Pet Transport from UK to Jordan: Ministry Permit, APHA Certificate and Amman Routes

Jordan is a Middle Eastern destination increasingly popular with UK expats and development sector workers. Moving a dog or cat from the UK to Amman is manageable with around three months of preparation.

What Jordan Requires from UK-Origin Pets

The Jordanian Ministry of Agriculture Veterinary Directorate manages live animal imports. For dogs and cats from the UK, the requirements include:

  • An import permit from the Ministry of Agriculture
  • An APHA-endorsed health certificate from a UK vet, within ten days of departure
  • Rabies vaccination (current; given at least thirty days before travel)
  • Core vaccinations for dogs and cats
  • Microchip (ISO 11784/11785)
  • External and internal parasite treatment records
  • Breed clearance (certain breeds restricted – confirm for your dog)

A rabies titre test is not a standard requirement for Jordan from the UK, but confirm when applying for the import permit.

The UK Health Certificate Process

Since Brexit, UK pets travelling to non-EU countries need a health certificate specific to the destination country’s requirements. For Jordan, this means a vet issues the certificate in the format approved by Jordan, and APHA endorses it. Use a vet familiar with the APHA endorsement process for Middle Eastern destinations.

Airlines from UK to Jordan

Royal Jordanian operates direct flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Amman Queen Alia (AMM) and is the most direct option for pet cargo. British Airways also serves Amman. Emirates via Dubai and Qatar Airways via Doha are common connecting options.

Contact Royal Jordanian Cargo or British Airways Cargo to book the live animal space. Confirm that the specific aircraft on your route accepts live animals in the hold.

Practical Notes for Amman

Veterinary care in Amman has improved significantly and several English-speaking clinics serve the expatriate community. Bring a stock of any prescription medications. Jordan’s climate is hot and dry, with cooler winters. Parasite prevention is important year-round.

Summary Checklist

  • Import permit from Jordan Ministry of Agriculture
  • APHA-endorsed health certificate, within 10 days of departure
  • Rabies vaccination (current)
  • Core vaccinations
  • Breed clearance confirmed
  • Microchip
  • IATA-compliant crate

Frequently Asked Questions

For most dogs and cats from the UK, the Jordan import process takes around six to eight weeks. You need the import permit from the Jordanian Ministry of Agriculture, a current rabies vaccination given at least thirty days before travel, and an APHA-endorsed health certificate within ten days of departure. Starting two months before your planned travel date gives comfortable buffer.

Yes. Since Brexit, UK health certificates for non-EU destinations must be endorsed by APHA (Animal and Plant Health Agency). The vet issues the certificate in the destination-country format, and APHA endorses it. Allow several days for the APHA endorsement process on top of the vet appointment. Time this so the endorsed certificate is valid within ten days of your travel date.

Royal Jordanian operates direct London Heathrow (LHR) to Amman Queen Alia (AMM) flights and is the most direct option for pet cargo on this route. British Airways also serves Amman. Emirates via Dubai and Qatar Airways via Doha are connecting alternatives. Contact Royal Jordanian Cargo or British Airways Cargo directly to book the live animal space.

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