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Bermuda

Updated: February 12, 2026 Source: July 30, 2025

Dog & Cat Regulations

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Vaccinations
Description:

Rabies vaccination history must meet Bermuda’s timing rules as set by the Department of Environment & Natural Resources (DENR).

  • First rabies vaccination given at or after 3 months of age.
  • Second rabies vaccination given 6–12 months after the first.
  • No significant lapse between rabies vaccinations.
  • Most recent rabies vaccination given 30–365 days before arrival in Bermuda.
  • Pets under 10 months old or with only one rabies vaccination do not qualify to enter.
Certifications
Description:

An Import Permit from Bermuda’s DENR is required prior to travel.

  • Obtain the permit before arrival.
  • Permit validity is 10 days from the date of the veterinary health certificate.
  • Present the permit to Bermuda Customs on arrival.
Microchip

A microchip is required; the number must appear on the health certificate and vaccination record.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Tick/External Parasite Treatment

Tick treatment is required at the pre-travel exam using an acceptable acaricidal product with residual action (Bermuda provides a list of acceptable and unacceptable products).

Restricted & Prohibited Breeds

Bermuda lists restricted and prohibited dog breeds; restricted breeds require additional conditions and pre-approval (see Dogs & Cats Conditions of Entry).

Inspection & Enforcement

Bermuda has no quarantine facility. Animals failing inspection or lacking proper documents are refused entry/deported; authorities may seize/humanely destroy in rare cases if directions are not followed.

Documents & Submission

Bring the Import Permit and original certificates for Customs inspection on arrival. If the veterinary certificate is electronically signed, it must be sent directly by the veterinary facility.

Notes

Where wording differs between USDA APHIS materials and Bermuda’s current conditions, defer to Bermuda DENR documents. Acceptance of 3‑year rabies formulations is not specified online—contact DENR for guidance.

Service & Support Animals

Service animals and emotional support animals must meet the same entry conditions as pet animals.

Import-Specific Links
Government of Bermuda – Import a domestic dog or cat Government of Bermuda – Importing animals into Bermuda Government of Bermuda – Conditions of Entry for Dogs & Cats (PDF) USDA APHIS – Pet Travel From the United States to Bermuda USDA APHIS – Veterinary Health Certificate for Dogs & Cats to Bermuda (PDF)
Official Source(s)
USDA APHIS – Pet Travel From the United States to Bermuda Government of Bermuda – Importing animals into Bermuda Government of Bermuda – Import a domestic dog or cat Government of Bermuda – Importation of Pet Birds Government of Bermuda – Conditions of Entry for Dogs & Cats (PDF) USDA APHIS – Veterinary Health Certificate for Export of Dogs and Cats to Bermuda (PDF) Government of Bermuda – Application to Import a Bird / Conditions of Entry for Birds (PDF)