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PetVoyage updated: January 24, 2026 Source last modified: July 30, 2025

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Dog & Cat Regulations

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Vaccinations

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Certifications

Description:

An import permit is required to bring live animals into Botswana. Apply with the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS).

Obtain an import permit from Botswana DVS before importing dogs or cats.

Microchip

A microchip number must be recorded on the APHIS veterinary health certificate for dogs/cats to Botswana.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

General

Requirements can change without notice; verify with Botswana DVS and USDA APHIS before travel.

Import-Specific Links

Veterinary Health Certificate for Export of Dogs and/or Cats from the United States of America to Botswana (APHIS certificate) Issuance of Import Permit of Live Animal(s), Animal Product(s) and Animal Feed(s) APHIS: Pet Travel From the United States to Botswana

Official Source(s)

APHIS Pet Travel Issuance of Import Permit of Live Animal(s) Animal/Wildlife Import Permit

Wildlife/Exotic Species Regulations

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Vaccinations

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Certifications

Description:

An import permit from the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP) is required for wildlife/exotic species. Additional CITES permits may be required for listed species.

Obtain an Animal/Wildlife Import Permit from DWNP before import.
If the species is CITES-listed, secure applicable CITES documentation.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

General

Species-specific restrictions may apply. Contact DWNP for guidance before arranging import.

Import-Specific Links

Animal/Wildlife Import Permit Animal/Wildlife Import Application Form (DWNP)

Official Source(s)

APHIS Pet Travel Issuance of Import Permit of Live Animal(s) Animal/Wildlife Import Permit

Livestock Regulations

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Vaccinations

Not specified.

Certifications

Description:

An import permit is required to bring live animals (livestock) into Botswana. Apply with the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS).

Obtain an import permit from Botswana DVS before import.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

General

Specific health testing/vaccination requirements are not specified on the cited pages. Consult Botswana DVS for species-specific conditions.

Import-Specific Links

Issuance of Import Permit of Live Animal(s), Animal Product(s) and Animal Feed(s)

Official Source(s)

APHIS Pet Travel Issuance of Import Permit of Live Animal(s) Animal/Wildlife Import Permit