Fully managed, with clear guidance at every step
Travelling internationally with your dog requires precise documentation, and requirements vary depending on whether you are flying from the United Kingdom to Dubai or from Dubai to the United Kingdom.
PetX manages the process end to end for both routes. We guide you through every step and handle all required permits, approvals, and regulatory paperwork on your behalf. Where actions are required from your own veterinarian, mainly around vaccinations and health treatments, we provide clear instructions, timelines, and checks to ensure everything is completed correctly.
With PetX, there is no guesswork, no conflicting advice, and no unnecessary stress.
Documentation is reviewed in advance and, where required, submitted for pre approval with the relevant authorities to avoid delays or last minute issues.
- import and export requirements
- Handling of Paperwork
- Permits
- Health Certificates
- Applications and Timing Management
- Compliance Checks
- Ongoing liaison with vets, authorities, and ground partners
What your vet will help you with
Some steps must be completed by your own veterinarian. These are primarily clinical requirements relating to your dog’s health and vaccination status. We guide both you and your vet through these requirements in advance, with exact dates and instructions provided.
What We Do
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Manage country specific import and export requirements for both routes
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Prepare, review, and validate all required documentation
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Coordinate health certificates, endorsements, and permits
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Apply for and manage the UAE import permit and timing
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Apply for the DEFRA Export Health Certificate where required
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Complete advance submission and compliance checks with authorities
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Conduct pet compliance checks and manage pet release on arrival
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Arrange release permits with the Ministry Vet upon arrival
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Treat pets for internal parasites within 24 hours of departure
What Your Vet Does
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Provide a full copy of the vaccination card and vaccination book
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Share relevant medical history where required
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Confirm and share the microchip number
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Administer any lapsed vaccinations as required
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Carry out rabies and core vaccinations in line with travel timelines
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Confirm your dog is clinically fit to travel
Core requirements (both routes)
- ISO compatible microchip in place before rabies vaccination
- Rabies vaccination administered more than 21 days before travel
- Vaccinations for distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, and leptospirosis
- Original vaccination and health certificates available
Route specific requirements
- GB Health Certificate issued within 10 days of travel and officially endorsed
- Tapeworm treatment completed 24–120 hours before arrival
- Rabies certificates showing continuous coverage where applicable
- UAE import permit approved before travel
- Import permits valid for 30 days, timed by PetX to match your flight
- Official vet examination confirming fitness to fly
- Completion of export health certificate where required
- Treatment for internal and external parasites
Everything is reviewed, verified, and confirmed by the PetX team before flight day, so you can travel calmly and confidently with your dog.
Your PetX Documentation Timeline
Step 1
You receive access to your PetX portal and documentation overview.
Step 2
We provide your vet with clear vaccination and health requirements for your route.
Step 3
PetX prepare permits, health certificates, and regulatory approvals and submit them for review.
Step 4
(24 hours pre-flight) Health examination, parasite treatments, and export certification completed.
Step 5
All documents verified, approved, and confirmed ahead of departure.
Step 6
Arrive knowing everything has been handled and approved in advance.