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Kuwait

Updated: April 26, 2026 Source: March 31, 2026

Dog & Cat Regulations

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Vaccinations
Description:

Per USDA APHIS guidance for pets traveling from the United States to Kuwait.

  • Rabies vaccination must be administered between 30 days and 1 year before arrival.
  • Rabies vaccination details must be documented on the health certificate.
Certifications
Description:

USDA APHIS indicates a veterinary health certificate is required for entry and must be issued shortly before travel. APHIS endorsement is not required for pet dogs and cats departing the United States to Kuwait.

  • Health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian within 30 days before arrival.
  • Health certificate must accompany the animal during travel.
  • USDA APHIS endorsement is not required for pet dogs and cats departing the U.S.
Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Quarantine/On-arrival

Not specified on accessible official sources. Verify any inspection or quarantine-on-arrival procedures with Kuwait authorities before travel.

Permits

Not specified on accessible official sources. Import permit requirements for pet dogs/cats were not found; confirm with the Public Authority for Agriculture Affairs and Fisheries (PAAF/PAAFR).