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Vaccinations
Rabies vaccination is required for dogs and cats entering Argentina, with exceptions provided by SENASA/MERCOSUR. Animals from a country or zone recognized as rabies-free by WOAH/OMSA may enter under that condition when this status is stated on the CVI or official pet passport.
Operator note: The SENASA page references WOAH/OMSA rabies-free status but does not link to the specific list.
- The rabies vaccination must be valid at the time of entry.
- If it is the animal’s first rabies vaccination, it must be administered at least 21 days before entry.
- Puppies and kittens under 3 months old: rabies vaccination is not required if the official veterinary authority certifies the animal’s age and attests that it has not been on any property where urban rabies occurred in the 90 days prior to shipment.
- Animals originating from a country or zone declared rabies-free by WOAH/OMSA may enter with that status indicated on the CVI or official pet passport.
Certifications
An official health document is required for entry.
- Submit either: (a) an International Veterinary Certificate (CVI) issued, signed, and stamped by the official veterinary authority of the country of origin; or (b) an official pet passport issued by the competent authority.
- Validity: The CVI or official pet passport used for entry must be issued within 60 days prior to arrival.
- If the CVI is not in Spanish, present a certified translation upon arrival.
Microchip
Not required by SENASA. If electronic identification is present, it should comply with ISO 11784/11785 and its location/number must be recorded on the health document (per MERCOSUR/GMC/RES. 17/15).
Origin Requirements
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rabiesFreeOrigin
Dogs and cats from countries or zones recognized as rabies-free by WOAH/OMSA may enter under that condition, provided it is stated on the CVI or official pet passport.
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Parasite treatment
Internal and external parasite treatments are required close to certificate issuance.
- Treatments against internal and external parasites must be administered within 15 days prior to issuance of the CVI or official pet passport, using products approved by the veterinary authority of the country of origin.
Transport and prior notice
Entry procedures vary by mode of transport.
- For animals transported as cargo, the airline or customs broker must notify the relevant SENASA Border Inspection Post in advance (at least 24 working hours prior to arrival).
Entry inspection and fees
SENASA inspects pets on arrival.
- Inspection for animals entering as accompanied baggage is free of charge.
- Animals entering as cargo are subject to an entry permit/inspection fee (amount not specified on the SENASA page).
Service/assistance animals
Service/assistance animals are exempt from extraordinary service charges under SENASA Resolution 580/2014; they must still comply with all health/movement requirements.
