So what are the rules?
IMPORTING:
The import of pets is permitted, however certain larger breeds of dog namely; Boxers, Bulldogs, Rottweilers, Great Danes and Dobermans are not granted entry.
Rabies is not present in Qatar; however dogs and cats being imported MUST be vaccinated against it.
| What do Qatar Pet Relocators need to import my pet? |
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Photograph of your pet. |
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Health certificate from government-approved vet at your point of origin (dated no earlier than two weeks prior to your pets arrival in Qatar). |
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Copy of pet's vaccination records (with valid vaccinations). |
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Copies of your passport / visa for Qatar. |
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Copy of the Airwaybill for your pet's travel. |
Qatar Pet Relocators will then be able to provide an import permit from the Ministry of Agriculture in Qatar (within two weeks of your intended travel date).
Additional Notes:
-> It is important to note that airlines have their own procedures with regards to the carriage of animals in the cargo hold, travel kennels must meet these standards.
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EXPORTING:
| What do Qatar Pet Relocators need to export my pet? |
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Vaccination records, showing vaccination against rabies (between 30 and 360 days before date of travel). *exceptions outlined below. |
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Health certificate from the government vet's in Qatar (your pet is required to attend, for an examination) - validity of this is 7 days for travel. |
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Your pet's flight needs to be booked a minimum of 5 days prior. |
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A travel kennel that complies with regulatory standards. |
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*Note the regulations for the country you are importing your pet to... QPR will assist. |
* Exceptions: The U.S.A. requires dogs entering to have their rabies vaccination between 30 and 180 days before arrival. New EU regulations governing the importation of animals into member states came into effect in June 2004, and require that all vaccinations are done at least 120 days in advance of travel, with a blood test being undertaken 30 days later by an approved laboratory to verify its effectiveness.
Animals entering the UK, Malta , Ireland and Sweden will require a tick and tapeworm treatment and will of course be subject to those countries' quarantine regulations.
Outside the European Union, each country has its own set of regulations regarding the import of animals. You can check these details on the websites outlined below:
Australia: www.affa.gov.au
Britain: www.defra.gov.uk
Ireland: www.agriculture.gov.ie
South Africa: www.southafricahouse.com
Sweden: www.sjv.se/net/SJV/home
USA: www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dq/animal.html
Holland, Italy, France and all other European countries: Please refer to: http://europa.eu.int/comm/food/animal/liveanimals/pets/qanda_en.htm
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