Relocating your pet to the Philippines can feel overwhelming, but our team makes the entire journey safe, simple, and stress-free. We handle every requirement—BAI import permits, USDA-endorsed health certificates, airline coordination, and all travel logistics—so your pet stays comfortable and compliant from departure to arrival. With personalized guidance and clear communication throughout the process, you can relax knowing your furry family member is in expert hands.
Once you approve our proposal, we begin by reviewing your pet’s microchip details, vaccination history, and veterinary records to ensure they meet the Philippines’ import requirements. If anything needs updating, we flag it immediately so you stay on track from day one.
The Philippines requires precise paperwork, including BAI import permits, health certificates, and USDA endorsements. We work closely with your veterinarian to organize every document, confirm treatment timelines, and prepare all export forms so your pet’s file is complete and fully compliant.
With paperwork underway, we secure the safest and most efficient flight route into the Philippines. We prioritize airlines known for excellent pet handling, reduce long layovers whenever possible, and coordinate climate-controlled transport to keep your pet comfortable throughout the journey.
You’ll receive a clear, organized itinerary outlining your pet’s full travel plan, including flight details, check-in instructions, handling contacts, and arrival procedures. Everything is laid out step-by-step so you know exactly what to expect.
Whether we’re collecting your pet from your home, your vet, a boarding facility, or another preferred location, our handlers ensure a calm, safe pickup. We secure your pet comfortably in their travel crate, monitor their well-being, and prepare them for a smooth departure.
With Pets in Transit, you’re never left wondering where your pet is. We share timely updates from check-in through takeoff, flight progress, and landing, giving you real-time reassurance that your pet is traveling safely every step of the way.
Upon arrival in the Philippines, our expert partners manage customs clearance, veterinary checks, and all required BAI procedures. Once cleared, we arrange prompt, secure delivery straight to your home or chosen location.
Moving your pet to the Philippines requires careful preparation, precise documentation, and full compliance with the country’s import regulations. Pets who meet every requirement can avoid quarantine, but even a small error in paperwork can delay entry or result in mandatory quarantine. At Pets in Transit, we guide you through every step—from import permits and vaccinations to health certificates, customs procedures, and safe delivery to your new home. Here’s what you need to know before your pet travels:
All pets traveling to the Philippines must have a microchip that complies with ISO 11784/11785 standards. If your pet’s chip is not ISO-compatible, your pet must travel with a scanner that can read your pet’s microchip.
Before traveling, every dog or cat must have an import permit issued by the Philippine Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI), known as the SPSIC.
All pets must meet the health requirements specified in the SPSIC, including current rabies vaccination.
Each pet must have its own USDA-endorsed export health certificate.
Quarantine is required only if pets do not meet import requirements. Quarantine is typically conducted at a designated BAI facility where pets may undergo examinations or lab tests if any concerns arise. They are released after all health checks and requirements are completed.
Airlines traveling to the Philippines require IATA-compliant crates with proper ventilation, hardware, and size specifications. We help ensure your crate meets flight and destination standards.
The Philippines does not have national breed restrictions for pet import, but some airlines may limit or prohibit certain breeds—particularly brachycephalic (snub-nosed) dogs—due to health risks during air travel. We help you verify airline and local regulations to ensure your pet travels safely and arrives without issues.
Here are the rules for pet travel to the Philippines according to the USDA website.
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