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Vaccinations
Rabies vaccination and a rabies neutralising antibody titre (RNAT/RNATT) test are required for import to Australia from most countries. The RNATT result must meet the minimum titre specified by the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) and remain valid through export. Export cannot occur until a required waiting period has elapsed after the laboratory receives the blood sample; confirm exact timing in your permit conditions and the relevant step-by-step guide.
- Pet must be microchipped before rabies vaccination and any blood sampling
- Maintain a valid rabies vaccination before the RNATT blood draw and through export
- RNATT performed by an approved laboratory with a titre that meets DAFF’s minimum threshold
- Observe the required post-sample waiting period before export, as specified in your import conditions
Certifications
An Australian import permit is required for most cats and dogs. Apply via DAFF and ensure the permit is valid at the time of arrival. Follow the relevant DAFF step-by-step guide for your exporting country category.
- Apply well in advance via DAFF
- Permit must be valid on arrival
- Submit supporting documents as specified by DAFF (e.g., RNATT evidence)
Microchip
A readable ISO-compliant microchip must be implanted before rabies vaccination and any blood sampling. The microchip number must be recorded on all veterinary certificates and laboratory reports.
Origin Requirements
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Approved country groups
Pets must be prepared in, and exported directly from, a DAFF-approved country (Group 1/2/3) and follow the applicable DAFF step-by-step guide.
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RNATT waiting period
Export cannot occur until the required period after the laboratory receives the RNATT sample; confirm exact timing in your permit conditions and DAFF guidance.
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Post-entry quarantine (PEQ)
Cats and dogs are subject to post-entry quarantine at the Australian Government’s Mickleham Post Entry Quarantine (PEQ) facility in Melbourne. Booking, fees, and length of stay are managed by DAFF; review current guidance and your permit conditions.
- Arrival must align with PEQ intake and booking instructions provided by DAFF
Country eligibility
Pets must be prepared in, and exported directly from, a DAFF-approved country category (Group 1/2/3) and follow the applicable DAFF step-by-step guide.
Parasite treatments and other conditions
Internal and external parasite treatments and other health measures are required as specified in your permit conditions and the country-specific step-by-step guide. Follow the exact schedules and product requirements specified by DAFF.
