All you need to know about traveling to Dubai with your dog from India

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Government And Permits

To bring your pet into the UAE, you require an import permit from the Ministry of Environment and Water. For this, you’ll need a vaccination card, a copy of your passport and a microchip number clearly marked on the vaccine book or microchip certificate.

Select pets will need a rabies test in advance of their entry to the UAE. The UAE authorities will not issue permits more than 30 days in advanced, says the British Veterinary Center, Abu Dhabi.

Flying

Emirates

Emirates allows guide dogs for the blind in the cabin. Other dogs must travel via Emirates SkyCargo®.

For all routes, the charge for the animal(s) and container will depend on the weight and size of the animal plus cage combined. These charges will apply in all cases, even when no other checked baggage is being carried.

Also, you must make sure that your dog breed is not listed below, the UAE government has banned these breeds:

• Pit Bulls
• Wolf-Dog Hybrids
• American Staffordshire terriers
• Japanese tosa
• Brazilian and Argentinian mastiffs
• Any Cross Breed of the above

Requirements:

• 24 Hour Emergency Contact Number
• Import permit
• Vet Certificate

Remember, these change, check Emirates’ website for the latest information.