🐈 Taking a Cat to Turkey

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Here's exactly what you need to bring a cat into Turkey 🇹🇷. The rules below are specific to cats; for the full country overview see the country hub.

Verified entry requirements (2026)

1. ISO microchip (before the vaccination).
2. Rabies vaccination — inactivated/recombinant only (live not accepted), pet >3 months.
3. Titer (FAVN) required from ALL countries: blood ≥30 days after vaccination, ≥0.5 IU/ml, entry ≥90 days after the draw.
4. Certificate EK-2 endorsed by the authority + passport; a Turkish exit certificate ~48 h.
5. Limit: 2 pets per passenger.
6. Breed ban: American Pitbull Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Japanese Tosa, American Staffordshire Terrier, American Bully and crosses.
7. Quarantine — none if requirements are met.

Flying

Small cats can fly in the cabin (airline weight limit applies); larger ones go in cargo.

FAQ

Can my cat fly in the cabin to Turkey?

Small cats can fly in the cabin (airline weight limit applies); larger ones go in cargo.

Does my cat need a titer test?

No, a titer test is not required for Turkey.

How many pets can I bring?

Usually up to 2 per traveler.

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