International Pet Transport To the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
At Jetpets, we provide exceptional door-to-door international pet transport throughout Australia and all around the world. We uphold the highest standards of care for pets and prioritise pet welfare in line with industry leading standards. We are proud to be the only CEIV Accredited Pet Transport company who can provide award winning door-to-door service to the UAE covering popular destinations including Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah.
Transporting pets from Australia to the United Arab Emirates requires meticulous planning and adherence to specific country regulations. It is crucial to allow ample time for completing all necessary pet travel documentation and vaccinations to ensure your pet’s entry into the UAE.
Our Jetpets team will assist you preparing for your pet travel to the UAE and work with our overseas partners to also ensure you receive the very best care for your pets for their entire journey to the United Arab Emirates.
How Our International Pet Transport Services Work
What to expect when your Pet Travels to the UAE
Our highly qualified team of animal loving experts work together to ensure your pet’s comfort, safety and welfare is paramount. Working in collaboration, our teams work with you to get your pet ready for their travel journey and on their flight who include:
Pet Travel Consultants just like a travel agent, will organise your flights to UAE in line with your travel arrangements as best as possible and include a special pet delivery service to your new home. Our team will require all the important details of your pet including health conditions, microchip details, vaccination history and information to ensure your pet will be comfortable on their overseas adventure.
Pet Handlers can collect your pet from your residence, transport them into our transit lounge for a stretch, toilet stop and a drink of water. Once your pet has been cleared for flying, they will be safely transported to the airport and checked in for their flight UAE bound. Depending on your itinerary, our Pet Handlers will provide a pet travel update prior to your pet being checked in on the aircraft when travelling through one of our Transit Lounges.
In-House Vets are available to provide the export veterinary work and quarantine requirements for entering the United Arab Emirates and ensure your pet is in the ideal condition before they embark on their flight ahead.
Connecting Flights & The Luxury of a Comfort Stop for Your Pet
Depending on your flight carrier and itinerary, your pet may require connecting flights and/or a comfort stop. Comfort stops are designed to give your pet a short break whilst they are in transit on route to their final destination. At Jetpets, we have dedicated and trusted partners around the world that cater for your pets comfort stop on our behalf. All of our overseas partners are equipped with boarding/accommodation facilities to house your pet on their short or long term comfort stop depending on your final destination. For more information please chat with our Jetpets Pet Travel Consultant.
Trusted By The International Industry’s Best
Jetpets Melbourne has become the first pet transport company in the Asia Pacific Region to be awarded The Centre of Excellence for Live Animals Logistics (CEIV) Certification. “Jetpets customers can be confident that their precious animals are traveling in safe and healthy conditions” – Glyn Hughes, IATA Global Head of Cargo
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Speak to one of our pet travel consultants to find out more information on this product to give you the ultimate piece of mind for your pets’ travel into the United Arab Emirates.
What Happens at the Airport?
- The captain of the aircraft is aware that your loved one is on board their flight
- The captain will set the temperature to approx. 18 degrees Celsius so that the animals are comfortable
- The cabin is dimly lit so that your loved one can see what is going on around them
- What we feel and hear in the cabin of the plane is the same as what animals experience (except in a travel crate they have much more legroom than us!).
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Frequently Asked Questions About International Pet Transport to the UAE
Q: How long does it take to prepare my pet for travel into the United Arab Emirates?
As the UAE has strict guidelines and protocols for entry we recommend that you allow 8 weeks planning for your pet’s travel.
Q: Does my Pet have to have a Rabies Vaccination?
Yes. This is part of the requirements for gaining an entry permit for your pet when moving to the United Arab Emirates. Rabies vaccinations should be administered at least 21 days prior to your move.
Q: What vaccinations may be required for my pets travelling to the UAE?
To be eligible for your import permit all Dogs must have a valid C3 vaccine. Cats must have a valid F3 vaccine. These vaccinations should be completed 14 days prior to departure.
Q: Does my pet have to be microchipped for entry into the UAE?
Yes. Your pet must have an ISO-compliant microchip and it must be implanted before the rabies vaccination.
Q: What are some of the treatments my pets require to be eligible for entry into the UAE?
Dogs and cats also need internal parasite treatment (deworming) and external parasite treatment (ticks and fleas such as frontline spot on or similar) within 14 days of travel.
- Dogs only – A Leptospirosis Blood Test is required to be completed within 30 days of travel. This is required to apply for the import permit.
- A rabies vaccination must be completed at least 21 days to 1 year prior to export. Original certificates must travel with the pets and these must include the stickers on the certificate to meet requirements.
- An annual vaccination must be completed at least 21 days to 1 year prior to export (minimum C3 for dogs and F3 for cats). Original certificates must travel with the pets and these must include the stickers on the certificate to meet requirements.
- Parasite treatment within 14 days of travel
Q: Do I need a Health Certificate for entry into the UAE for my Pet?
An approved veterinarian must issue a health certificate within 7 days of travel. This certificate should confirm that your pet is free from contagious diseases and fit for travel.
Q: How many Pets may I relocate to the UAE?
The maximum number of pets per person allowed to be imported into UAE is two (2).
Q: Are there any banned breeds of pets in the UAE?
There are a number of breeds that are banned, including:
- All kinds of Pitbull
- Japanese Tosa
- Dogo Argentino
- Argentinian Mastiff
- Fila Brasileiro
- Brazilian Mastiff
- Wolf Dog hybrid
- American Staffordshire Terrier.
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