Dogs to UAEPet transport
Taking Your Dog to the UAE
If you’re planning to relocate dogs to the UAE, timing matters almost as much as paperwork. Things like summer heat restrictions, airline temperature limits and breed regulations can all affect when and how your dog can travel.
Transfur Animals has been helping families move pets to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE for more than 20 years. We know the routes that work with airlines operating at different times of year and how to avoid delays caused by incorrectly submitted paperwork or permits.
If you’re preparing for a move to the UAE, we can take care of the pet travel side of things from start to finish.
Already started the process? We can take over dog shipping to the UAE from any stage and help get your plans back on track.
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Before flying a dog to the UAE 
1. Get your dog microchipped with an ISO-compliant microchip
2. Ensure your dog has a valid rabies vaccination given after microchipping
3. Check that your dog’s breed is eligible for import into the UAE
4. Apply for a UAE import permit before travel
5. Arrange the required veterinary paperwork and export health certificate
6. Book your dog’s flight with an approved airline and route
7. Arrange customs clearance for arrival in the UAE
8. Make sure all paperwork, vaccination records and microchip details match exactly
The order of the paperwork and veterinary requirements matters when you relocate dogs to the UAE. Our experienced pet shipping team manages the process from start to finish, making sure everything is completed correctly and submitted within the required timescales.
Please note: Many airlines restrict travel for snub-nosed breeds to the UAE during the hotter months of the year due to temperature limits. Flight availability can also change depending on seasonal conditions and local regulations.
1. Get your dog microchipped with an ISO-compliant microchip
2. Ensure your dog has a valid rabies vaccination given after microchipping
3. Check that your dog’s breed is eligible for import into the UAE
4. Apply for a UAE import permit before travel
5. Arrange the required veterinary paperwork and export health certificate
6. Book your dog’s flight with an approved airline and route
7. Arrange customs clearance for arrival in the UAE
8. Make sure all paperwork, vaccination records and microchip details match exactly
The order of the paperwork and veterinary requirements matters when you relocate dogs to the UAE. Our experienced pet shipping team manages the process from start to finish, making sure everything is completed correctly and submitted within the required timescales.
Please note: Many airlines restrict travel for snub-nosed breeds to the UAE during the hotter months of the year due to temperature limits. Flight availability can also change depending on seasonal conditions and local regulations.
Taking Dog to the UAE – What We Do
| What We Handle ✓ | What That Means For You ➡ |
|---|---|
| UAE import permit application | Submitted on your behalf and checked before travel |
| Breed eligibility checks | We confirm whether your dog can enter the UAE and identify any additional requirements |
| Vaccination and paperwork checks | We make sure everything matches before documents are submitted |
| Export health certificate | We coordinate the veterinary paperwork required for departure |
| Flight booking | We secure the most suitable airline and route for your dog’s journey |
| IATA-compliant travel container | Supplied or checked by us to meet airline requirements |
| UK home to airport collection | Available if you need it |
| Customs clearance and arrival support | Arranged before your dog lands in the UAE |
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Experience & Reputation
+10,000 pets transfered worldwide
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Travel Crate & Pet Safety
Ensure pet's comfort & well-being
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Global Compliance
Expert handling of all paperwork
Why Choose Transfur Animals?
More than 20 years of experience relocating dogs internationally
Experienced in helping families relocate dogs to the UAE from the UK
Knowledge of UAE breed restrictions and seasonal travel limitations
Import permits, flights and paperwork managed by one experienced team
Clear advice and realistic timelines from the beginning
Transparent pricing with no hidden extras
Ready to Move Your Dog to the UAE?
Call us on 01403 212 900 or request a quote online, and one of our experienced (and dog-loving) team members will talk you through flying your dog from the UK to the UAE.