PET RELOCATION
PET RELOCATION
Wherever you’re going, they’re coming with you, fully prepared
Wherever you’re going, they’re coming with you, fully prepared
Wherever you’re going, they’re coming with you, fully prepared
Moving a pet across borders is mostly paperwork, timing, and logistics. We handle all of it under one roof, from vaccinations and permits through to the crate and the flight, so nothing gets missed and nothing gets outsourced.
The two journeys
The two journeys
Requirements differ depending on which way you're travelling. Here's what each involves.
Requirements differ depending on which way you're travelling. Here's what each involves.
Leaving Dubai
Leaving Dubai
Export · UAE to overseas
Export · UAE to overseas
ISO-standard microchip, implanted before the rabies vaccination
ISO-standard microchip, implanted before the rabies vaccination
Rabies vaccination, valid and correctly dated for your destination
Rabies vaccination, valid and correctly dated for your destination
Rabies antibody titer test, required for the UK, EU, Australia, and other countries
Rabies antibody titer test, required for the UK, EU, Australia, and other countries
Export health certificate issued by our vets
Export health certificate issued by our vets
MOCCAE export permit
MOCCAE export permit
Destination import permit, where required
Destination import permit, where required
IATA-compliant travel crate, correctly sized
IATA-compliant travel crate, correctly sized
Airline cargo booking and airport handling
Airline cargo booking and airport handling
Receiving agent at your destination
Receiving agent at your destination
Moving to Dubai
Moving to Dubai
Import · Overseas to UAE
Import · Overseas to UAE
ISO-standard microchip
ISO-standard microchip
Rabies vaccination, at least 21 days before travel
Rabies vaccination, at least 21 days before travel
Rabies antibody titer test, for pets from higher-risk countries
Rabies antibody titer test, for pets from higher-risk countries
MOCCAE import permit, applied for online before departure and valid for 30 days
MOCCAE import permit, applied for online before departure and valid for 30 days
Health certificate from a vet in your current country
Health certificate from a vet in your current country
Airport clearance and customs handling in Dubai
Airport clearance and customs handling in Dubai
Dubai Municipality registration once you arrive
Dubai Municipality registration once you arrive
First check-up with us to confirm they've settled in well
First check-up with us to confirm they've settled in well
Start earlier than you think
The most common mistake is leaving it late. Some destinations need work started months before you fly.
The most common mistake is leaving it late. Some destinations need work started months before you fly.
4 to 7 months out
Rabies titer countries
The UK, EU, and Australia require a blood test taken after vaccination, then a waiting period before entry. This is the long pole, and it can't be rushed.
2 to 3 months out
Permits and paperwork
Permits and paperwork Import permits, export permits, and destination-specific documentation. We start these as soon as your travel dates are confirmed.
1 month out
Crate and flight
Crate sizing and acclimatisation, cargo booking, and confirming your receiving agent at the other end.
Final 10 days
Health certificate
Most countries require the certificate to be issued within a set window before departure. We time this to your flight.
4 to 7 months out
Rabies titer countries
The UK, EU, and Australia require a blood test taken after vaccination, then a waiting period before entry. This is the long pole, and it can't be rushed.
1 month out
Crate and flight
Crate sizing and acclimatisation, cargo booking, and confirming your receiving agent at the other end.
2 to 3 months out
Permits and paperwork
Permits and paperwork Import permits, export permits, and destination-specific documentation. We start these as soon as your travel dates are confirmed.
Final 10 days
Health certificate
Most countries require the certificate to be issued within a set window before departure. We time this to your flight.
If you're moving to the UK, EU, or Australia, speak to us before you book anything else. The titer test and waiting period set the earliest date your pet can travel, and everything else is planned backwards from it.
Tell us where you and your pet are headed
Send us your destination and rough travel dates. We'll come back with the exact requirements, the timeline, and a full cost breakdown.
Why do it through us
One
Everything under one roof
Vaccinations, microchipping, titer testing, permits, crate prep, and cargo booking all happen through our own team. No handing your pet's move off to a third party partway through.
Two
Our own laboratory
Samples are handled in-house, so we control turnaround and can tell you exactly where a test is, rather than waiting on an external lab.
Three
Your vet knows your pet
Nervous flyer, senior, snub-nosed breed, existing condition. The person signing the certificate is the person who actually examines them.
Four
Care at both ends
A pre-travel health check before you go, and a settling-in check afterwards for pets arriving in Dubai.
One
Everything under one roof
Vaccinations, microchipping, titer testing, permits, crate prep, and cargo booking all happen through our own team. No handing your pet's move off to a third party partway through.
Two
Our own laboratory
Samples are handled in-house, so we control turnaround and can tell you exactly where a test is, rather than waiting on an external lab.
Three
Your vet knows your pet
Nervous flyer, senior, snub-nosed breed, existing condition. The person signing the certificate is the person who actually examines them.
Four
Care at both ends
A pre-travel health check before you go, and a settling-in check afterwards for pets arriving in Dubai.
Destinations we handle most
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Australia
Australia
South Africa
South Africa
European Union
European Union
New Zealand
New Zealand
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia
United States
United States
India
India
Qatar
Qatar
Canada
Canada
Philippines
Philippines
Pakistan
Pakistan
China
China
Egypt
Egypt
Bangladesh
Bangladesh
Everything You Need to Know
Questions? We're here to help
How far in advance should I contact you?
As soon as you know you're moving. For most destinations, two to three months is workable. For the UK, EU, and Australia, plan for four to seven months because of the rabies titer test and the waiting period that follows it.
What does it cost?
It depends on the destination, whether a titer test is needed, and your pet's size and breed. Once we know where you're headed and roughly when, we'll send a full cost breakdown before anything is booked.
Do you handle the whole move, or only the veterinary side?
The whole move. Vaccinations, testing, permits, crate preparation, and cargo booking are all handled by our own team, so you're not juggling a vet and a separate logistics company.
Can my pet travel in the cabin?
Usually not. Most airlines flying in or out of Dubai, including Emirates, carry pets as cargo or checked baggage in a climate-controlled hold rather than in the cabin. A small number of airlines allow small pets in the cabin on certain routes, and we'll tell you if that's an option once we know your airline and destination.
My pet is nervous. Should they be sedated?
No. Sedation is generally not recommended, and most airlines don't allow it, since it can affect breathing and the body's ability to regulate temperature at altitude. We'll instead walk you through crate acclimatisation and, if needed, other safe ways to keep them calm for flying.
Is my breed allowed to fly?
Snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds, like pugs, bulldogs, and Persian cats, face extra restrictions or outright bans with some airlines, especially in summer heat. We'll check your specific breed against your airline and route during your first consultation.
I'm arriving in Dubai. What do I do first?
Book your MOCCAE import permit as soon as your flight is confirmed. It's only valid for 30 days, so applying too early or too late can cause problems either way. We'll talk you through the timing on your first call.
Everything You Need to Know
Questions? We're here to help
How far in advance should I contact you?
As soon as you know you're moving. For most destinations, two to three months is workable. For the UK, EU, and Australia, plan for four to seven months because of the rabies titer test and the waiting period that follows it.
What does it cost?
It depends on the destination, whether a titer test is needed, and your pet's size and breed. Once we know where you're headed and roughly when, we'll send a full cost breakdown before anything is booked.
Do you handle the whole move, or only the veterinary side?
The whole move. Vaccinations, testing, permits, crate preparation, and cargo booking are all handled by our own team, so you're not juggling a vet and a separate logistics company.
Can my pet travel in the cabin?
Usually not. Most airlines flying in or out of Dubai, including Emirates, carry pets as cargo or checked baggage in a climate-controlled hold rather than in the cabin. A small number of airlines allow small pets in the cabin on certain routes, and we'll tell you if that's an option once we know your airline and destination.
My pet is nervous. Should they be sedated?
No. Sedation is generally not recommended, and most airlines don't allow it, since it can affect breathing and the body's ability to regulate temperature at altitude. We'll instead walk you through crate acclimatisation and, if needed, other safe ways to keep them calm for flying.
Is my breed allowed to fly?
Snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds, like pugs, bulldogs, and Persian cats, face extra restrictions or outright bans with some airlines, especially in summer heat. We'll check your specific breed against your airline and route during your first consultation.
I'm arriving in Dubai. What do I do first?
Book your MOCCAE import permit as soon as your flight is confirmed. It's only valid for 30 days, so applying too early or too late can cause problems either way. We'll talk you through the timing on your first call.
Everything You Need to Know
Questions? We're here to help
How far in advance should I contact you?
As soon as you know you're moving. For most destinations, two to three months is workable. For the UK, EU, and Australia, plan for four to seven months because of the rabies titer test and the waiting period that follows it.
What does it cost?
It depends on the destination, whether a titer test is needed, and your pet's size and breed. Once we know where you're headed and roughly when, we'll send a full cost breakdown before anything is booked.
Do you handle the whole move, or only the veterinary side?
The whole move. Vaccinations, testing, permits, crate preparation, and cargo booking are all handled by our own team, so you're not juggling a vet and a separate logistics company.
Can my pet travel in the cabin?
Usually not. Most airlines flying in or out of Dubai, including Emirates, carry pets as cargo or checked baggage in a climate-controlled hold rather than in the cabin. A small number of airlines allow small pets in the cabin on certain routes, and we'll tell you if that's an option once we know your airline and destination.
My pet is nervous. Should they be sedated?
No. Sedation is generally not recommended, and most airlines don't allow it, since it can affect breathing and the body's ability to regulate temperature at altitude. We'll instead walk you through crate acclimatisation and, if needed, other safe ways to keep them calm for flying.
Is my breed allowed to fly?
Snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds, like pugs, bulldogs, and Persian cats, face extra restrictions or outright bans with some airlines, especially in summer heat. We'll check your specific breed against your airline and route during your first consultation.
I'm arriving in Dubai. What do I do first?
Book your MOCCAE import permit as soon as your flight is confirmed. It's only valid for 30 days, so applying too early or too late can cause problems either way. We'll talk you through the timing on your first call.
Everything You Need to Know
Questions? We're here to help
How far in advance should I contact you?
As soon as you know you're moving. For most destinations, two to three months is workable. For the UK, EU, and Australia, plan for four to seven months because of the rabies titer test and the waiting period that follows it.
What does it cost?
It depends on the destination, whether a titer test is needed, and your pet's size and breed. Once we know where you're headed and roughly when, we'll send a full cost breakdown before anything is booked.
Do you handle the whole move, or only the veterinary side?
The whole move. Vaccinations, testing, permits, crate preparation, and cargo booking are all handled by our own team, so you're not juggling a vet and a separate logistics company.
Can my pet travel in the cabin?
Usually not. Most airlines flying in or out of Dubai, including Emirates, carry pets as cargo or checked baggage in a climate-controlled hold rather than in the cabin. A small number of airlines allow small pets in the cabin on certain routes, and we'll tell you if that's an option once we know your airline and destination.
My pet is nervous. Should they be sedated?
No. Sedation is generally not recommended, and most airlines don't allow it, since it can affect breathing and the body's ability to regulate temperature at altitude. We'll instead walk you through crate acclimatisation and, if needed, other safe ways to keep them calm for flying.
Is my breed allowed to fly?
Snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds, like pugs, bulldogs, and Persian cats, face extra restrictions or outright bans with some airlines, especially in summer heat. We'll check your specific breed against your airline and route during your first consultation.
I'm arriving in Dubai. What do I do first?
Book your MOCCAE import permit as soon as your flight is confirmed. It's only valid for 30 days, so applying too early or too late can cause problems either way. We'll talk you through the timing on your first call.
Pet relocation enquiry form
Pet relocation enquiry form
Every Step, Under One Roof
Careful Planning Leads to a Smoother Move
Every Step, Under One Roof
Careful Planning Leads to a Smoother Move
Every Step, Under One Roof
Careful Planning Leads to a Smoother Move
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Contact Us
DIP - 8am to 9pm
JLT - 10am to 7pm
Jumeirah - 8am to 8pm
Sports City - 9am to 7pm
Sustainable City - 9am to 6pm
© 2006-2026 Noble Veterinary Clinics
A Member of ARENA Veterinary Group
Contact Us
DIP - 8am to 9pm
JLT - 10am to 7pm
Jumeirah - 8am to 8pm
Sports City - 9am to 7pm
Sustainable City - 9am to 6pm
© 2006-2026 Noble Veterinary Clinics
Why work at Noble! Let’s transform the future of veterinary care together.
Why work at Noble! Let’s transform the future of veterinary care together.
Why work at Noble! Let’s transform the future of veterinary care together.
Why work at Noble!
