Bringing a dog or cat to Syria in 2026 falls into the strict category for international pet travel. Syria is in Middle East. Pets entering Syria 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.
Beyond rabies, Syria requires or recommends these vaccinations:
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
Pet travel to Syria is extremely challenging due to ongoing conflict and limited infrastructure. Very few commercial flights serve the country. Quarantine may be imposed at the discretion of authorities. Import permit required from the Ministry of Agriculture. Rabies vaccination required 30 days to 12 months before entry. Pet travel is strongly discouraged due to security risks.
Use the ClearToFly Trip Planner to build a personalized checklist with exact deadlines for your route into Syria. Compare carriers that fly your route on the airline pet policy directory, or get expert eyes on your paperwork with a Route Review.
Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the Syria 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: SY.