These are the requirements for entering Israel with a cat, based on a departure from Germany/the EU. Requirements can change — always confirm with the relevant authority before you travel.
Import licence required in principle; ≤2 accompanied pets/person exempt (90-day ownership declaration), 3+ need a licence + cargo
ISO microchip (ISO 11784/11785, 134.2 kHz), BEFORE the first rabies vaccination
Yes – at least 30 days and no more than 1 year before arrival; minimum age 4 months
Valid rabies vaccination (pet ~12 weeks).
Yes – rabies antibody titer ≥0.5 IU/ml, blood ≥30 days after vaccination, WOAH lab; lifelong valid if vaccination kept continuous
Government-vet certificate per Israeli model (Annex A) ≤10 days; advance notice ≥2 working days to vs-airport@moag.gov.il
No additional tests required
Not required in the IVSAH information sheet — verify locally
No quarantine if the animal is healthy and documents complete
Applies to dogs; if resident verify locally
These apply on the ground in the destination country — to everyone, not as an entry condition — and depend on the breed and situation (e.g. public transport, listed breeds).
No breed restrictions for cats
Applies to dogs
Microchip MUST precede vaccination; serology ≥30 days after vaccination; advance notice ≥2 working days or no release; rabies vaccination 30 days–1 year old
Ports of entry incl. Ben Gurion (TLV); advance notice ≥2 working days (Annex B + certificate copy); release only after authorisation; ≤2 pets/person accompanied
Authority: IVSAH (Israeli Veterinary Services and Animal Health, Landwirtschaftsministerium)
🗓️ Read at the responsible authority on 20/07/2026.
Check your specific route & airlines →For informational purposes only. Regulations change frequently — verify with the relevant authorities before travel.