International Health Certificates

International pet health certificates are a must for people who wish to take their pets with them on their travels abroad.

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Pet Health Certificates

International pet health certificates are a must for people who wish to take their pets with them on their travels abroad. Preparing for travel to another country can be a challenging process, as the list of requirements is more extensive and you’ll have to do a little more research to make sure your pet satisfies those requirements, and any others that are specific to your destination country/countries.

The health certificate verifies that your pet is not only healthy but in compliance with all of the specific health standards of the country/countries to which you are traveling. This will prevent your pet from being quarantined when you arrive at your destination.

Traveling to another country requires a lot of preparation. Here are some steps to help you prepare:

1. Visit aphis.usda.gov to find out more about the country’s requirements for your pet.

Keep in mind that requirements can change, so bookmark your pages and check them periodically just in case.
Some countries quarantine pets automatically. Verify whether your destination country follows this policy.
Countries also have requirements for pet microchips, so be sure your pet has the right type.
What tests are required for your pet? See what your pet still needs and schedule their appointment as soon as you can.

2. What airline will you be using? Contact them to find out their requirements as well, as these are entirely separate from the requirements of your host country/countries. This includes: