Pet Transport to Indonesia: Moving Your Dogs and Cats Safely

Planning your pet's journey from the UK to Indonesia requires careful preparation to meet strict import regulations for dogs and cats.

• Microchip: An ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip must be implanted before your pet receives their rabies vaccination.
• Rabies vaccination: A valid rabies vaccination must be administered at least 30 days prior to your scheduled date of travel.
• Import permit: You must obtain an official import permit from the Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture before your pet arrives in the country.
• Health certificate: An official export health certificate must be issued by the government veterinary authority in the UK before departure.
• Additional vaccinations: Your pet must have a complete, up-to-date vaccination schedule appropriate for their species and age.
• Arrival checks: Upon arrival, your pet will undergo inspection by Indonesian quarantine authorities to verify all documentation and health status.
• Regulations change: Rules are subject to change and should be confirmed with your vet and the official authorities on both sides.

Bringing your dog or cat from Indonesia to Great Britain involves specific health protocols to ensure entry without quarantine.

• Microchip: Your pet must be microchipped before or at the same time as their rabies vaccination to ensure proper identification.
• Rabies vaccination: A valid rabies vaccination is required, and since Indonesia is not a listed country, a blood titre test is mandatory.
• Blood test: A rabies antibody blood test must be taken at least 30 days after vaccination, followed by a three-month waiting period.
• Travel document: Your pet must travel with an official veterinary health certificate endorsed by the relevant Indonesian government authority.
• Tapeworm treatment: Dogs must receive an approved tapeworm treatment administered by a vet between 24 and 120 hours before their scheduled arrival.
• Quarantine: A compliant pet that meets all health and documentation requirements will not be subject to quarantine upon arrival in Britain.
• Regulations change: Rules are subject to change and should be confirmed with your vet and the official authorities on both sides.

Travelling from the EU to Indonesia requires following specific export procedures as Indonesia is not part of the EU scheme.

• Export health certificate: You must obtain an official EU export health certificate issued by an authorised veterinarian for your pet's journey.
• Import permit: An import permit issued by the Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture is mandatory for all pets entering the country.
• Microchip: Your pet must be identified with an ISO-compliant microchip before any vaccinations or health checks are performed.
• Rabies vaccination: A valid rabies vaccination must be administered at least 30 days before your pet is scheduled to enter Indonesia.
• Health requirements: Ensure your pet meets all specific health tests and vaccination schedules required by Indonesian authorities for imported animals.
• Carrier rules: Always check with your chosen transport carrier regarding their specific requirements for pet travel and crate standards.
• Regulations change: Rules are subject to change and should be confirmed with your vet and the official authorities on both sides.