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General information
It’s important to understand that travellers are required to apply for a Permit of Import or Export to be allowed to enter or leave Vanuatu with a pet. This means that travelling with a pet means importing and exporting living animals in regards to the Law and is handle using cargo services.
Importing and exporting living animals
Step 1 ▪ Contact a travel agent for pets that will assist you at every step of the import process. This step is not mandatory but strongly recommended.
Step 2 ▪ Check and make sure to comply with the export regulations of your country of departure. You may need to schedule a consultation with an approved veterinary practice.
Step 3 ▪ Apply for a Permit of Import to the Biosecurity Department of Vanuatu.
Step 1 ▪ Contact a travel agent for pets that will assist you at every step of the import process. This step is not mandatory but strongly recommended.
Step 2 ▪ Check and make sure to comply with the import regulations of your country of destination. You may need to schedule a consultation with an approved veterinary practice.
Step 3 ▪ Apply for a Permit of Export to the Biosecurity Department of Vanuatu.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Due to the implementation of new safety measures and regulations, travellers are recommended to check all requirements prior to travelling abroad with their pets with the competent authorities in both their country of departure and arrival.
All passengers entering Vanuatu must remain in isolation for 14 days at a designated quarantine facility however, this regulation does not apply to living animals.
Since Vanuatu is a rabies-free country, most countries don’t request pets coming from Vanuatu to get tested.
Vanuatu does not require living animals to get test for COVID-19 prior to entering the country but a health assessment is required and shall be conducted by an accredited veterinarian of the country of departure.
Resources
Biosecurity Department
Website www.biosecurity.gov.vu ▪ Phone 23519 or 33580
Vanuatu Terminal Services
Website www.vts.vu ▪ Phone 26783 or 35775
Veterinary Clinic · Dr. Karin O’Connor
Phone 25702 ▪ After Hours 7745702