undergo processShipping pets from Egypt to America and CanadaUnder strict regulatory and inspection oversight by sovereign health and environmental agencies, specifically the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). Since Egypt is biologically classified as a high-risk country for rabies, travel for dogs and cats to North America requires special timing and medical arrangements to avoid entry bans or returning the pet on the same plane.
In this comprehensive logistical guide from Alfares Pets, we detail the modern laws and requirements required to enter the USA and Canadian provinces, from import permits to clearance procedures at arrival airports (such as JFK in New York or Pearson in Toronto).
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) applies strict regulations on the entry of dogs coming from countries with a high risk of rabies, such as the Arab Republic of Egypt.
The updated protocol stipulates that the dog or cat must be no less than 6 months old upon arrival, and must have a documented electronic chip, in addition to filling out the designated **CDC Dog Import Form** electronic form before traveling through the airport. Live shipments are also required to arrive through officially approved air ports equipped with safe veterinary inspection facilities (CDC-Registered Animal Care Facilities).
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and the Canadian Border Police (CBSA) set clear criteria for entry of pets whether accompanied by the owner or shipped as independent cargo (Manifest Cargo):
Customs authorities at US and Canadian airports check the “chronological order” documented withInternational pet passportThe following steps must be strictly adhered to:
To ensure direct customs release without the need to isolate the animal in costly US quarantine, a procedure must be conductedRabies antibody titer testAccording to the following conditions:
24 to 48 hours before the flight, our team will take the animal through a virtual medical examination in our office.Veterinary quarantine at Cairo International Airport.
An approved government health certificate stamped with the eagle seal is issued in English, to be the official document issued by the Arab Republic of Egypt and attached to the air waybill on carrier lines (such as EgyptAir, Lufthansa, or Air Canada). To review the calculation of logistics costs for flights, visitPrice guide for shipping animals from Egypt abroad.
No, if all official papers have been completed in advance (microchip, valid rabies vaccination, CDC permit, and approved health certificate), the animal will be immediately released in the arrival hall without the need for it to enter the quarantine stations.
All airlines adhere to strict IATA LAR standards; The box made of reinforced plastic or wood must be equipped with ventilation holes on 4 sides, with sufficient space to allow the pet to stand and turn around completely freely without its head touching the roof of the box.
Yes, of course. We provide the Manifest Cargo service, where an international air waybill is issued with an independent tracking number, and our representatives complete take-off procedures at Cairo Airport for the official recipient to receive it at the arrival airport.
Organizing a safe shipping journey for your pet across the Atlantic Ocean to America or Canada requires utmost precision and comprehensive knowledge of constant updates from health and customs authorities. The absence of a single electronic form or a slight difference in the electronic chip code may disrupt travel or cause administrative crises at arrival airports.
We are inAlfares PetsWe put our extensive logistical and medical experience at your service; Our team coordinates the collection of fare analysis samples, extracts CDC electronic forms and permits, reviews immunization records, and clears quarantine transactions at Cairo Airport, while reserving fully air-conditioned and equipped spaces on major airlines to ensure the highest levels of safety and commercial compliance for the Alefiq flight. Contact us now to arrange your travel package for America and Canada.
To request a detailed quote or inquire about updated conditions for shipping your pets to the United States of America or Canada, we are happy for you to contact us directly:
