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MOCCAE export certificate readiness checker

Five checks before you apply for the UAE export health certificate, and the exact 30-day window to apply in for your flight.

[ quick answer · 2 september 2026 ]

The MOCCAE veterinary health certificate for export costs AED 100 for up to 2 pets, is issued in 1 working day and is valid 30 days. Before applying you need an ISO microchip, a rabies vaccination at least 21 days before travel, the destination document ready for endorsement, and a UAE Pass account in the MOCCAE digital services system.

Straight answers

Does MOCCAE issue the destination certificate too?

MOCCAE endorses it as the official veterinarian; your clinic completes it. The MOCCAE export certificate is a separate UAE document.

Where is the examination?

MOCCAE quarantine centres, including Dubai Airport Cargo Village, Al Maktoum Airport and Zayed International Airport.