Pet Shipping - Pet Import Requirements in Brazil

Pet Import Requirements in Brazil

Import health requirements of Brazil for pets exported from the United States
Pet dogs and cats may enter Brazil only upon presentation of an International animal health certificate, issued in the area of origin of the animal, and duly authenticated by the Brazilian Consular Service. The owner must also present a certificate of rabies vaccination.

1. Each animal must be accompanied by a International Health Certificate issued by licensed veterinarian within ten days prior to boarding and certifying that the animal is in good health.

2. Dogs and cats over three months of age must be inoculated against rabies. The animal must be accompanied by a valid rabies vaccination certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian.

3. All certificates must be confirmed by USDA-APHIS Veterinary Services. Moreover, it must be legalized at a Brazilian Consulate. A return addressed stamped envelope must accompany the certificates if the documents are submitted by mail.

4. The admittance of species other than dogs and cats, including pet birds, requires prior approval by the Ministry of Agriculture. The traveler must require an import permit to Ministry of Agriculture in Brazil.