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emailExport Pet Dogs, Cats and Ferrets to Hungary
Note 1:
Sections I, II, III, and IV must be filled in the EC Veterinary Certificate for Domestic Dogs, Cats and Ferrets available in PDF format only.
Note 2:
Every attempt has been made to ensure that the information contained on this site is up-to-date, however, countries can change their import requirements without notifying us. It is strongly recommended that you contact the Embassy or official veterinary authorities in the country of destination to confirm that there are no changes to or additional requirements, or any prohibitions related to certain breeds of dogs or cats.
1. Have your pet microchipped or tattoo
Your pet must be identified with a microchip or a clearly readable tattoo. If the microchip does not meet ISO 11784 or 11785 standards, the individual who is responsible for the pet will need to provide the microchip reader upon arrival.
Any microchip company can be used as long as the chip required by the importing country is met. It is up to the owner/veterinarian to ensure that the chip being used will conform.
For easy reference we have listed microchip companies that offer this service. You may choose a different provider so long as the above is met.
2. Have your pet vaccinated against rabies
The animal must have been vaccinated against rabies with an inactivated vaccine of at least one antigenic unit per dose (WHO standard). The rabies vaccination and revaccination, if necessary, must been carried out in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturing laboratory.
As EC requires a valid rabies vaccination at the moment of entry of pet animals, this means a 21 days period should occur between a primary vaccination and the presentation of this animal at an EC border point; this period does not apply when pet animals are appropriately re-vaccinated (booster).
3. Certification
A veterinarian authorised by the competent authority (licensed veterinarian) must provide all the pertinent information concerning identification and vaccination by completing the Veterinary Certificate.
Once all the steps above have been successfully completed, contact your local Canadian Food Inspection Agency Office to obtain an official endorsement by an official veterinarian (competent authority - CFIA veterinarian). The export certificate is available in PDF format only.
4. Fees for endorsement is $20.00
5. Puppies, kittens and young ferrets
No exemptions exist for puppies, kittens, and young ferrets; they have to be vaccinated as outlined above.
For further information or clarification on these procedures, please contact the relevant CFIA Office in the province in which you reside.
