Middle East and Asia
Pet travel to Dubai
MOCCAE import permit and breed-restriction pre-clearance.
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
MOCCAE import permit (Ministry of Climate Change and Environment)
- 2
ISO microchip
- 3
Core vaccinations including rabies
- 4
External and internal parasite treatments
- 5
Health certificate signed within 7 days and endorsed by government veterinarian
- 6
Breed clearance (restricted breeds require additional approval)
These are the official entry rules for United Arab Emirates.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for United Arab Emirates.
Dubai has a list of banned dog breeds that require additional approval. We pre-screen breed eligibility before any planning begins. DXB airport has a dedicated animal handling facility with 24-hour oversight.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Dubai.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Dubai.
Permit Filing
Our team files all import permits and advance notifications on your behalf, tracking approval status in real time.
Veterinary Coordination
We work with your vet or our partner clinics to issue compliant health certificates timed precisely to departure.
Airport Concierge
A dedicated chaperone manages customs inspection, APHIS or border authority clearance, and handover at destination.
Local Logistics
Getting your pet into Dubai.
Dubai International (DXB) has a dedicated 24-hour animal handling facility operated by Dubai Cargo Village. MOCCAE permit must be obtained prior to any flight booking. We pre-screen breed eligibility, apply for the MOCCAE permit, and coordinate the DXB airport reception team.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
21–60 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Dubai.
Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah Dubai
Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah Dubai allows 2 pets up to 25 kg in designated rooms with a refundable deposit of AED 500. Both dogs and cats are welcome,
Spectacular Burj Khalifa View Dubai Mall
This apartment in Dubai allows pets of any size for no additional fee. Sorry, no cats.
One 7 Farm (Desi Paradise Farm )
One 7 Farm (Desi Paradise Farm ) is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are allowed for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request. A dog bed and
Paws en Route
Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Dubai.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Dubai. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Dubai with your pet.
One of the biggest anxieties of pet travel is local transit. Here's everything you need to know before you land.
Public Transit
Dubai Metro does not permit animals without an enclosed carrier in the Gold or Silver car. In practice, Careem and Uber are the standard for pet travellers — specify pet-friendly at booking.
Private Cars
Our Dubai network of executive SUVs operates 24/7. DXB Airport transfers confirmed against your MOCCAE permit clearance time. All breeds accepted with advance notice.
On Foot
Walking in Dubai is heat-dependent. We provide time-specific guides to the cooler months (November–March) and the pedestrian-friendly zones around JBR, Safa Park, and Al Barsha.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Pet-Friendly Dining
Eat out, dog in tow.
Verified dog-welcoming restaurants, cafés, and markets in Dubai. Policy notes confirmed by our local team.
Terrace Dining
Netscafe & Grill
Jumeirah
Beach-side café with large terrace; dogs welcome at outdoor tables with advance notice.
Casual
The Lime Tree Café
Jumeirah Beach Road
One of Dubai's original dog-friendly cafés; outdoor garden seating, water bowls on request.
Market
Ripe Market
Al Quoz
Weekend outdoor market — one of the most dog-friendly gathering spaces in Dubai.
Supply & Stores
Pet food & supply stores
Big Box
ZooMall Pet Shop
Mall of the Emirates, Dubai
Largest premium pet food selection in Dubai; stocks Science Diet, Royal Canin, and prescription ranges.
Premium Pet Boutique
The Pet Shop Dubai
Village Mall, Jumeirah, Dubai
Curated imported premium brands; bilingual staff who understand export feeding documentation.
Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
Veterinary Hospital Dubai
Export Clinic
Prime Veterinary Hospital JLT
Boarding & Daycare
Barking Lot Dog Hotel Dubai
Get a Quote
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We handle the flights, the veterinary compliance, and the door-to-door logistics. Tell us where you're starting from, and we'll calculate the route to Dubai.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Dubai: permits, vet appointments, and health certificates timed precisely to your departure window so nothing expires before you board.
Local Intelligence, Pre-loaded
Vetted stays, pet-safe transit routes, and emergency contacts, all curated for Dubai and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Dubai.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
