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South Africa offers a world of adventures for humans and their four-legged friends. It’s got everything from lush wine regions, safari parks, craggy cliffs, beaches and forests to bustling well-populated cities. As a nation of pet-lovers, there’s plenty of things to see and do with your dog in South Africa. 

South Africa has strict bio-import laws that mandate all dogs and cats imported into South Africa to be registered as manifest cargo only unless it is a certified service animal serving a disabled passenger. Dogs and cats can only disembark via the cargo terminal of via Johannesburg or Cape Town International Airports 

• Your pet must be microchipped with an ISO-compliant microchip prior to travel and will require an IATA crate for the journey.
• South Africa requires an application for import for entry with the Director of Animal Health. Following the completed Import Application form, a Veterinary Import Permit.
• Within 10 days of entry, a veterinary health certificate will be required by a licensed vet.
• The rabies vaccine must be administered at least 30 days and not more than 12 months prior to entering the country.
• Dogs must be tested by OIE-approved methods for the following diseases within 30 days of entering South Africa: Brucella canis, Trypanosoma evansi, Babesia gibsoni, Dirofilaria immitis and Leishmania.
• Upon arrival in South Africa, dogs will be subject to a minimum of 14 days of quarantine.
• Puppies and kittens under three months of age do not need to be vaccinated for rabies. 

As you start to prepare for your move, you may consider hiring professional assistance to help with your pet’s relocation. If you are planning on travelling to South Africa with your pet dog or cat, get a free quote here on our website by entering your travel and pet details. You can get in touch with us for a professional consultation by calling +91-9257123123 or write to us at [email protected]