Pet Shipping - Pet Import Requirements in Bahrain

Pet Import Requirements in Bahrain

The following criteria must be met in order to bring a domestic pet into Bahrain:

1. Dogs must have the following vaccinations:
- Rabies
- Canine distemper
- Parvo
- Hepatitis
- Leptospira

2. Puppies younger than two months must have all of the above vaccinations; additionally, they must be revaccinated two to four weeks later and prior to shipment.

3. Cats must have the rabies and tri-cat vaccines. Kittens younger than two months must have all of the above vaccinations; additionally, they must be revaccinated two to four weeks later and prior to shipment.

4. The most recent vaccination must have been administered not less than one month but not more than six months before the pet’s arrival in Bahrain.

5. All vaccinations must be recorded in a vaccination booklet.

6. All pets must be kept in secure and comfortable cages or boxes clearly labeled with the owner’s name and address.

7. Any failure on the part of the owner to follow these steps will result in his/her sole responsibility for the pet’s health.

8. To obtain an import permit, the owner must complete and sign the attached request form and send it to the Veterinary Quarantine Division in Bahrain.

9. Please have the completed request form and your pet’s vaccination/health certificate with you upon arrival in Bahrain.

10. All dogs and cats imported from the United States and Canada will be quarantined for up to 30 days even if they have the necessary vaccinations.