 2026-09-09
Einreiseorte (3)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), Sepang
Penang International Airport
Padang Besar (Perlis-Thailand border)
geprüft 2026-09-09
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Malaysia require rabies vaccination for dogs?
Yes, Malaysia requires a rabies vaccination for imported dogs. There is a 30-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 Malaysia?
Yes, Malaysia requires quarantine for imported pets. The quarantine period is 7 days. Exemptions may apply based on your origin country. Check your specific case at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does Malaysia require a microchip for pets?
Yes, Malaysia 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 Malaysia require for pets?
Malaysia requires a veterinary health certificate for imported pets. It must be issued within 7 days of travel. Government endorsement is required. Get exact document requirements at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does Malaysia require a rabies titer test?
No, Malaysia does not require a rabies titer test. Your transit countries may still require one. Check all requirements at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Do I need a pet import permit for Malaysia?
Yes, Malaysia requires an import permit for pets. Lead time varies — apply well in advance. Get your full preparation timeline at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does Malaysia have breed restrictions for pets?
Yes, Malaysia has breed-specific restrictions. Restricted breeds include: Akita, American Bulldog, Dogo Argentino, Fila Braziliero, Japanese Tosa. Check if your breed is affected at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
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