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Import of horses - permanent or temporary

About the Service

Through this service, it agreed to import horses permanently or temporarily from outside the country and obtain a temporary import permit that is valid for a period of ten days.


Service Process


Required Documents

  1. Import: 1. A copy of the laboratory examination from the exporting country 2. Copy of the horse passport 3. Vaccination document
  2. 4. Copy of the owner’s passport / ID 5. No objection from the Emirates Arabian Horse Association in the event that the horse is Arab
  3. Release (Permanent importation): 1. Import permit 2. attested veterinary health certificate issued by the competent veterinary authorities
  4. 3. A copy of the laboratory test issued by the United Arab Emirates

Service completion duration

3 Days


Service channels

  • MOCCAE
  • Ministry of Climate change & Environment Website
  • Nad Al Sheba Center for Equine Species

Service Code

122-003-004-000


Sub Service Type

Animals & Birds


Target audience

  • UAE Citizens
  • Foreign Professionals
  • Corporates

User Guides

  • Please check the user guide (PDF) for using the system in order to apply for the service.
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Service completion duration

3 Days

Service Code

122-003-004-000


For assistance, get in touch through

Call: 800 3050
Email: info@moccae.gov.ae

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