INTERNATIONAL PET TRAVEL
IMPORT
Always wanted to bring a special breeding animal from overseas to Australia?
Moving to Australia or want to bring your pets on holidays?
Or, do you simply just want to bring a new family member to Australia?
We can help make the process SIMPLE and take the stress out of overseas transport.
Australia has very strict bio-security protocols to ensure our country remains disease and rabies free. This keeps us all safe; however, we must follow strict guidelines that vary depending on the country of departure. This is to ensure every animal coming into Australia complies with bio-security on arrival before spending a short time in quarantine in Melbourne, Australia.
We are experienced with international importing from many countries around the world, and have trusted, professional partners in many countries to assist with getting your furry family member home to Australia safely.
World-Class Hounds specialist representatives will manage your whole importation process. We will liaise internationally on your behalf and oversee all import requirements to ensure a smooth and stress free journey for your pet. We also offer competitive air fares for pets that already have their permits and are ready to fly!
World-Class Hounds provides the following international services:
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Boarding facilities in approved countries
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Specialists in difficult to import from countries such as Russia
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Specialist advice regarding the best preparation for your pets relocation and transport
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Preparation of all local and international travel documents, veterinary treatments and testing
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Preparation of veterinary treatment protocols and direct assistance to your pet’s caregiver overseas
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Booking and organising the most direct and appropriate flights, Australian import permits and quarantine
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Airline approved travel crates including custom manufacture
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Collection and lodgement of your animal onto international flights
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Compliance Ensurance Service for pre-existing paperwork
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Domestic transport from quarantine in Australia to your home
Current Import Regulations for Australia
Australia has had an update of their Import Regulations since early 2023. All pets must enter Australia through a Group 1-3 Country and have their rabies/health testing completed in these countries while in residence there.
Current Countries:
Group 1
New Zealand; Norfolk Island; Cocos Island
Group 2
American Samoa, Bahrain, Barbados, Christmas Island, Cook Islands, Falkland Islands (Malvinas), Fiji, French Polynesia, Guam, Hawaii, Iceland, Japan, Kiribati, Mauritius, Micronesia (Federated States of), Nauru, New Caledonia, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Tonga (Kingdom of), Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis & Futuna.
Group 3
Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Austria, Bahamas, Belgium, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, Croatia (Republic of), Cyprus (Republic of), Czechia (Czech Republic), Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland (Republic of), Isle of Man, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Jersey, Kuwait, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macao, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands , Northern Mariana Islands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Reunion, Saint Kitts & Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, Serbia, Seychelles, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa (Republic of), South Korea (Republic of), Spain (including Canary and Balearic Islands), Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Trinidad & Tobago, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United States of America (excluding Guam and Hawaii), Uruguay, Virgin Islands (British), Virgin Islands (United States of America).
