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Pet travel to Sydney
DAFF biosecurity clearance with approved-pathway handling.
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
Import permit from DAFF (Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry)
- 2
Originating from approved country (Category 1 or 2)
- 3
Mandatory post-arrival quarantine at AQIS-approved facility (10 or 30 days depending on origin)
- 4
Completed pre-export protocol signed by accredited veterinarian
- 5
All vaccinations per DAFF import conditions
These are the official entry rules for Australia.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for Australia.Quarantine required on arrival.
Australia operates one of the world's most rigorous biosecurity systems. All pets undergo post-arrival quarantine regardless of origin. We manage the DAFF permit application and quarantine facility booking from day one.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Sydney.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Sydney.
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 Sydney.
All pets arriving in Australia undergo mandatory post-arrival quarantine at the Eastern Creek AQIS facility (Sydney). Quarantine is 10 days (Category 1 countries) or 30 days (Category 2). We manage the full DAFF permit application, AQIS facility booking, and post-quarantine transfer to your accommodation.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
90–180 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Sydney.
Looking for the perfect stay in Sydney? Our concierge team has exclusive relationships with premium pet-friendly hotels worldwide.
Contact us to curate your stayPaws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Sydney. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Sydney 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
Sydney Trains, buses, and Manly Ferry permit leashed dogs with a dog ticket (half child fare). Off-peak travel strongly recommended. Carrier required on light rail.
Private Cars
Our Sydney network covers CBD to Northern Beaches and inner west. Executive transfers from SYD timed to post-quarantine release. All drivers briefed on AQIS clearance protocol.
On Foot
The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk and Manly to Shelly Beach track are two of the world's finest dog walks. We provide tidal timing guides and off-lead window maps for both.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Sydney, with your dog.
Every pet's travel style is different. Contact our team for customised local intelligence and pet-friendly recommendations for Sydney.
Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
SASH (Small Animal Specialist Hospital)
Export Clinic
Newtown Veterinary Hospital
Boarding & Daycare
Buckingham's Pet Resort Sydney
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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 Sydney.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Sydney: 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 Sydney and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Sydney.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
