Bringing a dog or cat to Afghanistan in 2026 falls into the strict category for international pet travel. Afghanistan is in Asia. Pets entering Afghanistan face quarantine on arrival (typically 30 days).
Reviewed by Clifford Wilson, Founder of ClearToFly.pet. Compiled from official government and airline documentation. Last reviewed 2026-06-08.
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
Afghanistan has limited veterinary infrastructure. Import permit required from the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock. Rabies vaccination required 30 days to 12 months before entry. Quarantine of up to 30 days may be enforced at the port of entry. Very limited veterinary services available in-country. Pets should be fully vaccinated before travel.
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Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the Afghanistan veterinary authority. We also recommend cross-referencing the USDA APHIS Pet Travel database for U.S.-origin pets.
Data last verified 2026-06-08 from National Authority. Country code: AF.