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Take a Pet From the United States to

Another Country (Export)

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Traveling with a pet in a foreign country can be complex and time-consuming. You

need to meet the destination country's specific entry requirements for pets. These

may include vaccinations, tests, treatments, and a health certificate (also called an

international health certificate, a veterinary health certificate, a veterinary

certificate, or an export certificate). Find out what you need before you and your pet

travel.
Not all animals qualify for pet travel.

What is considered a pet? A pet is a privately owned companion animal not

intended for research or resale and includes only certain animal groups.

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Find out if your pet qualifies to travel

Your animal doesn't qualify for pet travel and is subject to different import

regulations and export regulations if you:

Don't see your pet listed below.

Are exporting semen or embryos from any animal.

Have a pet that's considered livestock or poultry, like pigs or chickens.

The following animals qualify as pets, meaning they're subject

to pet travel requirements:

Dogs 

Cats 
Ferrets 

Rabbits 

Rodents 
Hedgehogs/Tenrecs 

Reptiles 

Amphibians 

Birds (not all types—see below) 
The following birds DON'T qualify as pets, meaning they're

subject to different regulations:

Because they may carry and transmit certain diseases to the U.S. poultry industry,

these birds are regulated as poultry.

Chickens

Doves

Ducks

Geese

Grouse

Guinea fowl

Partridges

Pea fowl

Pheasants

Pigeons

Quail

Swans

Turkeys

View import regulations and export regulations if the type of animal you have does

not qualify as a pet.

Before You Start the Process

Traveling With a Dog? Know the Latest Requirements
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has extended the temporary

suspension on dogs entering the United States from high-risk countries for dog

rabies. If you leave the United States with your pet dog, you'll need to meet specific

CDC import requirements to bring your dog back into the United States. This

extension is in effect until July 31, 2024.

Visit the CDC for details on these requirements and other related information. If you

have questions about CDC requirements, contact CDC-INFO or call them at 404-718-

3660.

Find a USDA-Accredited Veterinarian

With help from a USDA-accredited veterinarian, you can learn more about your

destination country's entry requirements for pets, including any needed

vaccinations, tests, or treatments. We recommend creating a schedule to make sure

you meet all requirements within the specified timeframe.

Gather This Information for Your USDA-Accredited Veterinarian

The type of pet traveling

The destination country

If applicable, countries where your pet will stop (for customs clearance or upon

leaving the airport or seaport) on the way to the destination country

The date of departure from the United States

Whether the pet will be traveling alone, as cargo, or with a person in the cabin

of the plane

Note: If you're traveling with a pet bird or exotic animal, you may need to work

with additional agencies, such as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Visit the pet

travel requirements page for your destination country (see dropdown menu

below).

Read These Resources

Pet Travel Guidance for Pets Traveling to Another Country From the United

States

In Spanish (En Español): Guía de viaje para mascotas que viajan a otro

país desde Estados Unidos

In Chinese (用中文(表達): 宠物出国旅行指南

Frequently Asked Questions About Traveling With Your Pet
Where Are You Traveling With Your Pet?

Your destination country sets the entry requirements for pets, which can change at

any time. You must verify the country requirements every time you plan to

travel with your pet.

Find Your Destination Country Requirements

If your country is not listed in the menu, visit Pet Travel: Unknown Requirements.

Select Destination Country▾ Go