Taking a pet from the United States to Kuwait

What the USDA APHIS page for Kuwait says about exporting a pet there.

What this destination requires

Dogs and Cats The requirements for traveling with your pet are described in the provided health certificate.

The health certificate must be issued by a licensed veterinarian.

USDA endorsement is NOT required.

Rabies vaccination must be obtained between 30 days and 1 year before the time of arrival.

CDC high-risk for dog rabies. CDC lists Kuwait as high risk for dog rabies, which affects bringing a dog back into the United States.

Read the source

This page summarises the USDA APHIS page Pet Travel From the United States to Kuwait. That page is the authority; read it in full before you travel.

Open the APHIS page for Kuwait →

Source: USDA APHIS — https://www.aphis.usda.gov/pet-travel/us-to-another-country-export/pet-travel-us-kuwait. Record retrieved September 2026; APHIS last modified this page September 23, 2025.

This page summarises a U.S. government page and is not legal or veterinary advice. Rules change; confirm the requirements with APHIS and your destination country before you travel.