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United Arab Emirates

Dog Regulations

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Vaccinations
Description:

Rabies vaccine (at least 21 days must elapse from vaccination before travel; the dog must be at least 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination)

Certifications
Description:

International Health Certificate (356.46 KB)

Microchip

Cats and dogs must be identified with a microchip.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

Before traveling with your pet, you must obtain an import permit from the UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. This import permit is valid for 30 days. Your pet will not be allowed to enter the UAE with an expired import permit.

Import-Specific Links
International Health Certificate
Official Source(s)
USDA-Accredited Veterinarians: Certifying Pets for International Travel UAE Office Pet Import Site