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Pet Visa to Thailand

Information about Pet Visa to Thailand. How to apply, requirements, and application process.

Traveling with pets in Thailand requires careful planning, especially when entering or exiting the country. Pets are classified as "restricted goods" and must follow specific rules and regulations enforced by the Department of Livestock Development and Thai Customs. Here's everything you need to know.

To bring your pets into Thailand, follow these steps:

Required Documents:

  1. Pet Passport
  2. Pet Health Certificate

Procedure:

  1. After landing at Suvarnabhumi International Airport or other international airports, retrieve your pets and proceed through immigration.
  2. Take your pet and documents to the Suvarnabhumi Airport Animal Quarantine Station (AQS) for an import permit.
  3. With the import permit in hand, present it at the Customs “Goods to Declare” channel to pay any applicable duties and taxes.

Taking Pets Out of Thailand

When leaving Thailand with pets, different procedures apply.

Required Documents:

  1. Pet Passport
  2. Certificate of Rabies Vaccination

Procedure:

  1. Apply for an export permit at the AQS no more than 3 days before departure.
  2. Undergo a pet health check. The AQS will then issue an export permit and health certificate, which is required by your destination country.
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Importing Pets via Suvarnabhumi Airport Cargo Clearance

For pets arriving as cargo, additional steps are involved.

Procedure:

  1. Apply for an import permit from the relevant quarantine station before the pet’s arrival.
  2. Register at the Customs office and submit required documents like the air waybill and import permit.
  3. Customs officers will assess duties and taxes before releasing your pet.

Temporary Importation: If importing pets temporarily, ensure they are exported within six months.

Exporting Pets via Suvarnabhumi Cargo

When exporting pets as cargo, these steps are necessary:

  1. Obtain an export permit and health certificate.
  2. Reserve air freight and submit export declaration data via the e-Customs system.
  3. Present necessary documents like Cargo Permit, export permit, and health certificates to Customs for inspection and final approval.

Additional Resources

For further details on permits and procedures, visit the Department of Livestock Development or contact Suvarnabhumi Airport Passenger Control Customs Office at +66 02-134-0400.

Traveling with pets in Thailand can be seamless if all regulations are followed. Be sure to prepare well in advance to ensure a smooth experience.

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