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End-To-End Pet EXPORTS

International Pet Export Permit in the Dubai, UAE

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If you are leaving the UAE with your pet, you must complete the required export formalities before travelling. This includes obtaining the relevant veterinary health certificate from the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and meeting the entry requirements of your destination country.


It is recommended that you start this process well in advance, as the requirements of your destination country may include vaccinations, blood tests, import permits or other documents that can take time to arrange. Depending on your destination and travel date, starting the preparation three to six months in advance can help avoid last-minute delays.

Registration requirements

  • Pets being exported must be microchipped.

  • Pets must be up to date with the required vaccinations.

  • Pets must be registered with the Emirate’s municipality.

The pet export permit UAE process involves obtaining a MOCCAE Veterinary Health Certificate for Exporting or Re-exporting Live Animals, commonly called a MOCCAE pet export permit. It is valid for 30 days, while the MOCCAE pet export permit requirements may vary by destination and can include additional tests, certificates or an import permit.

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Modes of Travel

SPANNING THE COUNTRY VIA AIR

For pet export from Dubai, as long as the flight is less than 17 hours long and the applicable conditions are met, Emirates allows eligible cats, dogs, birds and falcons to travel in the aircraft hold as checked baggage on qualifying routes. If the journey does not meet the airline's conditions, the pet may need to travel as cargo.
Passengers can travel with their pet in two ways:

  • As Checked-In Luggage
  • As Manifest Cargo

If you are travelling with your pet as checked-in luggage, you will need to complete the airline's requirements and carry the following necessary travel documents:​

  • Your passport.

  • Your pet’s passport/vaccination record.

  • The required veterinary health certificate/export documentation.

  • A payment receipt or proof of the applicable export service, where required.

  • Any import permit or additional documents required by your destination country.

Airline requirements can vary by route and destination, so it is important to confirm the latest requirements with your airline before travelling.

If you wish to ship your pet as manifest cargo, you will need to follow the airline's cargo procedures and documentation requirements. If your pet is travelling as cargo, it must travel in an IATA approved fibre pet crate.

If you require additional health certification, such as a destination-specific health certificate, it must be completed and authenticated by the relevant authorities where required. The exact requirements depend on the country your pet is travelling to.

If you require additional health certification, such as a destination-specific health certificate, it must be completed and authenticated by the relevant authorities where required. The exact requirements depend on the country your pet is travelling to.

DOCUMENTS FOR PET EXPORT

Essentials for International Pet Export from UAE

  • vaccination
    record

    An updated vaccination record is an important requirement for international pet travel.

  • pet
    CRATE

    An IATA-Accredited Pet Crate is necessary for a safe journey.

  • pet Export
    permit

    A MOCCAE pet export permit is required for taking a pet out of the UAE.


  • health
    Certificate

    A veterinary health certificate may be required for international pet travel.

  • pet import
    permit

    This is issued by the relevant authority in the destination country and is separate from the UAE's export documentation.

  • microchip
    your pet

    A standard, non-encrypted, 15-digit pet microchip is necessary to leave the UAE.

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FAQs

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS & QUERIES

Explore queries and frequent doubts about pet travel.

How do I get a MOCCAE pet export permit?

For pet exports, the current MOCCAE service is listed as a Veterinary Health Certificate for Exporting or Re-exporting Live Animals. The application is completed through MOCCAE's digital services, followed by the required payment and veterinary examination.

How long is the MOCCAE export certificate valid?

The veterinary health certificate for exporting or re-exporting live animals is currently valid for 30 days from the date of issue. However, your destination country may require the certificate to be issued within a shorter period before travel.

How much does it cost to export a pet from the UAE?

The cost of exporting a pet from the UAE varies by destination, airline and the documents or tests required. The current MOCCAE fee for a veterinary health certificate for up to two pets travelling for personal purposes is AED 100, but the total cost can be much higher after adding vaccinations, tests, import permits, travel crates, airline charges and relocation services.

How long does the pet export process take in Dubai?

The timeline depends on your destination country's requirements and how quickly you complete the necessary documents, vaccinations and tests. The MOCCAE veterinary health certificate itself currently has a processing time of one working day.

What documents do you need to provide when exporting a pet from Dubai?

For a pet export from Dubai, you generally need your pet's microchip and vaccination records, relevant municipality registration, and the required MOCCAE pet export permit or veterinary health certificate. Additional documents may be required by your destination country.

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