Zambia - Obtain a Pet Passport (Travel with Pet)

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To apply for a pet passport in Zambia, the applicant will have to contact the department of immigration, for the main office visit link.
2. Make sure that you have all the documents that are listed under the “Required Documents” section of this page.
3. Zambia requires an import form entry from the Department of Research and Specialist Services unless your dog or cat is entering from another SADC member (Angola, Botswana, Republic of Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia or Zimbabwe).
4. Visitors should apply well ahead of their visit for a permit to bring their pet into Zambia if it is necessary.
5. The import form will be mailed to you along with instructions to be given to your veterinarian for the preparation of the Veterinary Certificate.
6. The applicant pet dog or cat must be vaccinated for rabies between 30 days and 12 months prior to entry.
7. A licensed veterinarian must complete the Veterinary Certificate for Zambia showing that the pet is healthy and free of diseases communicable to humans.
8. Upon completing the required necessities related to the application, your document will be ready.
9. Keep in constant contact with the authorities for smooth completion of procedure and to receive your pet’s passport.

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Required Documents

• Proof of rabies and an Import Permit for entry
• Certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian and attached
• Prescribed fee receipt

Office Locations & Contacts

The Director-General
Department of Immigration
Headquarters
Kent Building
Haile Selassie Road
P.O. Box 50300
Lusaka, Zambia
Contact - +260 211 255282
Ccontact link.

Eligibility

• A pet passport is issued to an ordinary visitor who wishes to bring their pet with them.

Fees

• Application Fee : Pay as prescribed by the authority.

Validity

• This permit is valid for the time period mentioned in the document.

Documents to Use

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Processing Time

• The Processing time depends on the time taken in verification of documents submitted.

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Instructions

• Make sure to check if there are any changes in rules to bring your pet until the last day.

Required Information

• Name of applicant
• Postal address
• detail of pet
• Phone number/email
• Passport number
• NRC number

Need for the Document

• The permit authorises, the holder can travel with their pets.

Information which might help

• Immigration and Deportation Act of Zambia link.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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