Pet Export From the UAE
International travel with our pets is now increasingly easier with reduction or
complete abolition of quarantine provided certain formalities are fulfilled, making
it more humane for both our pets and ourselves.
Fit
To Travel?
Bear in mind the suitability of travelling for
your pet. Certain breeds of dogs and cats are banned from travelling during the
hot summer months, ie. Flat nosed breeds - the airline carrier should be consulted
on their specific rules. This is in the interest of the animal's welfare as flat
nosed breeds are at higher risk of heat stress.
Internationally animals
must be a minimum age of 4 months prior to export (this may be more depending
on the country of import).
Certain breeds of dog are banned in many
countries, e.g.Pit Bull Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Japanese Toza, Fila Braziliensa
and all of their crosses
Elderly animals with heart /lung/joint disease
and very young animals should especially be considered and thorough examination
of all age groups by a competent veterinarian should be carried out before travel.
This examination should involve blood and urine testing for older animals as many
early stage diseases can only be identified by these means.
Each country
will have its own protocol. These may change without notification so it is always
best to check with the relevant embassy on the latest requirements. Countries
that are rabies free have more involved requirements to prevent introduction of
this terrible disease.
Listed below are the basics to ensure your pet
reaches its destination without any problems.
Returning
to the U.A.E.
Please note that if you intend to return
to the U.A.E. with your pet you must obtain a re-entry card from the ministry
official veterinarian prior to export. This will allow re-entry without the need
for an import permit.
Please
click on the links below to find out your region's protocol :-
Mainland
Europe
Australia
& NewZealand
Asia
USA
& Canada
United
Kingdom
