Portugal departure: official certificate, import approval, species vaccines and antibody waiting requirements obtained.
Documents and permits
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Use the Portugal-to-Qatar personal-pet certificate completed by an official veterinarian.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Qatar’s veterinary import permit follows submission of antibody evidence and completion of the required post-test wait.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Record the animal’s microchip number together with its identity and owner details.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Valid rabies vaccination must precede travel by at least one month.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Dog · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Dogs need current distemper, parvovirus, infectious hepatitis and leptospirosis vaccination.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Cats need current panleukopenia, feline herpesvirus and calicivirus vaccination.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
EU-approved laboratory: at least 0.5 IU/ml; test within twelve months before shipment and wait at least 90 days after sampling.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Vaccination proof must show stickers with batch, manufacture/expiry dates and manufacturer.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
The specimen excludes dogs/cats younger than seven months.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
The certificate remains valid for two weeks from issue.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Dog · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Dangerous/aggressive dog breeds require special Interior Ministry authorization; confirm the classification of the actual dog.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Unsatisfactory health/certificates can trigger at least six months’ quarantine or refusal; this is conditional, not routine quarantine.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Rules depend on the route, animal and operating carrier. Confirm your own journey with the relevant authority and airline.
Applicable conditions
Confirm current resident/visitor eligibility, breed approval, permit operation and destination acceptance; other-origin requirements remain unresolved.
Selected DGAV documents for healthy adult private dogs/cats dispatched from Portugal. The currently linked specimen is not a signed certificate or journey approval; destination acceptance and transit must be confirmed. Other origins are not covered. The specimen is dated 26 June 2023; 2022 World Cup/Hayya guidance does not establish current eligibility.
