Official certificate 8919 conditions added for selected cats from Great Britain; actual Maldives permission and route acceptance still need confirmation.
Documents and permits
Cat · Separate cargo service
Obtain the actual import permit from the Maldives veterinary authority before dispatch. Enter its number on the 8919 certificate and check every permit-specific condition. An application form or active British certificate listing is not an issued permit or advance admission approval.
Selected healthy adult privately owned cats from England, Scotland or Wales, with no sale/ownership transfer, using certificate 8919 and only an independent air-cargo route expressly accepted by Maldives and the carrier. This is a deliberately limited collection scope, not a legal statement that cargo is the only permitted mode. The current APHA entry is active; the EHC was agreed 6 October 2025 and its notes cleared 29 September 2025. Actual import permission, applicant eligibility, destination premises, port and route must be confirmed before booking. Dogs remain unresolved: CAA AT 01/2024 Issue 01 has permit wording in 3.1.3 but also a strict-prohibition announcement; this does not establish a tourist dog-permit pathway. The ministry form is dated 18 January 2026 internally and its current detail page 21 January. Northern Ireland, other origins, young cats, cabin/checked carriage and commercial movement are not supplied as confirmed pathways. Unlisted chip/titer/quarantine conditions are unknown, not exemptions.
The permit application requires a copy of the pet passport or vaccination card clearly showing rabies, feline calicivirus, feline viral rhinotracheitis and feline panleukopenia vaccination. The ministry form also requests original pet-related documents. Use attachments for your actual applicant category; company registration and pet-shop sales permission are not universal owner requirements. Foreign individual identity eligibility remains to be confirmed.
Selected healthy adult privately owned cats from England, Scotland or Wales, with no sale/ownership transfer, using certificate 8919 and only an independent air-cargo route expressly accepted by Maldives and the carrier. This is a deliberately limited collection scope, not a legal statement that cargo is the only permitted mode. The current APHA entry is active; the EHC was agreed 6 October 2025 and its notes cleared 29 September 2025. Actual import permission, applicant eligibility, destination premises, port and route must be confirmed before booking. Dogs remain unresolved: CAA AT 01/2024 Issue 01 has permit wording in 3.1.3 but also a strict-prohibition announcement; this does not establish a tourist dog-permit pathway. The ministry form is dated 18 January 2026 internally and its current detail page 21 January. Northern Ireland, other origins, young cats, cabin/checked carriage and commercial movement are not supplied as confirmed pathways. Unlisted chip/titer/quarantine conditions are unknown, not exemptions.
For England, Scotland or Wales apply for the current 8919 EHC through APHA’s online service and obtain the actual certificate completed, signed and stamped by an appropriately authorized official veterinarian. The downloadable specimen is marked application only, not to be certified; downloading or filling it does not produce an issued health certificate.
Selected healthy adult privately owned cats from England, Scotland or Wales, with no sale/ownership transfer, using certificate 8919 and only an independent air-cargo route expressly accepted by Maldives and the carrier. This is a deliberately limited collection scope, not a legal statement that cargo is the only permitted mode. The current APHA entry is active; the EHC was agreed 6 October 2025 and its notes cleared 29 September 2025. Actual import permission, applicant eligibility, destination premises, port and route must be confirmed before booking. Dogs remain unresolved: CAA AT 01/2024 Issue 01 has permit wording in 3.1.3 but also a strict-prohibition announcement; this does not establish a tourist dog-permit pathway. The ministry form is dated 18 January 2026 internally and its current detail page 21 January. Northern Ireland, other origins, young cats, cabin/checked carriage and commercial movement are not supplied as confirmed pathways. Unlisted chip/titer/quarantine conditions are unknown, not exemptions.
The cat must be examined within 72 hours before dispatch/export and found without clinical signs of infectious or contagious disease or signs of deformity. This window runs back from dispatch, not arrival or import-permit issuance.
Selected healthy adult privately owned cats from England, Scotland or Wales, with no sale/ownership transfer, using certificate 8919 and only an independent air-cargo route expressly accepted by Maldives and the carrier. This is a deliberately limited collection scope, not a legal statement that cargo is the only permitted mode. The current APHA entry is active; the EHC was agreed 6 October 2025 and its notes cleared 29 September 2025. Actual import permission, applicant eligibility, destination premises, port and route must be confirmed before booking. Dogs remain unresolved: CAA AT 01/2024 Issue 01 has permit wording in 3.1.3 but also a strict-prohibition announcement; this does not establish a tourist dog-permit pathway. The ministry form is dated 18 January 2026 internally and its current detail page 21 January. Northern Ireland, other origins, young cats, cabin/checked carriage and commercial movement are not supplied as confirmed pathways. Unlisted chip/titer/quarantine conditions are unknown, not exemptions.
The official veterinarian certifies clinical freedom from rabies, feline leukaemia virus, feline immunodeficiency virus, Chlamydophila, Bordetella, feline infectious peritonitis, Mycoplasma and ringworm under III(b). The certificate does not prescribe a separate laboratory test for each listed disease; additional tests may follow the actual permit or veterinary decision.
Selected healthy adult privately owned cats from England, Scotland or Wales, with no sale/ownership transfer, using certificate 8919 and only an independent air-cargo route expressly accepted by Maldives and the carrier. This is a deliberately limited collection scope, not a legal statement that cargo is the only permitted mode. The current APHA entry is active; the EHC was agreed 6 October 2025 and its notes cleared 29 September 2025. Actual import permission, applicant eligibility, destination premises, port and route must be confirmed before booking. Dogs remain unresolved: CAA AT 01/2024 Issue 01 has permit wording in 3.1.3 but also a strict-prohibition announcement; this does not establish a tourist dog-permit pathway. The ministry form is dated 18 January 2026 internally and its current detail page 21 January. Northern Ireland, other origins, young cats, cabin/checked carriage and commercial movement are not supplied as confirmed pathways. Unlisted chip/titer/quarantine conditions are unknown, not exemptions.
Use a licensed feline rabies vaccine no less than 30 days and no more than 12 months before the proposed export date. Record product, batch, expiry and vaccination dates in the EHC, including both dates for a primary course where required, and attach a copy of the rabies vaccination certificate. This is an export-date window; a longer manufacturer licence does not automatically extend the 12-month limit.
Selected healthy adult privately owned cats from England, Scotland or Wales, with no sale/ownership transfer, using certificate 8919 and only an independent air-cargo route expressly accepted by Maldives and the carrier. This is a deliberately limited collection scope, not a legal statement that cargo is the only permitted mode. The current APHA entry is active; the EHC was agreed 6 October 2025 and its notes cleared 29 September 2025. Actual import permission, applicant eligibility, destination premises, port and route must be confirmed before booking. Dogs remain unresolved: CAA AT 01/2024 Issue 01 has permit wording in 3.1.3 but also a strict-prohibition announcement; this does not establish a tourist dog-permit pathway. The ministry form is dated 18 January 2026 internally and its current detail page 21 January. Northern Ireland, other origins, young cats, cabin/checked carriage and commercial movement are not supplied as confirmed pathways. Unlisted chip/titer/quarantine conditions are unknown, not exemptions.
Before dispatch complete vaccination against feline calicivirus, feline viral rhinotracheitis and feline panleukopenia using licensed products according to the manufacturer. Complete the primary course and any necessary boosters; the official veterinarian records products, batches, expiry and vaccination dates in the EHC. No single additional waiting period is stated for all three vaccines.
Selected healthy adult privately owned cats from England, Scotland or Wales, with no sale/ownership transfer, using certificate 8919 and only an independent air-cargo route expressly accepted by Maldives and the carrier. This is a deliberately limited collection scope, not a legal statement that cargo is the only permitted mode. The current APHA entry is active; the EHC was agreed 6 October 2025 and its notes cleared 29 September 2025. Actual import permission, applicant eligibility, destination premises, port and route must be confirmed before booking. Dogs remain unresolved: CAA AT 01/2024 Issue 01 has permit wording in 3.1.3 but also a strict-prohibition announcement; this does not establish a tourist dog-permit pathway. The ministry form is dated 18 January 2026 internally and its current detail page 21 January. Northern Ireland, other origins, young cats, cabin/checked carriage and commercial movement are not supplied as confirmed pathways. Unlisted chip/titer/quarantine conditions are unknown, not exemptions.
Treat both internal and external parasites no less than 14 days and no more than one month before expected arrival. The official veterinarian records product, batch, expiry and treatment date. This means at least 14 days in advance, not within 14 days; preserve one month rather than replace it with a fixed 30-day limit.
Selected healthy adult privately owned cats from England, Scotland or Wales, with no sale/ownership transfer, using certificate 8919 and only an independent air-cargo route expressly accepted by Maldives and the carrier. This is a deliberately limited collection scope, not a legal statement that cargo is the only permitted mode. The current APHA entry is active; the EHC was agreed 6 October 2025 and its notes cleared 29 September 2025. Actual import permission, applicant eligibility, destination premises, port and route must be confirmed before booking. Dogs remain unresolved: CAA AT 01/2024 Issue 01 has permit wording in 3.1.3 but also a strict-prohibition announcement; this does not establish a tourist dog-permit pathway. The ministry form is dated 18 January 2026 internally and its current detail page 21 January. Northern Ireland, other origins, young cats, cabin/checked carriage and commercial movement are not supplied as confirmed pathways. Unlisted chip/titer/quarantine conditions are unknown, not exemptions.
The 8919 EHC is valid for ten days from the date of signature under IV. Plan dispatch and arrival within the applicable certificate and permit conditions; neither the examination date nor permit-issuance date starts this ten-day certificate period.
Selected healthy adult privately owned cats from England, Scotland or Wales, with no sale/ownership transfer, using certificate 8919 and only an independent air-cargo route expressly accepted by Maldives and the carrier. This is a deliberately limited collection scope, not a legal statement that cargo is the only permitted mode. The current APHA entry is active; the EHC was agreed 6 October 2025 and its notes cleared 29 September 2025. Actual import permission, applicant eligibility, destination premises, port and route must be confirmed before booking. Dogs remain unresolved: CAA AT 01/2024 Issue 01 has permit wording in 3.1.3 but also a strict-prohibition announcement; this does not establish a tourist dog-permit pathway. The ministry form is dated 18 January 2026 internally and its current detail page 21 January. Northern Ireland, other origins, young cats, cabin/checked carriage and commercial movement are not supplied as confirmed pathways. Unlisted chip/titer/quarantine conditions are unknown, not exemptions.
For this selected air-cargo route submit to the designated arrival-port quarantine officer a copy of the commercial invoice approved by Maldives Customs and a copy of the air waybill when clearing the cat. The guidance also mentions a bill of lading for sea transport, outside this selected air scope. These cargo documents do not establish cabin/checked acceptance or a fixed quarantine duration.
Selected healthy adult privately owned cats from England, Scotland or Wales, with no sale/ownership transfer, using certificate 8919 and only an independent air-cargo route expressly accepted by Maldives and the carrier. This is a deliberately limited collection scope, not a legal statement that cargo is the only permitted mode. The current APHA entry is active; the EHC was agreed 6 October 2025 and its notes cleared 29 September 2025. Actual import permission, applicant eligibility, destination premises, port and route must be confirmed before booking. Dogs remain unresolved: CAA AT 01/2024 Issue 01 has permit wording in 3.1.3 but also a strict-prohibition announcement; this does not establish a tourist dog-permit pathway. The ministry form is dated 18 January 2026 internally and its current detail page 21 January. Northern Ireland, other origins, young cats, cabin/checked carriage and commercial movement are not supplied as confirmed pathways. Unlisted chip/titer/quarantine conditions are unknown, not exemptions.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Rules depend on the route, animal and operating carrier. Confirm your own journey with the relevant authority and airline.
Applicable conditions
Before booking confirm the actual species/origin/mode approval, applicant identity eligibility, accepted port and premises, import-permit additions and any quarantine/chip/titer conditions. Check permission and any additional health documents for each transit country; if the permit differs from 8919 contact APHA. The supplied certificate conditions cover selected adult cats from Great Britain only; they do not confirm dogs, other origins, Northern Ireland or cabin/checked routes. The dog permit/prohibition wording in the CAA circular remains unresolved and the application form is not approval.
Actual approval and unsupplied branches require individual confirmation.
