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 2026-06-08.
Beyond rabies, Maldives requires or recommends these vaccinations:
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
The following dog breeds are prohibited from entering Maldives. Crossbreeds and look-alikes may also be denied entry:
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.
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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 2026-06-08 from National Authority. Country code: MV.