Maldives Pet Import Requirements 2026: Dogs & Cats

Maldives pet entry requirements at a glance
Entry requirement summaryRestricted — Entry is allowed but restricted — 1 banned breed.
Required documentationImport permit from Ministry of Fisheries, Marine Resources and Agriculture, International health certificate (within 10 days), Rabies vaccination certificate, Rabies titer test results, Proof of microchip
Quarantine requirementYes — approximately 30 days
Last verifiedAug 24, 2026

Bringing a dog or cat to Maldives in 2026 falls into the strict category for international pet travel. Maldives is in Asia. Pets entering Maldives face quarantine on arrival (typically 30 days). A rabies titer (FAVN/RNATT) test is mandatory, with a 90-day waiting period between the blood draw and arrival.

Reviewed by Clifford Wilson, Founder of ClearToFly.pet. Compiled from official government and airline documentation. Last reviewed 2026-08-24.

Core pet import requirements for Maldives

Additional vaccinations required for Maldives

Beyond rabies, Maldives requires or recommends these vaccinations:

Required documents for Maldives

Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:

Breeds banned from entry to Maldives

The following dog breeds are prohibited from entering Maldives. Crossbreeds and look-alikes may also be denied entry:

Important notes on Maldives pet import

The Maldives has extremely strict pet import rules. Dogs are generally NOT permitted to be imported into the Maldives due to Islamic cultural norms. Cats may be imported with proper documentation but the process is complex. Import permit required from the Ministry of Fisheries, Marine Resources and Agriculture. All pets are subject to quarantine. Contact the Maldivian authorities well in advance as requirements may change.

Plan your pet's trip to Maldives

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Always verify Maldives pet import rules with the official source

Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the Maldives veterinary authority. We also recommend cross-referencing the USDA APHIS Pet Travel database for U.S.-origin pets.

Data last verified 2026-08-24 from National Authority. Country code: MV.