Pet Transport to and from Martinique

Are you looking to bring your pet to Martinique or organize their return to mainland France? Whether you are planning a relocation, a professional move, or a vacation in the French West Indies, arranging your companion’s travel requires careful preparation. Air Transport Animal, a recognized specialist in pet transport to Martinique and the transport of live animals, provides expert guidance and a dedicated team to simplify every step of your pet relocation to Martinique.

From customs formalities and health and veterinary requirements to ensuring that your travel crate complies with IATA regulations, our professional pet transport services provide comprehensive support. Entrust us with your dog, cat, or exotic pet so they can travel safely and in accordance with all applicable standards and rules, while enjoying maximum comfort throughout the flight.

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What Pets Can Be Transported to or from Martinique?

Animal transport to Martinique is available for a wide range of domestic species, subject to specific pet import requirements and carrier regulations:

Cats & Dogs

Most cats and dogs are allowed to travel to Martinique. However, the importation of Category 1 attack dogs (such as pit bulls, Boerboels, or Tosas without a pedigree) into French territory and overseas departments is strictly prohibited. Category 2 dogs are subject to strict airline acceptance conditions.

Brachycephalic (Short-Nosed) Breeds

Short-nosed breeds such as French Bulldogs, Boxers, Pugs, or Persian cats face increased respiratory risks in the hold. Many commercial airlines (such as Air France or Air Caraïbes) refuse to carry brachycephalic pets in the standard hold or cabin. The safest and most reliable alternative is specialized cargo transport with controlled pressure and temperature.

Exotic Pets

Ferrets, rabbits, rodents, birds (such as parrots or canaries), and other exotic species are subject to specific protocols. Importing exotic pets into Martinique may require prior authorization, CITES permits for protected species, or approval from the Ministry of Agriculture and the local DAAF authorities.

What Are Martinique’s Pet Import Requirements?

When traveling with your pet to Martinique from metropolitan France or an EU country, you must comply with the following French and European regulations:

• Mandatory Microchip Identification: Your pet must be identified with an ISO 11784/11785-compliant microchip implanted by a licensed veterinarian. Tattoo identification is accepted only if it was applied before July 3, 2011, and remains fully legible.
• Up-to-Date Rabies Vaccination: Rabies vaccination is mandatory to travel to Martinique. The vaccine is valid only 21 days after the primary vaccination or booster for pets that are at least 12 weeks old. The minimum age for travel is generally 15 weeks (3 months).
• European Pet Passport or Health Records: An official pet passport issued by an authorized veterinarian must accompany your animal and include complete vaccination records.
• Veterinary Health Certificate: A certified health certificate issued by your veterinarian must be completed within 10 days before departure, confirming that your pet is healthy and fit to travel.
• Parasite Treatment: Internal and external parasite treatments are strongly recommended before departure.

Useful Contacts for Transporting Your Pet to and from Martinique

• DAAF Martinique (Direction de l’Alimentation, de l’Agriculture et de la Forêt) / Services Vétérinaires :

Jardin Desclieux, BP 642, 97262 Fort-de-France Cedex

Téléphone : +596 596 71 21 00

Site web : daaf.martinique.agriculture.gouv.fr

• Service Fret et Douanes de l’Aéroport Martinique Aimé Césaire (Le Lamentin) :

BP 279, 97285 Le Lamentin Cedex

Téléphone Douane : +596 596 42 30 30

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