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Pet Transport from New Zealand

Shipping your pet from New Zealand is straightforward compared to importing, but you still need correct documentation. New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) oversees animal exports. Here’s what you need to arrange before your pet can leave.

Airlines Available from New Zealand

Air New Zealand
Cabin and cargo
Qantas
Cargo only
Emirates
Cargo only
Singapore Airlines
Cargo only
Cathay Pacific
Cargo only
LATAM Airlines
Cargo only

Export requirements from New Zealand

Export Permit: Not required for cats and dogs leaving New Zealand, but destination country requirements must be met

Health Certificate: Must meet destination country requirements. An official veterinarian must issue the certificate within 10 days of departure

Government Endorsement: MPI endorsement may be required depending on destination country

Microchip: ISO-compliant microchip must be in place before any required vaccinations

Rabies: New Zealand is rabies-free. Rabies vaccination is not required for export but most destination countries require it. Allow enough lead time for the destination’s vaccination protocol

Last Verified: 2026-04-16

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