21 March 2026, AU: The department is closely monitoring the conflict in the Middle East region. If you and your pets are currently impacted by the Middle East conflict, please contact the department for advice on your specific situation, by phone on 1800 900 090 or +61 3 8318 6700 or via email at [email protected]. Individuals looking to travel to Australia should be aware that the current conflict in the Middle East does not change the existing biosecurity risks posed by diseases of biosecurity concern to Australia endemic in the Middle East that pose serious human and animal health risk, such as rabies and leptospirosis. Australia’s import requirements for cats and dogs from Middle Eastern countries have not changed. Cats and dogs arriving in Australia must arrive with a valid biosecurity import permit and meet all import requirements.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 21, 2026 16:15 UTC