A.Q.I.S. Accredited Vet

If you are taking your pet overseas our A.Q.I.S Accredited vet can help you with matters pertaining to export. 

The aqis vet in Melbourne  recommends a rabies vaccination  done 21 days at least before travel - although it is not a requirement to enter the America,  it is usually be  done on arrival in America. As  there is already enough stress associated with travel and processing on the pet already - and the possibility of a vaccine reaction    The USA officials  have accepted our rabies certificates in the past.

48 hours  before   travel and health certificate (appendix 6) that will be endorsed by the State vet. 

You may wish to contact the  state vet department about details for  your export requirements at 1800 900 090.

The aqis accredited vets will advise the testing and certification needed , but requirements change from time to time and It is the exporter's responsibility to ensure that the animal meets the importing  requirements of the particular American State.  See each state contact info at this site 

To protect public health within the United States, importers who bring dogs to the United States must make sure that their dogs are adequately vaccinated against rabies before arrival - As Australia is rabies free this requirement is not necessary when dogs are traveling to the USA. - except for a few exceptions in specific states. The CDC ( Centers for Disease Control) allows  unvaccinated dogs to be imported without proof of a rabies vaccination if they have lived in a country that is considered rabies free for a minimum of six months or since birth.

We also suggest you contact the  American State, county, municipal authorities for local restrictions on importing dogs from Australia.

There is no screw worm in Australia 

Australia is rabies free for dogs being exported to the USA

All cats and dogs are subject to inspection at ports of entry for evidence of infectious diseases that can be transmitted to humans.

Taking your dog to USA from Australia requires an Aqis vet exam. The pet traveling to America from Australia needs certification signed by an aqis vet.

AQIS Accredited Veterinarian