Apply In Person

1. To Take your Pet (Dog, Cat) on Holiday, the applicant has to approach the Ministry of Argo Industry & Food Security link
2. Ensure that the applicant’s pet is properly microchipped and has identification tags with his/her up-to-date contact information. Microchipping is often a mandatory requirement for international pet travel.
3. Make sure that the applicant’s pet's vaccinations are up to date. Commonly required vaccinations include rabies and other essential vaccines. Some countries may have specific vaccination timeframes before travel.
4. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
5. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
6. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
7. The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
8. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
9. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
10. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
11. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
12. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
13. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
14. Keep the applicant’s pet's health and safety a priority during his/her holiday. Ensure they have access to clean water, proper nutrition, and a comfortable environment.
15. Before leaving Mauritius, check the regulations for returning to his/her home country with his/her pet. Some countries have specific requirements for re-entry.
16. This entire process can be completed within 2 – 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

• Application form
• Proof of identity
• Address proof
• Import permit
• Vaccination Records
• Microchipping Certificate
• Quarantine Documentation
• Health certificate
• Flight Booking and Itinerary
• Pet Carrier
• Photography of pet
• Fee receipt
• Any other documents (if required)

Ministry of Argo Industry & Food Security
Levels 8 & 9
Renganaden Seeneevassen Building
Cnr Jules Koenig & Maillard Streets
Port Louis
MAURITIUS
Tel: (+230) 212 0854, (+230) 212 2940
Fax: (+230) 212 4427
E -mail: moaheadoffice@govmu.org​
Contact link

• Any pet license holder who intends to Take your Pet (Dog, Cat) on Holiday is eligible to make this application.

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Please attach documents that can be used by people. e.g. links

Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.

• This entire process can be completed within 2 – 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
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Please remove the '&' inside the tags during implementation.
Website = allocine, blip, dailymotion, facebook, gametrailers, googlevideo, html5, metacafe, myspace, revver,
sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
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• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

• Name
• Nationality
• Gender/age
• Residential Address
• City
• ZIP code
• Mobile No
• Email Address
• Fax
• Postal address
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

• Taking your pet (dog, cat, or other animal) on holiday to Mauritius is commonly referred to as "pet travel" or "pet relocation."
• Pet travel involves making arrangements for the applicant’s pet to accompany him/her on his/her holiday to Mauritius, ensuring their safe and comfortable journey, complying with the country's import requirements, and making suitable accommodations for their stay during the trip.

• Pet owners need to make appropriate travel arrangements with pet-friendly airlines, provide a suitable pet carrier for the journey, and book pet-friendly accommodation for their stay in Mauritius. The well-being and safety of the pet should be a priority throughout the process of pet travel.

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

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• To facilitate pet travel, it is advisable to work with reputable pet travel agencies or consult with professionals experienced in international pet transportation. These experts can guide pet owners through the process, ensure compliance with regulations, and make the journey as stress-free as possible for both the pet and the owner.