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Pet Transport from South Africa
Prepared and reviewed by Dr. Sarah Okafor, International Animal Health Consultant
Export Requirements
What you need to do before your pet can leave South Africa.
Export Permit
Official health certificate endorsed by DALRRD required.
Pet export from South Africa requires a DALRRD-endorsed health certificate. We cover 72 routes from South Africa.
Export requirements from South Africa
Health Certificate: Official health certificate endorsed by DALRRD.
Issuing Authority: Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD)
Last Verified: 2026-04-24
Popular routes from South Africa
We have detailed guides for the following routes:
- South Africa to Belgium
- South Africa to Canada
- South Africa to China
- South Africa to Germany
- South Africa to India
- South Africa to Kuwait
- South Africa to Mauritius
- South Africa to Portugal
- South Africa to United Arab Emirates
- South Africa to United Kingdom
- South Africa to United States
- South Africa to Zimbabwe
Frequently Asked Questions
You need a DALRRD-endorsed health certificate. Check destination requirements for additional permits.
Any government-approved veterinarian in South Africa can issue a health certificate. DALRRD endorsement is required before departure.
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South Africa
- Code: ZA