Pet Transportation Rules: how it works in Vietnam — first-hand
Short answer
To relocate a pet to Vietnam, you must have an international microchip and up-to-date vaccinations, with an A5 form from local authorities exchanged for an F1 certificate at the airport. For domestic travel within Vietnam, you must obtain a separate certificate from a local state veterinary clinic, as international documents are not sufficient for transit.
From real experience
Relocating a pet to Vietnam (e.g., small dog): 1. International microchip is required.
2. Up-to-date complex vaccinations are mandatory (if primary vaccination, a 21-day quarantine period applies). 3. 3-5 days before departure, visit the local veterinary authority (SBBZH) to obtain an 'A5' form. 4. Exchange the A5 for an 'F1' veterinary certificate at the airport. 5. Airlines like Aeroflot allow pets under 8kg in the cabin; bookings should be made via the airline's call center or website.
✓ 1 report from chats
For travel to Vietnam, consider services that assist with visa applications (e.g., 90-day e-visas), flight bookings, hotel reservations, and securing a departure ticket from Vietnam, which may be required for immigration checks.
Specialized services can also help with pet relocation, including document preparation, vaccination advice, flight bookings, and veterinary control procedures.
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Expert assistance is available for the legal import and export of pets to and from Vietnam.
Services include document collection, vaccination advice, flight booking, and guidance on country-specific regulations and veterinary control. Online support is provided throughout the relocation process, with options for full-service pet transport, including arrangements for carriers and luggage.
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To travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang with a small dog, Russian pet documents are not sufficient.
A certificate from a Vietnamese state veterinary clinic is required. This is essential for booking flights and ensuring smooth transit. Consider alternative transport like car or train, or inquire about local transfer services.