UAE pet topic

Moving Pets Into and Out of the UAE

Current UAE pet relocation guides covering import permits, export certificates, microchips, vaccinations, airline planning and official documents.

Editorial illustration of a dog and cat prepared for relocation to the UAE with travel crates and documents

UAE relocation checklist

Moving with pets

How to Import a Dog or Cat into the UAE: 2026 Checklist

Importing a pet into the UAE involves more than booking a flight. Prepare the current permit, health records, vaccinations, testing and arrival documents.

Verified 29 July 20268 min read

Editorial illustration of an owner preparing a dog and cat for international travel from the UAE

UAE departure checklist

Moving with pets

Exporting a Dog or Cat from the UAE: Current Checklist

Leaving the UAE with a pet takes more than booking a flight. Work backwards from your destination's rules with this practical export checklist.

Verified 29 July 20267 min read

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