What documents do I need to bring my pet to the UAE?

To bring your pet to the UAE, you’ll need a few specific documents, including a valid pet passport, vaccination records, and an import permit from the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE). As someone who moved to Dubai in 2022 with my cat, I found that applying for the import permit takes about 5-7 working days and costs around 300 AED. Pro tip: Make sure your pet's rabies vaccination is administered at least 21 days before travel but not older than 12 months for it to be valid!