Start with an approved export country and its specific veterinary certificate.
Check the applicable procedure
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Check whether the export country is approved and which country group and species guide applies. If it is not approved, all required steps must be completed in an approved country under that guide. A short transit through an approved country is insufficient.
DAFF preparation framework only. Group 1, 2 and 3 procedures differ. A flight connection through an approved country does not establish eligibility or fulfil residence requirements.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
DAFF requires the country-specific veterinary health certificate. An approved country without an agreed certificate cannot currently export cats or dogs through that pathway. Check both approval and certificate availability before arranging transport.
DAFF preparation framework only. Group 1, 2 and 3 procedures differ. A flight connection through an approved country does not establish eligibility or fulfil residence requirements.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
DAFF recommends allowing at least six months for the import process. This is planning guidance, not a universal quarantine duration. Permit assessment, veterinary preparation and quarantine charges must be budgeted separately according to the applicable guide.
DAFF preparation framework only. Group 1, 2 and 3 procedures differ. A flight connection through an approved country does not establish eligibility or fulfil residence requirements.
