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If you plan to bring your pet to Bahrain, begin early to ensure a smooth process.
NSA Bahrain Veterinary Treatment Facility | Bldg. 328
Phone: +973-1785-4295 | DSN: 318-439-4295
nsabahrain.vetclinic@gmail.com
More than 30 days prior to arrival of the pet
Email the clinic a few months in advance of a move to ensure you have a complete checklist of requirements before planning your move.
1. Vaccination records, microchip information and the VTF checklist must be emailed to the VTF.
2. When you are within 30 days of arriving with the pet, the VTF will give your sponsor and Import Memo be taken in person to the Kingdom of Bahrain Animal Health Directorate where they will receive an Import Certificate. This certificate is good for 30 days and allows your pet entry into Bahrain.
3. The sponsor, with the Import Certificate, must pick up the pet at the airport.
Import Requirements
Completed checklist from the VTF
USDA endorsed Health Certificate issued within 10 days of travel to Bahrain. Note that U.S. military veterinarians can endorse, most civilian vets cannot.
Two doses (including one within the previous calendar year) of the following:
Dogs: Rabies, DA2PP (distemper), Leptospirosis
Cats: Rabies, FVRCP (distemper)
15-digit ISO standard microchip
Passing FAVN (rabies test) done within a year of arrival.
Pet Transportation Allowance
As of Jan. 1, 2024, each military member is authorized up to $2,000 to defray the cost of transporting one pet to OCONUS locations. This allowance can cover flight shipping fees, boarding fees, hotel service charges, licensing fees at the new duty station and microchipping costs.
Pet Shipping Loan
NMCRS provides an interest free loan for the air shipping costs of up to two pets, in the amount of up to $5500. This may be used when the DOD cannot support travel for the pets, typically non-availability on an AMC flight.
Because the veterinarian clinic on the installation has tight mission demands, many individuals utilize off-installation veterinarians. It is recommended to establish a relationship with a local Bahraini veterinarian for specialty and emergency needs.
If you plan to travel, visit the base VTF who can provide a list of local boarding facilities.
During the summer months, be sure to keep your pets hydrated and protect their paws from the hot ground.
