Official Import Rules
Bangladesh requires an ISO microchip, current rabies vaccination (at least 30 days old), a government-endorsed veterinary health certificate, and an import permit from the Department of Livestock Services (DLS). Health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel.
Arrival through Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) Dhaka. DLS inspection on arrival.
Medical Roadmap
Microchip (ISO 11784/11785)
Rabies vaccination (at least 30 days before travel)
Apply for import permit from Dept. of Livestock Services
Health certificate within 10 days of travel
Government endorsement
Arrive at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) Dhaka
Preparation Checklist
2 months before
1 month before
10 days before
Travel day
Cost Breakdown
Quarantine Information
None if documentation complete
City & Housing Tips
Dhaka (Gulshan, Banani, Baridhara) is the main destination with the diplomatic zone offering the best infrastructure. Bangladesh has a growing pet culture in urban areas, particularly among the upper-middle class and expat community.
Vets & Common Parasites
Limited vet care. Dhaka has a few adequate clinics in the Gulshan/Banani area. Quality varies widely. Rabies is endemic — vaccination critical. Outside Dhaka, vet care for cats is virtually nonexistent. Bring essential medications.
Find Vets in BangladeshExit Rules — Leaving Bangladesh
Exit requires a health certificate from a DLS-approved vet and an export permit. Processing takes 3–5 working days.
Frequently Asked Questions
The diplomatic zones (Gulshan, Baridhara) are the safest areas with the best infrastructure. Keep cats indoors. Traffic, noise, and stray animal populations make outdoor access risky.
Yes, rabies is a major concern in Bangladesh. Keep vaccinations strictly current and prevent all contact with stray animals.
Small but growing, mainly among expats and upper-middle class Bangladeshis in Dhaka. A few Facebook groups connect pet owners for advice and resources.
Community Tips
Start the paperwork at least 4–6 months before your travel date. Airline pet policies change frequently — always confirm directly with your carrier close to departure.
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Researched by cat lovers with real international relocation experience. Checked against official government sources and updated regularly. Found an error? Let us know.