The Thai DLD departure sequence and the destination-authority claims on this route were checked on 23 August 2026. Export rules, issued permits and transport acceptance can change. Confirm the animal, species, purpose, mode, dates and ports with the responsible DLD AQS, destination authority and operating carrier before booking.
The timeline — Thailand to the Philippines
| When | Step | Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Before SPSIC application | Record an ISO-compatible microchip, or arrange the importer’s compatible scanner; complete initial rabies and required core vaccines at least 14 days before applying | Thai vet |
| 7–91 days before SPSIC application | Complete and record the required internal/external parasite treatment | Thai vet |
| Before departure | Apply online for BAI SPSIC (valid 60 days; max 3 pets per application) | BAI online portal |
| As the responsible AQS directs | File Thai DLD form R1/1 with the destination requirements as the responsible AQS directs; the reviewed procedure gives no universal 15-day deadline | DLD AQS |
| Within 10 calendar days before export | Obtain the export permit / IVHC from the exporting competent authority; details must match the SPSIC | DLD / exporting competent authority |
| No more than 2–3 days before travel | Attend the separate mandatory DLD examination; obtain R9 and the health certificate if compliant | DLD AQS |
| Before payment | Obtain written animal acceptance from every operating carrier and confirm handling at the chosen international port | Operating carrier + BAI |
| Arrival in the Philippines | Present SPSIC, IVHC, vaccination and identity records to BAI at the international port of entry | BAI |
Thai-side export documents
| Thai-side document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Export application (form R1/1) | Ask the responsible departure-port AQS how and when to file. The reviewed current procedure establishes no universal email channel or 15-day deadline. |
| Destination import rules | Attach the destination authority’s import requirements (NOC, import licence, SPSIC, etc.) so the Thai health certificate matches. |
| Identification, vaccinations and tests | Carry the records required by the destination and the responsible AQS. |
| Mandatory health examination | DLD requires examination no more than 2–3 days before travel. If compliant, the station issues R9 and the health certificate. DLD source. |
All of this sits on top of the Thai export process — the DLD health certificate and export permit — which your pet must clear on the way out. The two sets of paperwork have to agree.
What BAI requires on the SPSIC application
BAI publishes the current checklist at bai.gov.ph. The checked public checklist calls for:
- Proof of an ISO-compatible microchip, or the importer’s compatible scanner.
- Vaccination and antiparasitic records using the application-date windows above.
- Dogs: rabies and the BAI-listed core vaccines.
- Cats: rabies, panleukopenia, rhinotracheitis and calicivirus.
- Photograph of the pet.
- Pet passport if available; the checked public checklist describes it as optional.
- Pet at least 4 months (120 days) old.
The approved SPSIC must exist before the pet leaves Thailand. An SPSIC issued after departure is invalid. The IVHC must be issued within 10 calendar days before export and match the SPSIC details exactly. Upload only the additional declarations or affidavits the live portal requests for the actual applicant type; the checked public checklist did not establish a universal Affidavit of Undertaking requirement.
Checked BAI fees: SPSIC PHP 100, lodgement PHP 55, and inspection PHP 250 per head for the first two animals and PHP 300 per head thereafter. Verify the live charges at payment.
Common mistakes
- Starting with Thailand only — destination import permits and tests are usually the long pole.
- Expired vaccinations — a lapsed rabies shot can void import clearance.
- Microchip mismatch across Thai export papers and destination import forms.
- Missing the final DLD examination — it must occur no more than 2–3 days before travel.
- SPSIC applied after departure date — automatic invalidation.
- IVHC outside the 10-day window or details not matching the SPSIC.
- Using the travel date for vaccine timing — the checked 14-day clock runs before SPSIC application.
- Promising same-day release — BAI says a complete case can be released the same day, but inspection still controls.
If you came the other way, see our guide to From the Philippines (import).
Departing from Pattaya — confirm the port and DLD sequence
Ask the AQS responsible for the departure port how and when to file R1/1. The reviewed DLD procedure does not establish a universal email intake, 15-day deadline or separate three-day flight-confirmation rule. It requires the animal’s health examination no more than 2–3 days before travel; if compliant, the station issues R9 and the health certificate. DLD procedure. The reviewed DLD map does not list a U-Tapao/Rayong airport AQS, so obtain written DLD confirmation before routing there. DLD AQS map.
Using an agent is optional
An agent cannot change government or airline rules. If you request assistance, obtain an itemised scope and verify each regulated requirement directly with the authority. PattayaPets has not independently measured agents’ prices, error rates or outcomes.
Official sources
Philippines sources: BAI — pet import procedures; SPSIC application via the BAI online portal (see BAI site for current link). Import mirror: bringing a pet from the Philippines.
Official sources to verify against: DLD Region 9 export procedure; UK pet travel; CDC animal import (USA); EU pet movement; Japan MAFF Animal Quarantine; Singapore AVS; UAE MOCCAE pet import; Australia DAFF; New Zealand MPI; India AQCS; Philippines BAI; China GACC pet entry; South Africa DALRRD import; Canada CFIA; Switzerland FSVO.
Frequently asked
Does the Philippines require a rabies titer test from Thailand?
The checked BAI standard personal dog/cat checklist does not state a rabies-antibody titer requirement. Do not extend that answer beyond this scope; confirm the live SPSIC case and upload the required vaccination record.
Who issues the Philippine import permit?
The Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) via the online SPSIC system. Apply before the pet leaves Thailand — validity is 60 days.
How old must my pet be to enter the Philippines?
At least 4 months (120 days) at the time of SPSIC application, per BAI guidance.
How should I verify transport to the Philippines?
This evidence does not establish a current operating service or cabin, checked-baggage or cargo acceptance. Obtain written confirmation from every operating carrier for the exact itinerary before payment.
When should I apply for the Thai DLD export permit?
Ask the responsible AQS when to file R1/1 after the SPSIC and IVHC calendar are aligned. The reviewed DLD procedure has no universal 15-day deadline.
Can I fly my pet out of U-Tapao?
The reviewed DLD map does not list a U-Tapao/Rayong airport AQS. That is a verification gap, not proof that no later service exists; obtain written DLD confirmation before booking.
How should I plan the transfer to the departure airport?
Use a vehicle that accepts the animal and crate, confirm the airline’s check-in cut-off and leave route-specific contingency time.
Should I stay near the departure airport?
Decide from the confirmed examination appointment, airline check-in time and road conditions. This guide has no evidence for a universal recommendation.