Vietnam - Obtain a Pet Passport (Import Export or Transport Pet)

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Procedure

Importing your pets:

1. Have your pet examined by a certified veterinarian: You will need to have your pet examined by a certified veterinarian. Some of the documents that you will need to present when your pet arrives in Vietnam will be issued by your vet. Your vet will also be the one who will issue the pet passport.
2. If you are outside Vietnam: You may use the link provided under "Office Locations & Contacts" to get in touch with the nearest Embassy of Vietnam in the country you are currently staying. The office may be able to provide you with information about pet passports and import permit for pets.
3. When making arrangements to transport your pet: Make sure that you have all the required documents, and got in touch with the authority responsible with the import/export of live animals in the country where your pet will be coming from and in Vietnam. If you are thinking of flying in with your pet, you may also try and contact the airline company, they may be able to provide additional information about pet passports and how you can bring your pet abroad.

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Required Documents

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e.g.
1. Proof of child birth from the Hospital.

Office Locations & Contacts

General Department of Vietnam Customs

Address:
Block E3 - Duong Dinh Nghe street,
Yen Hoa, Cau Giay,
Hanoi, Vietnam

Phone: (+844) 39440833 (ext: 8623)

Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD)

Address:
B5 Block, No.2, Ngoc Ha Street
Ba Dinh District-HaNoi-VietNam

Telephone: (+84-4) 37341635 (205/206/208)
Fax: (+84-4) 38230381

Vietnam Embassies

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Fees

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Validity

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

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Instructions

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Required Information

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1. Date of Birth.
2. City or County of Birth.

Need for the Document

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

General Department of Vietnam Customs

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