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Pet Transport from Australia

Shipping your pet from Australia requires the right paperwork and planning. Here’s what you need to arrange before your pet can leave.

Airlines Available from Australia

Emirates
Cargo only
British Airways
Cargo only
Singapore Airlines
Cargo only
Qantas
Cargo only
Air France
Cabin and cargo
United Airlines
Cabin only
Delta Air Lines
Cabin and cargo
American Airlines
Cabin and cargo
Cathay Pacific
Cargo only
Etihad Airways
Cargo only
Air Canada
Cabin and cargo
Korean Air
Cabin and cargo
Japan Airlines (JAL)
Cargo only
Thai Airways
Cargo only
Garuda Indonesia
Cabin and cargo
Philippine Airlines
Cabin and cargo

Export requirements from Australia

Export Permit: Required for live animal exports from Australia

Veterinary Inspection Timing: Within 5 days of export (or as specified by destination country)

Veterinary Inspection Issued By: DAFF-approved veterinarian

Government Endorsement: Health certificate must be endorsed by DAFF for export

Notes: Australia being rabies-free means Australian pets have simplified entry into many countries. The export process is the main requirement.

Last Verified: 2026-04-16

Popular routes from Australia

We have detailed guides for the following routes:

Frequently Asked Questions

You’ll need a health certificate from a DAFF-approved veterinarian, proof of microchip and vaccinations, and any government endorsement required by your destination country.

Any DAFF-approved veterinarian in Australia can issue a health certificate for pet export. For some destinations, the certificate then needs endorsement from DAFF.

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Australia

  • Code: AU
  • Airlines: 16 carriers

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