Pet Microchip

Brazil does not require that your pet be identified with a pet microchip, but it is strongly recommended that you microchip your pet when traveling internationally as this is the best form of pet identification available today.

The microchip should be implanted by your veterinarian, veterinary hospital or trained nurse. You should receive documentation as to the manufacturer of the microchip and instructions on how to register your pet's information in the manufacturer database.

If your pet does not have a registered microchip, your pets must be wearing tags that identify them and have contact information for the owner.

Vaccinations

Proof of current vaccination against rabies at least 21 days and not more than 12 months prior to entering Brazil must be provided. The 3 year rabies vaccination is accepted.

When entering Brazil directly from a country that the World Health Organization considers to be rabies free, your dog or cat does not require the rabies immunization, although rabies vaccination is recommended as Brazil is not a rabies-free country.

Rabies Titer Test

A rabies titer test is not required to enter Brazil from any country.

Pet Health Certificate

Within 10 days of entry, a licensed veterinarian in the origination country must complete the pet health certificate for Brazil.Once issued, the governmental authority of your country that is responsible for the import and export of animals must endorse the certificate.

Parasite Treatment

Before your cat or dog can enter Brazil, it must have be treated against internal and external parasites within 15 days of entry.

Entering Brazil by Air

There are multiple international airports in Brazil where pets can enter the country including Rio DeJanero, Sa Paulo, Puerto Allegre and others. Notice should be given to veterinary officials so they will be available to inspect your pet upon landing.

Puppies and Kittens

Puppies and kittens that are not yet 3 months old should not be vaccinated for rabies; they may enter Brazil unvaccinated as long as they do not originate in an area that is high-rabies or had a rabies incident in the previous 90 days.

Banned Breeds

Brazil does not ban any breed of dog or cat.

Exporting Pets from Brazil

Dogs and cats leaving Brazil must have a licensed veterinarian from the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Supply issue an International Veterinary Certificate (CVI) after seeing a health certificate from a licensed veterinarian. Pet owners should be prepared to submit both documents to the airline upon departure. All documentation required for the destination country must be provided.

Other Animals

To bring other species of pet animals other than dogs or cats to Brazil (turtle, rabbit, iguana, parrot, fish, guinea pig, ferret, etc.), it is necessary to obtain a MAPA Import Authorization and the health requirements Vary according to the country of origin. To inquire about these requirements, The owner of the animal should seek the Federal Superintendence of Agriculture Located in the 27 states of the country.

CITES

If your pet is not a dog, cat or ferret, and especially if it is a turtle or parrot, you should verify that it is not protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).  You will need to apply for additional permits if this is the case. Over 180 countries participate and enforce CITES regulations.

Need More Assistance?

To the best of our ability, we ensure that recommendations given on PetTravel.com reflect the current regulations. We cannot predict how a given country may enforce these regulations. Noncompliance may result in the need to make arrangements to put your pet into quarantine at your expense, return your pet to the country of origin, or euthanize your pet. We suggest that you minimize the disruptions that may occur by following the rules of the country you are visiting.

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