{"id":6256,"date":"2026-06-03T21:59:53","date_gmt":"2026-06-03T19:59:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/"},"modified":"2026-06-03T22:27:45","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T20:27:45","slug":"traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/","title":{"rendered":"Traveling to Cyprus with a dog: two entry regimes and the Green Line"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cyprus is unusual when traveling with a dog: one island, two different practical entry regimes. If you\u2019re traveling with a dog, don\u2019t treat Cyprus as a single, simple destination.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article we distinguish between the southern part of the island under the Republic of Cyprus and the northern part administered by northern Cypriot authorities and effectively tied to Turkey. From a dog\u2011travel perspective, these are different points of entry, different authorities, and a different way of verifying compliance. This also directly affects trip logistics \u2014 for example, available flights via Turkey, arrivals into Ercan, or ferries from Turkey.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article covers standard, non\u2011commercial travel with a dog accompanying its owner or an authorized person. If a dog travels as cargo, for sale, with a change of ownership, or in larger numbers, other rules may apply.<\/p>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Why_Cyprus_is_different\" >Why Cyprus is different<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Quick_overview_what_your_dog_needs_to_travel_to_Cyprus\" >Quick overview: what your dog needs to travel to Cyprus<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#If_youre_traveling_to_the_southern_part_of_the_island\" >If you\u2019re traveling to the southern part of the island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#If_youre_traveling_to_the_northern_part_of_the_island\" >If you\u2019re traveling to the northern part of the island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#If_you_want_to_cross_between_south_and_north_with_a_dog\" >If you want to cross between south and north with a dog<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Traveling_with_a_dog_to_the_southern_part_of_Cyprus\" >Traveling with a dog to the southern part of Cyprus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Traveling_with_a_dog_to_the_northern_part_of_the_island\" >Traveling with a dog to the northern part of the island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Crossing_between_the_south_and_the_north_with_a_dog\" >Crossing between the south and the north with a dog<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Returning_home_from_Cyprus\" >Returning home from Cyprus<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Return_from_the_southern_part_of_the_island\" >Return from the southern part of the island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Return_from_the_northern_part_of_the_island\" >Return from the northern part of the island<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Practical_rules_for_staying_in_Cyprus_with_a_dog\" >Practical rules for staying in Cyprus with a dog<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#When_to_start_preparing\" >When to start preparing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Frequently_asked_questions_about_traveling_to_Cyprus_with_a_dog\" >Frequently asked questions about traveling to Cyprus with a dog<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Is_there_a_single_universal_regime_for_Cyprus\" >Is there a single, universal regime for Cyprus?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Can_you_cross_with_a_dog_between_the_south_and_the_north_via_the_Green_Line\" >Can you cross with a dog between the south and the north via the Green Line?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Does_a_dog_need_a_microchip_and_a_rabies_vaccination_to_travel_to_the_south\" >Does a dog need a microchip and a rabies vaccination to travel to the south?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Does_a_dog_need_an_import_permit_to_travel_to_the_north\" >Does a dog need an import permit to travel to the north?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-cyprus-with-a-dog-two-entry-regimes-and-the-green-line\/#Is_a_titer_test_mandatory_for_entry_to_the_north\" >Is a titer test mandatory for entry to the north?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Cyprus_is_different\"><\/span>Why Cyprus is different<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cyprus is a divided island, and that has practical consequences for dog travel. The southern part under the Republic of Cyprus follows EU member\u2011state rules. The northern part is administered by northern Cypriot authorities, is effectively linked to Turkey, and has its own veterinary administration, forms, and import processes.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Between the two parts lies the Green Line \u2014 a UN\u2011administered buffer zone that has divided the island since 1974. People can cross at designated checkpoints, but the movement of live animals across the Green Line is not permitted.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s why, for Cyprus, it makes sense to think in terms of two separate entry regimes.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_overview_what_your_dog_needs_to_travel_to_Cyprus\"><\/span>Quick overview: what your dog needs to travel to Cyprus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_youre_traveling_to_the_southern_part_of_the_island\"><\/span>If you\u2019re traveling to the southern part of the island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For entry into the south, prepare:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a microchip,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a valid rabies vaccination,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>an EU Pet Passport or a veterinary health certificate depending on the country of departure,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>on certain routes, a rabies antibody titer test,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>entry via an approved point of entry,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>for travel from a non\u2011EU country, advance notification of arrival to the competent veterinary authority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_youre_traveling_to_the_northern_part_of_the_island\"><\/span>If you\u2019re traveling to the northern part of the island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For entry into the north, prepare:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>an import permit from the KKTC Veterinary Department (apply at least 1 month in advance),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a valid rabies vaccination (min. 30 days, max. 12 months before entry),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a rabies antibody titer test,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a veterinary health certificate endorsed by the authority of the country of departure,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>additional vaccinations (Parvo, Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospira),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a route compliant with the north\u2019s regime \u2014 entry only via an airport or seaport, not via the Green Line.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_you_want_to_cross_between_south_and_north_with_a_dog\"><\/span>If you want to cross between south and north with a dog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The movement of live animals across the Green Line is not permitted. If you\u2019re traveling with a dog, plan to stay primarily on one side of the island.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Traveling_with_a_dog_to_the_southern_part_of_Cyprus\"><\/span>Traveling with a dog to the southern part of Cyprus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The southern part of the island under the Republic of Cyprus is an EU member and, for dogs, cats and ferrets, follows the rules for the non\u2011commercial movement of pet animals.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If entering from an EU country, the basics are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a microchip,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a valid rabies vaccination,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>an EU Pet Passport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If entering from a non\u2011EU country, the focus is mainly on:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a microchip,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a valid rabies vaccination,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a veterinary health certificate,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>depending on the dog\u2019s origin, a rabies antibody titer test,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>entry via an approved point of entry,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>notification of arrival at least 48 hours in advance to the competent veterinary authority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the south it\u2019s important that the dog enters via approved points of entry. In practice, by air this usually means arriving in Larnaca or Paphos.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entry of certain dog breeds and their crossbreeds is prohibited in Cyprus. The ban applies to both parts of the island. Prohibited breeds are: Pit Bull Terrier (American Pit Bull), Japanese Tosa (Tosa Inu), Dogo Argentino (Argentine Mastiff), and Fila Brasileiro (Brazilian Mastiff).<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is also a minimum age for entry into the south \u2014 a dog must be at least 105 days old.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the dog doesn\u2019t meet the conditions, the veterinary authority may order quarantine, send the animal back, or impose other measures. It\u2019s worth having your documents in perfect order.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Traveling_with_a_dog_to_the_northern_part_of_the_island\"><\/span>Traveling with a dog to the northern part of the island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The north operates as a separate regime for dog travel, with its own veterinary authority and its own forms. Transport is mostly tied to Turkey \u2014 by air via Turkish airports or by ferry from Turkey.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Green Line between the north and the south does not allow the movement of live animals. A dog therefore cannot cross from one part of the island to the other via a land checkpoint.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entry conditions are based on the official KKTC Veterinary Department form (form PIB.01) and on DEFRA guidance for UK certificate 4891EHC:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>an import permit issued by the KKTC Veterinary Department in Nicosia \u2014 apply at least 1 month before planned entry; the permit is valid for 30 days,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the PIB.01 application form is sent by fax or email to the KKTC Veterinary Department,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>rabies vaccination: at least 30 days and at most 12 months before entry,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>additional vaccinations for dogs: Parvo, Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospira,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a rabies antibody titer test,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a veterinary health certificate endorsed by the competent authority of the country of departure,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dog\u2019s age: at least 3 months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">KKTC has agreements on health certificates with Turkey and the United Kingdom. For travelers from the United Kingdom, certificate 4891EHC endorsed by an Official Veterinarian (DEFRA) applies. For trips from other countries we recommend checking the exact procedure directly with the KKTC Veterinary Department before you travel.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the dog does not meet the entry conditions \u2014 for example if the rabies vaccination was given less than 30 days before entry \u2014 the dog may be placed in quarantine. The owner bears the cost.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crossing_between_the_south_and_the_north_with_a_dog\"><\/span>Crossing between the south and the north with a dog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The movement of live animals across the Green Line is prohibited in both directions \u2014 neither from south to north nor from north to south. This follows directly from the EU Green Line Regulation and from KKTC Veterinary Department guidance. The ban applies without exception to all pet animals, including dogs with a valid passport and complete documentation.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re planning a trip with a dog to Cyprus, decide in advance which part of the island you want to visit, and adapt your route and point of entry accordingly.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Returning_home_from_Cyprus\"><\/span>Returning home from Cyprus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When returning a dog from Cyprus, what matters is not only which side of the island you were on, but also which country the dog is returning to.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Return_from_the_southern_part_of_the_island\"><\/span>Return from the southern part of the island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a dog returns from the south to another EU country, it\u2019s considered movement within the EU and is usually simpler administratively, provided the rabies vaccination remains valid and the dog travels with proper documentation.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a dog returns from the south to a non\u2011EU country, follow that destination country\u2019s rules.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Return_from_the_northern_part_of_the_island\"><\/span>Return from the northern part of the island<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When returning from the north, be more cautious. For the next destination country, not only the dog\u2019s documents may matter, but also which regime and point of entry the return will use.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re traveling from the north back to another country, we recommend confirming before departure which exit and entry documents will be required and whether any further veterinary action or endorsement will be needed.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_rules_for_staying_in_Cyprus_with_a_dog\"><\/span>Practical rules for staying in Cyprus with a dog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Cyprus, it\u2019s worth thinking not only about entry rules but also about the practicalities of your stay.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always confirm accommodation directly. The \u201cpet\u2011friendly\u201d filter in a booking system isn\u2019t enough. Check size limits, any fees, rules for shared areas, and whether you can leave the dog alone in the room.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the warmer months, think about heat, water, shade and hot surfaces. On the island, timing your day can matter more for getting around with a dog than in cooler destinations.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cyprus is among the endemic areas for leishmaniasis \u2014 the disease transmitted by sand flies is present on both sides of the island. Consult your vet about suitable prevention before you go.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can move freely with your dog within the part of the island you entered. Crossing between the south and the north with a dog is not possible \u2014 the Green Line is closed to animals in both directions.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_start_preparing\"><\/span>When to start preparing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re traveling to the south from the EU and your dog already has a microchip, a valid rabies vaccination and an EU Pet Passport, preparation is usually simpler. Still, check in advance whether your route requires any extra step.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re traveling from a non\u2011EU country or heading to the north, start earlier. For the north, allow at least a month for the import permit and time for the titer test as well.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span>Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cyprus is distinctive for dog travel: one island, two practical entry regimes.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the southern part it\u2019s the Republic of Cyprus and EU member\u2011state rules. For the northern part, expect a separate veterinary administration, an import permit, a titer test and additional vaccinations.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The movement of live animals across the Green Line is not permitted. The most practical approach is to plan to stay primarily on one side of the island.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_about_traveling_to_Cyprus_with_a_dog\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions about traveling to Cyprus with a dog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_a_single_universal_regime_for_Cyprus\"><\/span>Is there a single, universal regime for Cyprus?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. For Cyprus you need to distinguish the southern part under the Republic of Cyprus and the northern part with its own veterinary administration.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_cross_with_a_dog_between_the_south_and_the_north_via_the_Green_Line\"><\/span>Can you cross with a dog between the south and the north via the Green Line?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. The movement of live animals across the Green Line is not permitted.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_dog_need_a_microchip_and_a_rabies_vaccination_to_travel_to_the_south\"><\/span>Does a dog need a microchip and a rabies vaccination to travel to the south?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. For the south these are basic entry requirements under the non\u2011commercial movement of pet animals.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_dog_need_an_import_permit_to_travel_to_the_north\"><\/span>Does a dog need an import permit to travel to the north?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. The import permit is issued by the KKTC Veterinary Department in Nicosia. Apply at least 1 month before your planned entry.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_titer_test_mandatory_for_entry_to_the_north\"><\/span>Is a titer test mandatory for entry to the north?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. A rabies antibody titer test is required for entry to the northern part of the island.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cyprus is unusual when traveling with a dog: one island, two different practical entry regimes. If you\u2019re traveling with a dog, don\u2019t treat Cyprus as a single, simple destination. In this article we distinguish between the southern part of the &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6257,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_titles_title":"Traveling to Cyprus with a dog: south and north, two entry regimes \u2022 IBO GUIDE","_seopress_titles_desc":"Heading to Cyprus with a dog? 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