Pet Travel: Moving Dogs and Cats Between the UK, EU and Bahrain

Transporting your dog or cat from the UK to Bahrain requires careful adherence to strict import and health documentation protocols.

• Microchip: Your pet must be fitted with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant 15-digit microchip before receiving any rabies vaccinations.
• Rabies vaccination: A valid rabies vaccination is mandatory, and pets must wait at least 21 days after the primary vaccination before travel.
• Import permit: You must obtain an official import permit from the Bahrain Animal Wealth Directorate prior to your pet's departure from the UK.
• Health certificate: An official export health certificate must be completed and endorsed by an official veterinarian before your pet can travel.
• Age requirement: All dogs and cats must be at least four months old to be eligible for entry into the Kingdom of Bahrain.
• Arrival checks: Upon arrival, your pet's documentation will be inspected by customs and veterinary authorities to ensure full compliance with import regulations.
• Professional advice: Regulations are subject to change, so always confirm the latest requirements with your veterinarian and the relevant Bahraini authorities before travel.

Bringing your dog or cat from Bahrain into Great Britain involves meeting specific health standards to ensure a smooth entry process.

• Microchip: Your pet must be identified with a compliant microchip that was implanted before any rabies vaccination was administered.
• Rabies vaccination: A valid rabies vaccination is required, and it must be administered after the microchip has been successfully implanted.
• Travel document: You must provide a Great Britain pet health certificate signed and stamped by an official veterinarian for your pet's entry.
• Rabies blood test: As Bahrain is not a listed country, a rabies antibody titer test is required, followed by a three-month waiting period before travel.
• Tapeworm treatment: Dogs must receive an approved tapeworm treatment administered by a vet between 24 and 120 hours before their scheduled arrival time.
• Quarantine: Pets that meet all health and documentation requirements are not subject to quarantine upon their arrival in Great Britain.
• Professional advice: Rules change frequently, so please confirm all current requirements with your veterinarian and the official UK government authorities before booking travel.

Travelling with your dog or cat from the EU to Bahrain requires following specific export procedures for non-EU destination countries.

• Microchip: Ensure your pet is microchipped with an ISO-compliant device before any vaccinations are administered to meet Bahraini entry standards.
• Export health certificate: You must obtain an official export health certificate issued by an authorised veterinarian in your country of departure.
• Import permit: An import permit must be secured from the Bahrain Animal Wealth Directorate before your pet begins its journey from the EU.
• Rabies titer test: A passing rabies antibody titer test is mandatory for entry into Bahrain, regardless of the pet's country of origin.
• Vaccination records: Provide documented proof of core vaccinations, ensuring they are current and meet the specific requirements set by Bahraini authorities.
• Carrier rules: Always check with your chosen airline or transport provider regarding their specific policies for pet travel and crate requirements.
• Professional advice: Regulations are subject to change, so always confirm the latest requirements with your veterinarian and the relevant Bahraini authorities before travel.