Middle East and Asia
Pet travel to Cebu
BAI import clearance at Mactan–Cebu Airport — the Queen City of the South with island resort beaches and hilltop trails.
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
BAI Sanitary and Phytosanitary Import Clearance (SPSIC) — apply via the InterCommerce portal 8–12 weeks before travel
- 2
ISO-compliant microchip (11784/11785); rabies vaccination 14 days to 12 months before arrival; core vaccines required
- 3
USDA APHIS-endorsed health certificate issued within 10 days; internal and external parasite treatment within 30 days before departure
These are the official entry rules for Philippines.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for Philippines.
All pets undergo 30-day home quarantine upon arrival in the Philippines. BAI clearance must be obtained before travel. Mactan–Cebu International Airport (MCIA) has a BAI veterinary inspection facility. We coordinate all BAI applications and in-destination quarantine supervision.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Cebu.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Cebu.
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 Cebu.
Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) is an approved entry point per BAI regulations. SPSIC clearance applies. We confirm that your routing uses approved airports and coordinate the BAI Quarantine Station inspection at CEB.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
60–90 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Cebu.
Cozy Studio Type Condo Near IT Park With POOL Netflix & Wifi
Cozy Studio Type Condo Near IT Park With POOL Netflix & Wifi is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are allowed for no additional fee. Cats may also be
VRBO Cebu
Pet policies are determined by the individual owner of each Vrbo property. For more information on the pet fee, weight limit and other restrictions
Jojies Crib Horizons101
Jojies Crib Horizons101 is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are allowed for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
Paws en Route
Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Cebu.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Cebu. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Cebu with your pet.
One of the biggest anxieties of pet travel is local transit. Here's everything you need to know before you land.
Private Cars
Grab (the regional Uber equivalent) is the standard for all city and airport movement in Cebu. Taxis available at MCIA. We coordinate all transfers with advance pet notification.
Public Transit
Jeepneys and modern jeepneys (MJes) operate city routes with small pets in carriers at driver's discretion. More practical for solo travel than for pets and luggage.
On Foot
The Ayala Center Cebu district and IT Park are walkable urban zones. We provide maps of the morning walking routes in the residential upland areas near Marco Polo.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Cebu, with your dog.
Every pet's travel style is different. Contact our team for customised local intelligence and pet-friendly recommendations for Cebu.
Pet-Friendly Dining
Eat out, dog in tow.
Verified dog-welcoming restaurants, cafés, and markets in Cebu. Policy notes confirmed by our local team.
Terrace Dining
Abacá Restaurant
Mactan Island
Beachfront terrace with garden dining; dogs welcome at outdoor tables with advance notice.
Casual
Zubuchon
IT Park, Cebu City
Outdoor seating at the IT Park branch; dogs welcome at exterior tables — Cebu's most famous lechon.
Market
Sugbo Mercado
IT Park, Cebu City
Open-air night market; dogs welcome throughout the outdoor food stall grounds.
Supply & Stores
Pet food & supply stores
Premium Pet Boutique
Pet Habitat Cebu
Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City
Imported premium nutrition brands; coastal and tropical climate pet care advice available.
Big Box
Landers Superstore Pet Section
Archbishop Reyes Ave, Kamputhaw, Cebu City
Full range of pet food and accessories; one of the most accessible large-format pet suppliers in Visayas.
Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
Cebu Pet Clinic
Banilad Rd, Cebu City 6000
3 km from Marco Polo Plaza
Mon–Sun 9:00–21:00, emergency call 24/7
Export Clinic
VetCebu Mactan
ML Quezon National Hwy, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu 6015
1.5 km from Mactan Airport
Mon–Sat 8:00–18:00
Boarding & Daycare
Paws & Claws Pet Hotel Cebu
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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 Cebu.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Cebu: 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 Cebu and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Cebu.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
