The UAE is a popular pet relocation destination for American expats, particularly to Dubai and Abu Dhabi. An import permit must be obtained from the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment before travel. Pets arriving from the US are not subject to quarantine provided all documentation and vaccinations are current.
US → AE
Pet Relocation from US to UAE
Transit Time
1-3 days (flight + customs clearance)
Quarantine
Not Required
Estimated Cost
$3,500 – $8,000
Shippers
94 companies
Import Requirements for United Arab Emirates
- ISO-compliant microchip (15-digit)
- Rabies vaccination (at least 30 days and no more than 12 months before travel)
- Import permit from UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment
- USDA-endorsed health certificate (within 10 days of travel)
- Blood titer test for rabies antibodies
- Certain breeds restricted in some emirates (check local regulations)
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A1 Tails A Wagon, LLC
East Moriches, NY, United States
Dogs & Cats
IPATA Certified
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AARK Air International, Inc.
Earlville, IL, United States
Birds · Dogs & Cats · Exotic Pets
BOAS Certified
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Across The Pond Pet Transit LLC
Olympia, WA, United States
Birds · Dogs & Cats · Exotic Pets
IPATA CertifiedBOAS Certified
4.9(50)
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AE Pets International
Brooklyn, NY, United States
Dogs & Cats
IPATA Member
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AE Pets International - Houston
Houston, TX, United States
Dogs & Cats
IPATA CertifiedBOAS Certified
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AE Pets International Chicago
Chicago, IL, United States
Dogs & Cats · Birds · Exotic Pets
IPATA Member
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Air Animal, Inc. - Pet Moving Services
Tampa, FL, United States
Birds · Dogs & Cats · Exotic Pets
IPATA CertifiedBOAS Certified
4.5(344)
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Airpets International
Hurst, TX, United States
Birds · Dogs & Cats · Exotic Pets
IPATA CertifiedBOAS Certified
4.8(373)
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AirVets Pet Relocation
Dallas, TX, United States
Dogs & Cats
BOAS Certified
4.5(90)
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