Bringing a dog or cat to Chad in 2026 falls into the strict category for international pet travel. Chad is in Africa. Pets entering Chad 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, Chad requires or recommends these vaccinations:
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
Import permit required from the Ministry of Livestock. Quarantine may be imposed at the discretion of veterinary authorities at port of entry. Rabies vaccination required 30 days to 12 months before entry. Limited veterinary services available. Health certificate must be endorsed by government veterinary authority of the origin country.
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Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the Chad 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: TD.