Topic: Documents & paperwork
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What labels need to be on my pet’s crate?
Each crate must display your name, contact details, the destination address, and “Live Animal” labels with directional “This Way Up” arrows.
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South Africa
South Africa’s DALRRD administers pet imports, with no quarantine for compliant UK pets and requirements that differ between dogs and cats. Main entry points are OR Tambo (Johannesburg), Cape Town, and Durban. British Airways flies direct, with Emirates and Qatar Airways as alternatives.
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How do I get an import permit for my pet?
Import permits are issued by the destination country’s agricultural or veterinary authority — for example, the Department of Agriculture for Australia.
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What is the Rabies Titer Test (FAVN)?
The Rabies Titer Test, also called the FAVN test, is a blood test that confirms your pet has an adequate immune response to the rabies vaccine.
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Which vaccinations does my cat need to travel?
Cats travelling internationally typically need rabies, FVRCP, and feline leukemia vaccinations.
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Which vaccinations does my dog need to travel?
Dogs travelling internationally typically need rabies, DHPP, leptospirosis, bordetella, and canine influenza vaccinations.
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What microchip does my pet need?
Pets travelling internationally need a 15-digit ISO 11784/11785-compatible microchip, which is the global standard read by veterinary and customs scanners.
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Why do you need the original documents and not copies?
Originals are required because customs and veterinary authorities verify physical stamps, signatures, and security features that copies do not show.
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What documents do I need to provide for my pet’s flight?
Airpets needs the original copies of your pet’s travel documents at handover for both export and import regulatory checks.
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Cyprus
Cyprus follows EU pet travel rules; a tick treatment is recommended rather than required from the UK. Pets can fly directly into Larnaca or Paphos with British Airways or TUI, with indirect options via Lufthansa or Aegean.