Once you make your decision to take that new job, transfer or get PCS orders, the planning to move your family pets begin.  Dependent on the country of destination, requirements will vary for your pet to join you, so it is a good idea to start this process as soon as possible to prevent any delays in preferred departure date.  Contacting World Pet Travel to request an estimate for moving your pets to this new country is the best first step. A travel plan tailored to your needs will be supplied to give you an idea of the cost involved as well as available routing. This estimate will also include airfare and all airline fees from departure airport to your destination airport.  All countries require custom clearance any live animals arriving as manifest cargo. This process can take 4-6 hours dependent on your arrival country.  Unless you are fluent in the language of your new home or have friends/family that have been through this process before we STRONGLY recommend allowing World Pet Travel to assist with this procedure to limit the time your pet is left waiting.   A transportation kennel will be required to secure your beloved pet during its journey to their new home.  This travel kennel must be IATA compliant for acceptance by any airline. IATA is the International Air Transportation Association that dictates what is accepted by airlines for pet transportation as well as anything else airlines.  Bedding for that travel kennel that smells like home along with bowls for food and water that are accessible from the outside are required for transport.  No toys or leashes are permitted in the kennel for the safety of your pet. Airlines only allow the basics for your pet in their kennel to prevent any danger of choking during transit for Nervous Nelly. The majority of countries now require microchips for identification and matching of health records to the pet. Current rabies and normal annual vaccinations are recommended and required for most countries, so it is a good idea to keep vaccinations current at all times so there is no catchup or delays due to vaccines not being up to date.  Any pet traveling by air or ground must have a health certificate within 10 days of transport. Each country has their own form of International Health Certificate.  World Pet Travel is able to direct your veterinarian on the requirements for this document for your specific country. For international travel a USDA accredited veterinarian is required for completion of the proper health certificate. There is also a requirement for the largest majority of countries that this health certificate must be endorsed by the USDA at the federal level. Dependent on your country, there may be a requirement for the owner to fly within days of their pet or the shipment becomes commercial. This changes the process and timeline that the certificate is completed. It is important to let your pet consultant know your plans so they can best prepare your little one’s documents accordingly.  Our goal with every relocation is to be Reliable, Respected and Recognized as the leader in our industry for the best care of your family pets. World Pet Travel has transported family pets for over 23 years now, so it is safe to say they have the answers to your questions on what is needed for travel to your particular country.  Let us help you and your pets experience a stress free journey and the happiest reunion ever!

World Pet Travel - We Can Move Your Pets
It is not as easy as you may think to move your furry children to a new country or across country.

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