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Customs & quarantine dossier

MEL to LHR pet dog travel customs requirements

High-urgency compliance checklist for Melbourne → London pet relocation — rabies titer waits, DEFRA/USDA/AVS/DAFF forms, and quarantine gates for agencies and private clients.

Reverse AU corridors are easier on quarantine but still lost to incomplete export packs.

Quarantine

UK — compliant pets typically no facility quarantine; verify pathway

Rabies titer / wait

AU→UK usually simpler on rabies than reverse, but confirm current rules

Airline note

Return moves MEL→LHR still need airline live-animal slots and crate compliance.

Key forms

Documents for MEL → LHR

  • UK entry documentation
  • Australian export papers
  • Airline acceptance
  • Health certificate

Operational workflow

Customs & Quarantine Dossier Checklist

  1. 1

    UK entry confirmation

    Validate current rules for AU dogs.

  2. 2

    Export veterinary certificate

    Australian export timing.

  3. 3

    Airline booking

    Live-animal allotment + crate photos.

  4. 4

    Microchip scan day-of

    Photo evidence in vault.

  5. 5

    UK arrival logistics

    Receiver + contingency kennel.

  6. 6

    Medical continuity

    Hand off chronic meds timeline.

Connected corridors

Related relocation routes

PetClues is not veterinary advice. Always consult a licensed veterinarian for diagnosis, treatment, and urgent medical decisions. Relocation rules change — verify with official DEFRA, USDA, CDC, AVS, DAFF, and AQS sources before ticket issuance.