Taking Your Dog to Morocco
Use this 2026 checklist to prepare your dog’s paperwork, vet visits, and flight plans for Morocco.
Requirements for Bringing Your Dog to Morocco
ISO Microchip
Morocco’s official import model for dogs and cats from the United States requires the animal to be individually identified. Use a 15-digit ISO 11784/11785 microchip so the chip can be read internationally and matched to all vaccination and certificate records.
Implant before rabies vaccination and before the health certificate is issued.Rabies Vaccination
Your dog must be vaccinated against rabies and the vaccination must still be valid on the date of travel. The rabies vaccine should be linked to the dog’s microchip number on the veterinary records and health certificate.
Have the vaccine current before travel; if vaccinating for the first time or after a lapse, allow at least 21-30 days before departure unless your veterinarian confirms the destination certificate requires a different interval.Rabies Titer Test
A rabies antibody titer test is not listed by USDA APHIS on the current Morocco pet travel page for dogs traveling from the United States, and Morocco’s U.S.-specific import certificate published by ONSSA does not indicate a titer requirement for routine pet entry from the U.S.
Not required for routine U.S. pet dog entry based on current APHIS and ONSSA guidance.Health Certificate
Morocco requires the country-specific International Health Certificate for Dogs and Cats. Pages 1-3 must be completed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian after an initial clinical exam, then endorsed by USDA APHIS. After endorsement, the dog must return to the issuing USDA-accredited veterinarian for a second and final clinical inspection documented on the addendum page.
Initial certificate issuance within 5 business days of travel; APHIS endorsement within 3 calendar days of travel; final clinical exam within 24 hours of departure; certificate valid for 3 calendar days after APHIS endorsement when all 4 pages are complete.Import Permit
USDA APHIS does not list a separate import permit requirement for pet dogs entering Morocco from the United States on the current Morocco pet travel page. Travelers should still confirm with ONSSA or their airline if they have a non-routine itinerary, multiple pets, or cargo shipment.
Not generally required for routine pet travel from the U.S. based on current APHIS guidance.Parasite Treatment
USDA APHIS does not list a mandatory parasite treatment for routine pet dog entry to Morocco on the current country page. Your veterinarian may still recommend flea, tick, and internal parasite prevention for travel health.
No official pre-entry timing listed for routine pet entry from the U.S.Quarantine Period
USDA APHIS does not list a routine quarantine requirement for compliant pet dogs entering Morocco from the United States when the dog arrives with the required certificate and valid rabies vaccination.
No routine quarantine listed for compliant pet entry.Banned Breeds
Morocco’s import requirements page reviewed here did not publish a country-level banned-breed list for pet import. However, Royal Air Maroc states that it prohibits transport of certain snub-nosed and restricted breeds, including pit-bull types, pugs, bulldogs, mastiffs, cane corso, Staffordshire bull terriers, and several brachycephalic breeds. Airline restrictions can prevent travel even when country entry rules are met.
Check airline breed restrictions before booking and again before departure.Estimated Costs
| Item | Cost(USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinary exam | $75-150 | Typical private-practice exam range for travel paperwork visit; clinic pricing varies by region and whether multiple visits are needed. |
| Rabies vaccination | $25-50 | Only needed if your dog is not currently vaccinated or the vaccine will not be valid for travel. |
| Rabies titer test | $0 | Not required for routine pet dog entry to Morocco from the United States under current APHIS/ONSSA guidance. |
| USDA health certificate endorsement | $101 | APHIS fee for a pet health certificate with 0 laboratory tests, current as of January 12, 2026. |
| Microchip | $25-70 | If your dog does not already have a compliant microchip; clinic and registration pricing varies. |
| Airline pet fee (Royal Air Maroc example) | $61-125+ | Royal Air Maroc’s tariff lists Morocco at MAD 600 in the baggage tariff table; additional route, cabin, hold, or cargo charges may apply and must be confirmed with the airline before ticketing. |
| Import permit fee | $0 | No separate routine import permit fee identified for pet dogs entering Morocco from the U.S. on the current APHIS Morocco page. |
| Total | $287-496+ |
Returning to the US with Your Dog
Returning from Morocco to the United States is more complicated than entering Morocco because CDC currently lists Morocco, including Western Sahara, as a high-risk country for dog rabies. Your dog must be at least 6 months old, microchipped, and you must submit a CDC Dog Import Form for each dog before arrival. If your dog has been in Morocco during the previous 6 months, additional CDC rules apply depending on whether the dog is U.S.-vaccinated or foreign-vaccinated. Foreign-vaccinated dogs from high-risk countries generally need a valid Certification of Foreign Rabies Vaccination and Microchip form endorsed by an official government veterinarian in the exporting country, and they may also need a reservation at a CDC-registered animal care facility at an approved airport. CDC also notes that rabies serology testing is recommended at least 60 days before travel when required. Always verify the exact return pathway before leaving the U.S., because airline acceptance and airport options can change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Morocco require a rabies titer test for dogs coming from the United States?
For routine pet dogs traveling from the United States, the current USDA APHIS Morocco page and the ONSSA U.S.-specific dog and cat import certificate do not list a rabies titer test requirement.
How soon before my flight should the Morocco health certificate be issued?
Pages 1-3 of the Morocco health certificate must be issued by a USDA-accredited veterinarian within 5 business days of travel, APHIS must endorse it within 3 calendar days of travel, and the final addendum exam must be completed within 24 hours of departure.
Do I need an APHIS Form 7001 for Morocco?
Morocco uses a country-specific International Health Certificate for Dogs and Cats on the USDA APHIS pet travel page rather than a generic APHIS 7001 by itself. Your USDA-accredited veterinarian should use the Morocco-specific certificate.
Is there a quarantine period for dogs entering Morocco?
A routine quarantine period is not listed on the current USDA APHIS Morocco pet travel page for compliant pet dogs arriving from the United States with the required documents.
Does Morocco require an import permit for pet dogs?
A separate import permit is not listed by USDA APHIS for routine pet dog travel from the United States to Morocco. If you are moving permanently, shipping as cargo, or traveling with multiple animals, confirm directly with ONSSA and your airline.
Can my dog fly in the cabin on Royal Air Maroc?
Royal Air Maroc allows pets in the cabin if the pet plus carrier does not exceed 8 kg and the carrier dimensions do not exceed 115 cm total dimensions, but the airline also has breed restrictions and requires advance notice when booking.
Are any dog breeds restricted by the airline?
Yes. Royal Air Maroc lists several prohibited snub-nosed or restricted breeds for transport, including pit-bull types, bulldogs, pugs, mastiffs, cane corso, Staffordshire bull terriers, and other brachycephalic breeds. Check the current airline list before buying tickets.
What do I need to return to the U.S. from Morocco with my dog?
Because Morocco is currently listed by CDC as a high-risk country for dog rabies, you will need a microchip, a CDC Dog Import Form receipt, and possibly additional rabies certification and CDC-registered animal care facility arrangements depending on your dog’s vaccination history and where the dog has been in the last 6 months.