Pet entry requirements: Cat → Israel
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.
🔴 Required
Import permit Required
Import licence required in principle; ≤2 accompanied pets/person exempt (90-day ownership declaration), 3+ need a licence + cargo
Microchip Required
ISO microchip (ISO 11784/11785, 134.2 kHz), BEFORE the first rabies vaccination
Rabies vaccination Required
Yes – at least 30 days and no more than 1 year before arrival; minimum age 4 months
Minimum age / young animals Required
Valid rabies vaccination (pet ~12 weeks).
Rabies titer test Required
Yes – rabies antibody titer ≥0.5 IU/ml, blood ≥30 days after vaccination, WOAH lab; lifelong valid if vaccination kept continuous
Health certificate Required
Government-vet certificate per Israeli model (Annex A) ≤10 days; advance notice ≥2 working days to vs-airport@moag.gov.il
🟡 Recommended
Other tests Not required
No additional tests required
Parasite treatment Not required
Not required in the IVSAH information sheet — verify locally
Quarantine Not required
No quarantine if the animal is healthy and documents complete
Registration Not required
Applies to dogs; if resident verify locally
🐾 Local rules (in-country)
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).
Breed restrictions On site
No breed restrictions for cats
Muzzle / leash On site
Applies to dogs
⚠️ Notes & grey zone
Grey zone
Microchip MUST precede vaccination; serology ≥30 days after vaccination; advance notice ≥2 working days or no release; rabies vaccination 30 days–1 year old
Notes
Ports of entry incl. Ben Gurion (TLV); advance notice ≥2 working days (Annex B + certificate copy); release only after authorisation; ≤2 pets/person accompanied
Related destinations in Asia & the Middle East
China · Hong Kong · India · Japan · United Arab Emirates
Airlines flying this route
From data on flown routes — not a pet-policy guarantee. Check the airline's own pet policy before booking.
El Al Israel Airlines · Lufthansa
Check this route & airlines in detail →Authority: IVSAH (Israeli Veterinary Services and Animal Health, Landwirtschaftsministerium)
Read at the responsible authority on 18/09/2026. 📄 Official source ↗
Check your specific route & airlines →For informational purposes only. Regulations change frequently — verify with the relevant authorities before travel.