Pet Export from the UAE to the UK – Requirements & Regulations

General Requirements for Cats and Dogs

Microchip

All pets must be microchipped before travel. The microchip must comply with ISO 11784/11785 standards and be implanted before rabies vaccination.

Rabies Vaccination

• Mandatory for all pets traveling to the UK.
• The vaccination must be administered at least 21 days before entry.
• If this is the first rabies vaccination, it must be administered after microchipping.
• The vaccination must be valid at the time of entry.

Rabies Antibody Titer Test (Blood Test)

• Mandatory for pets traveling from the UAE to the UK.
• The blood sample must be taken at least 30 days after rabies vaccination.
• The antibody level must be ≥ 0.5 IU/ml.
• The test must be conducted in an EU-approved laboratory.
• After the test, a mandatory 3-month waiting period applies before entering the UK.

Parasite Treatment (Deworming)

• Mandatory for dogs entering the UK.
• Treatment against Echinococcus multilocularis must be administered 24–120 hours (1–5 days) before entry.
• The treatment must be recorded in the veterinary passport or certificate, with date, time, drug name, and veterinarian’s details.
• Not required for cats, but recommended for general health.

Required Veterinary Documents for Entry into the United Kingdom

When traveling from the UAE to the UK via the EU, you must obtain two official certificates in advance:

• 📄 EU Animal Health Certificate
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  Used for entry and transit through EU countries. Includes microchip data, rabies vaccination, and a declaration of compliance with EU requirements.

• 📄 UK Pet Health Certificate
  ⬇ Download UK Certificate

  Confirms compliance with UK import requirements. Issued together with the EU certificate before travel and presented at UK border control.

Veterinary Certificate Requirements

• Issued by an authorized veterinarian in the UAE.
• Approved by UAE veterinary authorities before departure.
• Must include:
  • Microchip number and implantation date.
  • Rabies vaccination date, validity, and batch number.
  • Rabies antibody titer test results (date, level, certified lab).

Entry via the EU

It is recommended to enter the UK via a European Union country, such as France. The most reliable route is through Paris, with continued travel by ground transport to the UK.

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