Pet Travel
Pet Relocation Estimator
Calculate costs and requirements for bringing your pet to or from Saudi Arabia. Get a complete checklist and timeline.
Pet Estimator
Plan your pet's journey
Some breeds are banned
Cabin eligible: Under 8kg including carrier
Some breeds are banned in Saudi Arabia
Full-service pet relocation
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Dog - Small (under 5 kg)
Cabin Eligible
Importing
DIY Cost
1,150 - 2,600 SAR
With Service
3,600 - 8,100 SAR
Requirements
Documents and preparations needed
ISO Microchip
Must be implanted before rabies vaccination
200 SAR
Rabies Vaccination
At least 21 days before travel, max 1 year
Validity: At least 21 days before travel, max 1 year
150 SAR
Health Certificate
Issued within 10 days of travel
Validity: Issued within 10 days of travel
300 SAR
MEWA Import Permit
Apply via mewa.gov.sa
Validity: 30-90 days
100 SAR
Cost Breakdown
DIY Approach
Microchip150 - 250 SAR
Vaccinations200 - 400 SAR
Health Certificate200 - 400 SAR
Import Permit100 - 150 SAR
Airline Fee (Cabin)300 - 600 SAR
Pet Carrier200 - 800 SAR
Professional Service
Relocation Service Fee2,500 - 6,000 SAR
Documentation Assistance500 - 1,000 SAR
Airline + Handling600 - 1,100 SAR
Preparation Timeline
1
Microchip implantation (if not done)
Day 1
2
Rabies vaccination (must be 21+ days before travel)
At least 21 days before
3
Apply for MEWA import permit
2-3 weeks before
4
Veterinary health check & certificate
Within 10 days of travel
5
Book airline pet transport
1-2 weeks before
6
Travel with pet
Travel day
7
Inspection at Saudi airport
Arrival
Banned Dog Breeds
These breeds cannot be imported to Saudi Arabia
Pit Bull Terrier
American Pit Bull
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Rottweiler
Doberman Pinscher
Mastiff (all types)
Wolf hybrids
Presa Canario
Dogo Argentino
Fila Brasileiro
Japanese Tosa
Tips
- • Ensure rabies vaccination is at least 21 days old but less than 1 year.
- • Start the process at least 4-6 weeks before your travel date.
- • Acclimate your pet to the carrier weeks before travel to reduce stress.