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Pet Export from the UAE to Serbia – Requirements & Regulations

Pet Export from the UAE to Serbia
– Requirements & Regulations

General Requirements for Cats and Dogs

Microchip

All pets must be microchipped before travel. The microchip must meet ISO 11784/11785 standards and be implanted prior to rabies vaccination.


Rabies Vaccination

  • Mandatory for all cats and dogs traveling to Serbia.
  • The vaccination must be administered at least 21 days before entry and must be valid at the time of travel.
  • If this is the pet’s first rabies vaccination (primary vaccination), it must be administered after the microchip is implanted.

Rabies Antibody Titer Test

  • Mandatory for all pets traveling from the UAE to Serbia.
  • The blood sample must be taken at least 30 days after rabies vaccination.
  • The antibody level must be at least 0.5 IU/ml.
  • The test must be performed at an EU-approved laboratory.
  • Following the test, there is a mandatory 3-month waiting period before entry into Serbia.

Veterinary Certificate (Model Certificate for Serbia📄 (PDF)

  • Issued by an authorized veterinarian in the UAE.
  • Must include the following details:
    • Microchip information (number and implantation date).
    • Rabies vaccination details (date, batch number, validity).
    • Rabies antibody titer test results (test date, antibody level, laboratory).
    • Confirmation that the pet is clinically healthy.
  • The certificate must be validated by the UAE’s competent veterinary authorities.

Parasite Treatment (Deworming)

  • Mandatory for all pets (both cats and dogs).
  • Treatment for both internal and external parasites must be administered 1–5 days before entry.
  • The veterinarian must document the treatment details in the veterinary certificate.

Additional Requirements

Number of Pets

For non-commercial purposes, the number of pets allowed per owner is limited to five.

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Important Notes

  • Ensure all required documents are completed correctly to prevent delays at the border.
  • The rabies antibody titer test is a strict requirement, so plan the vaccination and testing schedule accordingly.
  • Parasite treatment is mandatory for all pets, regardless of species.