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Can I extend my dog’s import certificate for a long-term stay in Thailand?

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Apr 8, 2025

5 days ago

Aimée ******

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Hello everyone - maybe a bit of a weird one 🐶 

But, I am hoping of making a long term move to Thailand going down the DTV route but initially coming in as a tourist. I’ve been preparing my dog for a move (she came with me from Mexico > Europe) but just noticed that the import certificate is only valid for 60 days. 

Does anyone know if these dog import certificates can be extended or have experience with owning a “foreign” dog in Thailand for a period longer than 60 days? Or can dogs do “visa runs” too, seems unlikely as paperwork is so difficult to import/export in the first place.

Any advice super appreciated! Already reached out to Relo4Pets just waiting for them to get back to me and was curious to see if anyone else has been through this 🐶✨

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The post discusses the challenges of bringing a pet dog to Thailand, particularly regarding the 60-day validity of the import certificate. The author seeks advice on whether the import certificate can be extended and if dogs can partake in 'visa runs.' Community responses clarify that the import certificate is valid for entry into Thailand for 60 days, and dogs do not require 'visa runs' as paperwork for import/export is strict. It's advisable to consult with an agent or experts in pet relocation for the process.

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Ibrahim ******

Brought my dog from Spain had to get a certificate of export from a vet and complete the Thai import forms. Was fairly straightforward, and no need for your dog to do visa runs, but you can always take the out with you, but I think you need to have some kind of certificate with proof of vaccinations

5 days ago

Ben **********

Post in Bangkok pet lovers group. Ask for an agent to assist with the import, I just moved 7 of my pets here permanently from Australia

5 days ago

Lee ***********

Go to Vietnam with the dog, they will love a bit of Mexican salsa 😉

5 days ago

Dave *****

Curious also. Once in country, how will they know if the dog didn’t just run away?

5 days ago

Calvin ******

Oh, this made me laugh a little bit. Visa run for dogs 😭😂😂😂😂😂😂

5 days ago

Tod *********

You are more than a bit confused

Just like I said when I declined your post on another group;

The import certificate is VALID for 60 days after it's issued <- what that means is you have that time to ENTER thailand with the pet.

There is no time a pet can stay once they enter Thailand,

5 days ago

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Tod *********

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