Flying with Your Dog to the UAE (Dubai)
The UAE requires an import permit and has banned breed restrictions. Both Emirates and Etihad transport pets as cargo only - no cabin pets on international flights.
No Cabin PetsNo Quarantine
Key Requirements for United Arab Emirates
- Import permit from UAE Ministry of Climate Change
- Microchip
- Valid rabies vaccination
- Health certificate within 10 days
- Dogs travel as cargo only (no cabin)
- Several breeds banned or restricted
Frequently Asked Questions
Airports in United Arab Emirates
AUH
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport
DXB
Dubai
Dubai International Airport
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- Cabin Pets
- Not Allowed
- Quarantine
- None
- Airports
- 2
- Last Updated
- 2026
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