Cats and Dogs FAQs

When does my pet need to be microchipped?

Cats and dogs being prepared for import into New Zealand must have had a microchip implanted prior or at the same time as the rabies vaccination and rabies blood titre being used for imp

Can I bring back my New Zealand-origin dog with less than six-months residency overseas?

Animals imported directly from New Zealand into the country or territory of export may be given exemption for the residency requirement if they meet the following requirements:

Do I need to notify MAF before my pet arrives to New Zealand?

MAF Biosecurity New Zealand must be notified at least 72 hours before the expected time of arrival of any animal, including:

Can I bring my pets into New Zealand?

The import requirements for live animals, for example pets, differ according to the animal and country of origin.

What is considered to be a 'booster' rabies vaccination?

When two (or more) rabies vaccinations have been given consecutively according to the duration of immunity of the vaccine.

When can my dog/cat from Australia arrive and be given biosecurity clearance at the border?

Provided advance notification of arrival has been given at least 72 hours ahead of the scheduled time of arrival, and the time of arrival falls within the following times, biosecurity clearance for

Do the test results have to be originals?

The test results must either be originals or certified copies.

Is quarantine required when my pet arrives in New Zealand?

Yes, post-arrival quarantine for a minimum of 10 days will be required for cats and dogs from all countries except Australia.

Where do I need to send my pet’s blood tests?

All serological tests must be conducted at a Government laboratory or a Government-approved laboratory.

How has the fee for inspection of a pet animal been worked out?

The activities entailed in a biosecurity clearance of a cat, dog, rabbit or other small animals are very similar.

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