Pet Transport from %!s(<nil>)
Prepared and reviewed by Dr. Sarah Okafor, International Animal Health Consultant
Export Requirements
What you need to do before your pet can leave .
Export Permit
False
Government Endorsement
VSD Mauritius endorsement required
Airlines Available from
Air Mauritius
Cargo onlyBritish Airways
Cargo onlyAir France
Cabin and cargoEmirates
Cargo onlySingapore Airlines
Cargo onlyCondor
Cargo onlyCorsair
Cargo onlySouth African Airways
Cargo onlyEthiopian Airlines
Cargo onlyLufthansa
Cabin and cargoPopular routes from Mauritius
We have detailed guides for the following routes:
Frequently Asked Questions
Your pet needs a valid microchip (ISO standard), current rabies vaccination, and an official health certificate endorsed by VSD-MU. Specific destination countries may require additional documents such as a titre test result, import permit, or specific certificate formats.
No formal export permit for cats and dogs. Official health certificate from VSD-registered vet, endorsed by VSD-MU.
The best airline depends on your destination. Air Mauritius operates cargo-only pet services from Mauritius. Always confirm live animal acceptance with the airline before booking.
Your destination country may restrict certain breeds regardless of your origin. Commonly restricted breeds include American Pit Bull Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Japanese Tosa, Fila Brasileiro. Always check destination country rules for your specific breed.
Start at least 3 months before travel for most destinations. For Australia, New Zealand, or Mauritius, start 7-8 months ahead because of mandatory titre test waiting periods (180 days) and limited quarantine facility availability.
Start your journey
Get Your Free Quote
Enter your pet's details and route
Quotes are tailored to your specific journey.
Sorry, your enquiry could not be sent. Please try again or email us directly.
Moving your pet abroad?
We coordinate the paperwork, the airline booking, and the quarantine so you don't have to.
Get a free quoteOn this page
- Airlines: 10 carriers
Sources
Requirements on this page were checked against the authorities below. Rules change, so confirm current conditions with the relevant authority before you travel.
- IATA · International Air Transport Association, Live Animals Regulations