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Botswana
Dog & Cat Regulations
Vaccinations
The USDA APHIS Veterinary Health Certificate for dogs and cats to Botswana records rabies vaccination details. Sources indicate the rabies vaccination should be current at the time of export. A specific post-vaccination waiting period is not stated on the cited pages; confirm timing with Botswana DVS.
- Rabies vaccination must be current at the time of export and recorded on the veterinary health certificate.
Certifications
An import permit from Botswana’s Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) is required for live animal imports.
- Obtain an import permit from Botswana DVS prior to travel/import.
Microchip
The Botswana pages do not specify a microchip standard. The APHIS veterinary health certificate includes a field to record a microchip/tattoo number; no ISO standard is stated on the cited sources.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
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Quarantine
Not specified.
Arrival/Inspection
Not specified. Confirm port-of-entry inspection procedures and document verification with Botswana DVS before travel.
General
Requirements can change without notice. Verify current conditions with Botswana DVS and USDA APHIS before travel. A minimum wait period after a primary rabies vaccination is not stated on the cited pages; confirm with DVS.
