Oman
Pet Travel Policy Information
Pet Travel Requirements for Oman
Pet Entry Requirements for Oman
Pet Microchip
Having your pet identified with a microchip is important when traveling internationally for several reasons. Firstly, a microchip will tie your pet to its documentation when entering a foreign country. Secondly, if, for any reason, your pet is separated from you during travel, the chances of reuniting with your pet significantly increase if you register your information in a microchip database. All pets entering Oman must be identified with a 15-digitwhich is compliant with International Standards Organization standard 11784 or Annex A of ISO standard 11785 prior to entering Oman. All documentation must reflect the microchip number. If your pet’s microchip is not ISO 11784/11785 compliant, importers can provide athat will read their pet’s microchip. Your veterinarian, a veterinary hospital or trained nurse should implant the microchip. Documentation should be provided as to the manufacturer of the microchip and registration instructions. If your pet does not have a registered microchip, make sure your pets are wearing tags that identify them and have contact information for the owner.
Vaccinations
All cats and dogs must be vaccinated for rabies between 30 days and 12 months prior to entering Oman. The administering veterinarian should record vaccination information, sign and stamp one of the following documents depending on veterinary practices in the country of origin: a rabies certificatea government-issued vaccination booklet oran EU Pet Passport
Rabies Titer (Serology) Test
A rabies titer test, also known as a rabies antibody test or rabies serology test, is a blood test that measures the level of rabies antibodies in your pet’s blood. The test will assess the effectiveness of a rabies vaccination or determine your pet’s immune response to the rabies virus. When required, a licensed veterinarian will administer the test more than 30 days after the most current rabies vaccination. All cats and dogs entering Oman from any country must have acceptable results from a rabies titer test. The test must be administered by a licensed veterinarian in the origin country a minimum of 3 months prior to entry. The test is valid for 12 months. Note that rabies titer test results or veterinary exemption letters are no substitution for proof of rabies vaccination.
Parasite Treatments
According to all preventative measures to ensure public health and the safety of your pet, treatments for internal and external parasites should be administered prior to entering Oman. Most of Oman is desert which can be a breeding ground for fleas. The treatment of pets for internal parasites, especially Echinococcus multilocularis, as well as external parasites (fleas and ticks) should be discussed with your veterinarian who will administer according to disease status of the origination country. These treatments are strongly recommended, but not required. The administering veterinarian can record these treatments on the health certificate or issue you a record of treatment.
Health Certificate
All countries worldwide require an original health certificate (sometimes known as a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection) for live animals entering their country. Oman is no exception to this pet import requirement. The certificate should include the following information: details of your pet andvaccinations and treatments andveterinary attestations regarding symptoms of contagious diseases at the time of export. Further, your veterinarian must certify that your pet is healthy enough to travel and is not from a region that is subject to rabies restrictions. The health certificate must properly identify your pet. Your veterinarian will include additional details and treatments on the certificate depending on the country of origin. A licensed veterinarian in the origination country must complete the health certificate within five days of entry. Related: A government veterinarian must either issue the certificate or endorse the certificate after issuance by a licensed veterinarian. This official represents the agency in the origination country that is responsible for the import and export of live animals.
Import Permit
Either the owner or an agent representing the owner obtain an import permit from the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries Animal Health Department. The permit must be applied for in person by an agent, the owner or a sponsor of the owner.
Complete all 6 steps to enter Oman with your pet
Requirements may change. Always verify with official sources before travel.
Is Quarantine Required for Pets in Oman?
Up to six months of quarantine may be imposed on your pet even if the following regulations are met. The length of quarantine imposed will depend on the origin country. Quarantine details will be returned with the import permit (step 6).
What Additional Information Do I Need for Oman?
- Other Information:
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- Entering Oman by Air:
Pets must enter Oman via Muscat International Airport. Pets can enter in the cabin, as checked baggage or air cargo. Depending on the country your pet is entering Oman from, up to 6 months of quarantine may be required. Importers will be notified of this requirement when the import permit is returned. Related:Is your pet’s crate IATA-compliant? Flights to Oman should be direct or transit through arabies-controlled countryor another EU Member State if possible*. *Note: If your pet has a layover in an EU Member State in its itinerary, then additional requirements will apply. Flights should be direct if the duration of the flight does not violate animal welfare laws. Layovers should be short and not involve a change in airline companies. If your pet’s itinerary involves a layover in the European Union, then additional requirements will apply. Importers or their agents will need to provide advance notice to veterinary officials at the airport so they will be available to inspect your pet and its passport documentation upon landing. This is especially important if your pet will be arriving outside of normal business hours. If you arrive at night, on a holiday, or on a weekend, you pet will be put in quarantine until an inspection can be performed.
- What is a Pet Passport?:
We refer to a pet passport as a collection of documents that address Oman pet import requirements for dogs or cats entering the country.This term is not to be confused with an official EU Pet Passport issued in the European Union for resident pets. Your pet’s passport will include proof of microchip (recommended), rabies vaccination, import permit, rabies titer test and international export health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian in the origination country.
- Find a Licensed Veterinarian:
Before beginning any pet export procedure, make sure your veterinarian is approved by the governing veterinarian authority in your pet’s country of origin. The agency of the government that is responsible for the movement of live animals should either license or employ your veterinarian.
- Oman Pet Import Requirements:
All steps required to conform to regulations to import a dog or cat to Oman must be completed in the origination country. Complete steps 1-6 in the order given.
- Breeds Banned from Import to Oman:
The following dog breeds and their mixes are not permitted import to Oman: Pit Bull Terriers, Staffordshire Terriers, American Bully, Mastiffs, Fila Brasileiro, Dogo Argentino, Japanese Tosa, Boxers (all breeds), Doberman Pinschers, Rottweilers, Canario Presa, Boerboels, Caucasian Shepherds, Great Danes, Anatolian Karabash.
- Quarantine for Pets Entering Oman:
Up to six months of quarantine may be imposed on your pet even if the following regulations are met. The length of quarantine imposed will depend on the origin country. Quarantine details will be returned with the import permit (step 6).
- Importing Other Pet Animals to Oman:
Birds, invertebrates, tropical fish, reptiles, amphibia, mammals such as rodents and rabbits are not subject to requirements of rabies vaccination but may have to meet other requirements and should have a health certificate to enter Oman. Pet owners are strongly advised to seek further information from the relevant authority of their country and/or that of the country of destination.
- Importing Puppies and Kittens to Oman:
Puppies and kittens under four months of age are not permitted to enter Oman. Pets should be vaccinated for rabies no sooner than three months of age and wait for 30 days before having a rabies titer test (step 3). Related: More information ontransporting a puppy
- Animals Eligible for These Regulations:
Unless otherwise stated, the regulations below apply to domestic dogs and cats including service and assistance dogs and cats. These regulations do not include the import of Wolf hybrids, Savannah and Bengal cats, unless 5th generation removed from the pedigree. Note: We do not recommend importing a pet to Oman without the services of a local agent to assist you with the process at customs clearance. Oman is not a very pet-friendly country.
- Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES):
The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) prohibits the trade of some species of animals, including pets. This is crucial if you have a pet that isn’t a dog or cat, and it’s crucial if it’s a turtle or a parrot. If this is the case, importers will have to submit additional permit applications. The agency that issues these permits is responsible for the protection of wildlife in your country. Over 180 countries participate in and enforce CITES regulations. Related:Search the CITES databaseorSearch the Species+ database Related:Read more about CITES
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Traveler Tips & Experiences
Emily Parker
February 12, 2025
I visited Oman last year with my French Bulldog and found the process straightforward and well-documented.
Michael Chen
January 3, 2025
Air travel to Oman was a breeze and my cat had no issues. Highly recommend booking early!