Those planning to work and reside in Saudi Arabia and wish to bring in pets should follow the regulations below:

• Provide permit from the Saudi Ministry of Agriculture to bring applicant’s pet(s) into the country.
• Obtain a veterinary health certificate. Certificate must indicate that the pet was examined, has been vaccinated for all possible diseases, and is in good health.
• Health certificate must be authenticated by the State Department Authentication Division.
• Document fees are $8.75/document. Payment must be made through Enjaz website.
• Health certificate must be certified by the Consular Section of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the United States of America. 
• Dogs entering Saudi Arabia must fall under one of these categories: 
  • hunting
  • guard
  • seeing-eye dogs
• Exotic and non-domestic animals are not permitted entry into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia unless used for official government purposes.
• Dangerous and aggressive dogs such as Rottweilers and Pit Bulls are not permitted entry into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under any circumstances.