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01 aug
2026

Guide to Veterinary Support and Medical Clearance of Certificates of Travel and Import of Cats, Dogs and Pets in Egypt (2026)

Veterinary Support and Medical Clearance Guide for Pet Travel and Import Certificates in Egypt (2026)

Medical care and approved veterinary support is the main pillar and the first condition for accepting the travel and transportation of cats and dogs between the Arab Republic of Egypt and all countries of the world. Veterinary transactions are not just formalities, they are vital protocols overseen by sovereign bodies such asGeneral Authority for Veterinary Services, ministries of agriculture of receiving countries, and global health authorities.

In this comprehensive reference guide fromAlfares PetsWe review the medical and regulatory services provided by our veterinary clinics dedicated to preparing pets for international travel, starting from the implantation of electronic chips and the issuance of government permits, until the final approval of the veterinary quarantine offices at the airports of Egypt and the receiving countries.

Table of Contents

1. Veterinary support system and preparation in the private clinic of Alfares Pets

FeaturingAlfares PetsBy owning a specialized veterinary clinic that is fully equipped and officially licensed to provide field and medical care services directed to the purposes of international travel. Our elite veterinarians apply the following diagnostic protocols:

  • Microchip implantation:Implanting the internationally approved electronic chip accurately under the skin with ISO 11784/11785 specifications and documenting the 15-digit electronic serial number.
  • Rabies Immunization and Combined Vaccines:Vaccinate the pet with original valid vaccines (quadruple for cats and octet for dogs) and affix the manufacturer's label and expiration dates withinInternational Pet Passporthealth.
  • Preventive Parasite Treatments:Treating the pet against intestinal and dermal parasites (tapeworm and Praziquantel antagonists) and documenting the date and hour of the dose per minute for inspectors.

2. Obtaining government health certificates and documentation with the eagle seal

To secure the passage of the pet through the air and sea ports, our administrative and executive team shall finalize the sovereign transactions and issue the following official certificates:

  1. Approved Government Health Certificate:Apparent examination of the pet and issuance of the official medical certificate by doctorsCairo International Airport Veterinary Quarantineor the General Authority for Veterinary Services, stamped with the official eagle seal in Arabic and English.
  2. EU Health Certificate:Accurate processing and filling out the form intended for EU countries and the UK and documenting it sovereignly on official dates.
  3. Epidemic Disease Free Certificates:Issuance of clinical examination documents issued 24 to 48 hours maximum prior to travel to ensure full compliance with ports of arrival.

3. Veterinary Import Permits and Sovereign Permits of States

Many countries require that import permits and digital entry permits be obtained in advance before an aircraft can be boarded. Our consultants shall finalize and issue all official sovereign permits, including:

  • Arabic Platform Permits:Obtaining the electronic import permit through * * Nama Platform * * for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the permission of * * the General Authority of Agriculture in Al-Rabia * * for the State of Kuwait, the permits of * * Tharwa Platform * * for the Sultanate of Oman, and the permits of the Ministries of Environment of the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Bahrain.
  • Permits of American and Asian bodies:Submit and obtain * *CDC Dog Import Permit* * for the United States of America, * * AFCD ** Permits for Hong Kong, * *MAFF * * Permits * for Japan, and* *CFIA* * for Canada.
  • Mandatory Quarantine Permissions:Completion of reservations for sovereign veterinary isolation facilities, such as the * * Mickleham** Stone in Australia, and the Kuala Lumpur Stone in Malaysia.

4. Laboratory Tests and Titer Test

Our veterinary clinic oversees the management and analysis of officially approved laboratory samples, specificallyRabies Titer Test:

Our doctors take the venous blood sample inside the clinic according to scientific principles, separate the serum and send it immediately with approved cold cases to * * Animal Health Research Institute in Dokki* * (the Egyptian government laboratory internationally accredited to the European Union and all international customs authorities). We continue to issue the approved laboratory report with an efficiency ratio exceeding 0.5 IU/ml and officially deliver it to the owner.

5. Full regional and international coverage of all countries of the world

Veterinary support and documentary clearance for * * Alfares Pets * * extends to cover all geographical destinations and countries without exception, according to the requirements of each country:

First: The Arab Gulf States and the Middle East

We provide medical configuration and import permissions for:Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates (Dubai/Abu Dhabi), State of Kuwait, State of Qatar, Sultanate of Oman, Kingdom of Bahrain, Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, State of Libya, and Republic of Iraq.To review the Gulf Terms, please readGuide for shipping and receiving animals between Egypt and the Gulf countrieshealth.

Second: EU countries and the United Kingdom

We issue European certificates and rabies analyses for:United Kingdom (England), Federal Republic of Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Greece, Austria, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Portugal.To follow the European arrangements, seeGuide to Shipping Pets to Europehealth.

Third: The countries of the Americas and the countries of Oceania

Finalize Veterinary Credential files for:USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Brazil.Please readAnimal Shipping Guide for America and Canadahealth.

Fourth: The countries of Asia, Africa and Russia

We extract the official papers of:People's Republic of China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Russian Federation, Turkey, and the Kingdom of Morocco.To review Asian details, browseGuide to Shipping Animals to Asian Countrieshealth.

6. Frequently Asked Questions on Veterinary Clearance and Travel Certificates in Egypt

Does the company's clinic provide price analysis sampling and processing service?

Yes, our doctors in the clinic take the blood sample, separate the serum, send it and follow up with the Animal Health Research Institute in Dokki, which is officially approved until receiving the final result and documenting it.

How long does it take to obtain a government health certificate from Cairo Airport?

The apparent clinical examination and the issuance of the official health certificate stamped with the eagle seal from the veterinary quarantine at Cairo Airport shall be carried out only 24 to 48 hours before the date of air travel.

Can the company extract import permits for Gulf and foreign countries?

Yes, our administrative team is responsible for submitting and communicating with the ministries of agriculture and veterinary authorities in the destination country to issue electronic import permits (such as the Nama platform in Saudi Arabia, the permission of the Kuwait Agriculture Authority, and the CDC permits for America) and attaching them to the travel file.

Abstract and Role of Alfares Pets Veterinary Clinic

Documenting medical transactions and issuing veterinary travel certificates and import permits in an official and accurate manner is the real key to ensuring that your pet passes safely through all international airports and ports. Absence of a sovereign seal, or a simple error in the dates of the immunization book may cause the shipment to be rejected in full or the pet to be held in quarantine.

(Severide) We're in.Alfares PetsWe combine field medical expertise through our specialized veterinary clinic with administrative and logistical professionalism. Our medical team implants electronic chips, conducts tests and analyzes, extracts international import permits, and certifies all certificates from the Egyptian veterinary quarantine to provide a 100% safe and comfortable travel and reception for your family with the highest levels of compliance and dignity. Get in touch with us now to book your Alefik fitting clinic appointment.

Contact Alfares Pets Veterinary Clinic and Consultants

To book an appointment at the clinic to prepare your home or request technical advice about certificates and import permits for any country in the world, we are happy to communicate directly with us:

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