Animals · Checked 2026-10-03
Bring a dog or cat into Mauritius
Mauritius is rabies-free, so pets need an import permit, tests and quarantine.
| Who can apply | Anyone importing a dog or cat. |
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| Authority | Veterinary Services |
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| Online | Not confirmed |
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| How long it takes | Plan 3-6 months |
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| Valid for | - |
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Fees
| Permit and quarantine | Not confirmed: ask Veterinary Services |
Documents to bring
- Import permit (apply 3-6 months ahead)
- Microchip
- Rabies vaccination and rabies antibody (titre) test result
- Health certificate from the exporting country
Steps
- Contact Veterinary Services and apply for an import permit.
- Microchip, vaccinate and do the rabies titre test.
- Book quarantine at Réduit (minimum 5 days reported).
- Ship the pet as cargo (not in the cabin).
- Collect after quarantine.
Where to go
- Veterinary Services Division
Réduit
Tel:
Weekdays
Common problems
- Titre test done too late.
Tips
- Use a pet relocation agent if you are moving from far away.
