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Pet Relocation to 🇦🇺 Australia

Australia enforces some of the world's strictest pet import biosecurity laws through the Department of Agriculture. Only cats and dogs from approved countries may enter. All animals require an import permit via BICON, mandatory quarantine at the Mickleham facility, rabies titer testing, and extensive veterinary preparation costing AUD $1,000-$3,000.

Companies Listed

14

Quarantine

Yes (10 days)

Common Pets

dogs, cats

Requirements

8 documented

Key Import Requirements

  • Import permit required via BICON (AUD $480-$1,200)
  • ISO 11784/11785 microchip must be implanted before rabies vaccination
  • Rabies neutralising antibody titre test (RNATT) required (0.5 IU/mL minimum)
  • Minimum 10-day quarantine at Mickleham government facility (up to 30 days)
  • Only cats and dogs permitted from approved Group 2 and Group 3 countries
  • Must arrive via approved airports (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane)
  • Bengal cats banned from import effective March 2025
  • Apply for import permit at least 20-40 business days in advance