North America
Pet travel to Atlanta
ATL Maynard H. Jackson International Terminal arrivals with APHIS coordination and Midtown transfers.
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
Current rabies vaccination certificate
- 2
Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
- 3
APHIS endorsement for international origin
- 4
Airline-specific carrier size compliance
These are the official entry rules for United States.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for United States.
The US does not require quarantine for most countries. Dogs from high-risk rabies countries require a CDC-issued import permit. We manage all APHIS endorsements and advance CDC filings. International pet arrivals at ATL are processed through the Maynard H. Jackson International Terminal — we pre-file all APHIS documentation to ensure same-day clearance.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Atlanta.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Atlanta.
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 Atlanta.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta (ATL) is the world's busiest airport and a major Delta hub with APHIS operations for international arrivals. Direct transatlantic routes from London Heathrow connect with British Airways and Delta.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
5–14 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Atlanta.
Kimpton Shane Hotel by IHG
Kimpton Shane Hotel by IHG is pet friendly! Pets of any size are welcome for no additional fee. Both dogs and cats are allowed, but pets must be crated
Oasis Treehouse Atlanta
This 1-bedroom vacation rental in Atlanta allows 4 dogs of any size for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
Alecia B&B
Alecia B&B does not allow dogs. Please choose a different pet friendly hotel in Atlanta for your trip.
Paws en Route
Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Atlanta.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Atlanta. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Atlanta 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
MARTA rail and buses do not permit pets except in enclosed carriers on the rail system. Atlanta is car-dependent; rideshare is the standard solution for most pet travellers.
Private Cars
Our Atlanta fleet covers Hartsfield-Jackson airport and all neighbourhoods — Midtown, Buckhead, Inman Park, and Virginia-Highland. All breeds accepted; SUVs available for large dogs.
On Foot
Inman Park and the BeltLine Eastside Trail corridor are Atlanta's most walkable zones. We provide maps of Piedmont Park dog park sections, off-lead hours, and dog-welcoming restaurant patios.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Atlanta, with your dog.
Centennial Olympic Park
Stroll through the dog-friendly Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta for an on-leash walking tour of this 22-acre urban greenspace opened in 1996,
265 Luckie St NW, Atlanta, GA, US, 30303
East Palisades, Whitewater Creek Trail
Whitewater Creek Trail, part of the East Palisades Trails in Atlanta, is a scenic and dog-friendly hiking path that winds along the Chattahoochee
4058 Whitewater Creek Rd NW, Atlanta, GA, US, 30327
The Battery Atlanta
The Battery Atlanta is a vibrant mixed-use development in Atlanta, GA, offering a dynamic blend of dining, shopping, entertainment and residential
800 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, US, 30339
The Pooch Pontoon
The Pooch Pontoon offers exciting dog-friendly excursions on Lake Lanier, north of Atlanta, GA. Unplug, relax and recharge aboard a comfortable
Inquire for Address, Atlanta, GA, US, 30305
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Want more to do with your dog? Our experts plan the perfect itinerary in Atlanta.
Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
BluePearl Atlanta
Export Clinic
Peachtree Hills Animal Hospital
3106 Early St NW, Atlanta GA 30305
5 km from Buckhead
Mon–Fri 7:30–17:30, Sat 8:00–13:00
Boarding & Daycare
Dogtopia Atlanta Midtown
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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 Atlanta.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Atlanta: 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 Atlanta and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Atlanta.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
