Pet Travel Requirements for Brazil

Vaccinations

Description:

Rabies vaccination is required for animals aged 90 days or older. If it is the first rabies vaccination, entry is allowed only after a 21-day waiting period. Animals from rabies-free origins do not need rabies vaccination if the International Veterinary Certificate (IVC) explicitly states the rabies-free status. Puppies/kittens under 90 days may enter without rabies vaccination if additional conditions on the IVC are met.

Animal is 90 days or older at entry: present proof of current rabies vaccination.
If this is the first rabies vaccination: wait at least 21 days after vaccination before entry.
Booster vaccination: allowed without a 21-day wait as long as the previous vaccination was valid and continuous.
Animal is under 90 days old: may enter without rabies vaccination if the IVC certifies the animal’s age at issuance and that it has not been on premises with reported urban rabies cases in the 90 days prior to issuance.
Origin recognized as rabies-free: rabies vaccination is not required if the IVC explicitly states the rabies-free status.

Certifications

Description:

An IVC issued or endorsed by the exporting country’s official Veterinary Authority is required. Official Pet Passports are accepted only from countries that reciprocally accept Brazil’s Pet Passport; the European Pet Passport is not valid to enter Brazil. From the U.S., USDA APHIS endorsement is required; digital endorsement via VEHCS is accepted.

Clinical examination: performed within 10 days prior to IVC issuance; the animal is clinically healthy and fit for transport.
Parasite treatments: broad-spectrum internal and external parasite treatments administered within 15 days prior to IVC issuance; list active ingredients on the certificate.
IVC validity: 60 days from the date of issuance, provided the rabies vaccination remains valid for the entire travel period.
From the United States: obtain USDA APHIS endorsement (digital endorsement via VEHCS accepted); carry the printed endorsed certificate with the animal.

Microchip

Microchip is not required for entry.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Present an IVC or an official Pet Passport only where reciprocity applies. The European Pet Passport is not valid to enter Brazil. The animal must receive broad-spectrum internal and external parasite treatments within 15 days before IVC issuance, with active ingredients identified.

Import-Specific Links

Brazil (MAPA) - How to bring your dog or cat to Brazil (English, PDF) USDA APHIS - Pet Travel: U.S. to Brazil APHIS - International Health Certificate for Dogs and Cats to Brazil (fillable PDF)

Official Source(s)

MAPA/CFIA-equivalent (Brazil) — How to bring your dog or cat to Brazil (PDF) USDA APHIS — Pet Travel: U.S. to Brazil Ministry of Agriculture Brazil official Bringing Pet into Brazil Brazil (MAPA) - Travelers and pets (English) MAPA — Ministry of Agriculture home

Uploaded PDFs

📄 PetImportHowtobringyourdogorcattoBrazilEnglish.pdf

Vaccinations

Not specified.

Certifications

Description:

An official veterinary health certificate is required. Requirements may vary by species and current avian influenza (HPAI) measures. From the U.S., use the APHIS certificate and obtain USDA APHIS endorsement.

Obtain the exporting country’s official veterinary health certificate that meets Brazil’s requirements for birds.
From the United States: use the APHIS Veterinary Health Certificate for Birds to Brazil and have it endorsed by USDA APHIS.
Certificate validity: per APHIS model, valid for up to 10 days from the date of issue for entry into Brazil.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Entry conditions for pet birds are species- and origin-specific and may change due to animal health controls. Verify the current certificate model and any special measures before travel.

Import-Specific Links

USDA APHIS - Pet Travel: U.S. to Brazil APHIS - Veterinary Health Certificate for Birds to Brazil (fillable PDF) Brazil (MAPA) - Travelers and pets (English)

Official Source(s)

MAPA/CFIA-equivalent (Brazil) — How to bring your dog or cat to Brazil (PDF) USDA APHIS — Pet Travel: U.S. to Brazil Ministry of Agriculture Brazil official Bringing Pet into Brazil Brazil (MAPA) - Travelers and pets (English) MAPA — Ministry of Agriculture home

Uploaded PDFs

📄 PetImportHowtobringyourdogorcattoBrazilEnglish.pdf

Vaccinations

Not specified.

Certifications

Description:

A MAPA import permit/authorization is required for hedgehogs. From the U.S., an official veterinary certificate endorsed by USDA APHIS should accompany the animal.

Obtain a MAPA import permit/authorization before travel (apply with the MAPA Federal Superintendence in the destination State).
From the United States: use the APHIS hedgehog certificate and obtain USDA APHIS endorsement; carry the endorsed certificate during travel.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Hedgehogs require prior MAPA authorization (import permit). Consult the destination State’s MAPA Federal Superintendence for procedures.

Import-Specific Links

USDA APHIS - Pet Travel: U.S. to Brazil APHIS - International Health Certificate for Hedgehogs to Brazil (fillable PDF)

Official Source(s)

MAPA/CFIA-equivalent (Brazil) — How to bring your dog or cat to Brazil (PDF) USDA APHIS — Pet Travel: U.S. to Brazil Ministry of Agriculture Brazil official Bringing Pet into Brazil Brazil (MAPA) - Travelers and pets (English) MAPA — Ministry of Agriculture home

Uploaded PDFs

📄 PetImportHowtobringyourdogorcattoBrazilEnglish.pdf

Vaccinations

Not specified.

Certifications

Not specified.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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General

Specific Import Requirements (RIG) for ornamental aquatic animals are referenced in MAPA systems (e.g., SISREC). Consult MAPA for current species-specific conditions before travel.

Import-Specific Links

Brazil (MAPA) - Travelers and pets (English)

Official Source(s)

MAPA/CFIA-equivalent (Brazil) — How to bring your dog or cat to Brazil (PDF) USDA APHIS — Pet Travel: U.S. to Brazil Ministry of Agriculture Brazil official Bringing Pet into Brazil Brazil (MAPA) - Travelers and pets (English) MAPA — Ministry of Agriculture home

Uploaded PDFs

📄 PetImportHowtobringyourdogorcattoBrazilEnglish.pdf

Vaccinations

Not specified.

Certifications

Not specified.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

General

Not specified.

Import-Specific Links

Brazil (MAPA) - Travelers and pets (English)

Official Source(s)

MAPA/CFIA-equivalent (Brazil) — How to bring your dog or cat to Brazil (PDF) USDA APHIS — Pet Travel: U.S. to Brazil Ministry of Agriculture Brazil official Bringing Pet into Brazil Brazil (MAPA) - Travelers and pets (English) MAPA — Ministry of Agriculture home

Uploaded PDFs

📄 PetImportHowtobringyourdogorcattoBrazilEnglish.pdf

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