Pet Travel Requirements for Brazil

dog Regulations

Vaccinations

Description:

Rabies vaccination proof is required for dogs ≥ 90 days old. If it is the first vaccination, travel is allowed only 21 days after the shot. Dogs from rabies-free countries do not need to present proof of rabies vaccination if this is stated on the IVC.

Dog is ≥90 days at entry → carry rabies vaccination certificate (vaccine name/type, date) issued by a licensed veterinarian and recognized by the Veterinary Authority.
First rabies vaccination → wait at least 21 days before travel.
Dog <90 days → may enter without rabies vaccination if the IVC certifies the dog was <90 days at issuance and has not been on premises with reported urban rabies cases in the past 90 days (owner statement or official epidemiology).
Origin is rabies-free (per WOAH) → no proof required if the IVC explicitly states rabies-free origin.
Keep documents in English or French/Portuguese where possible to ease inspection.

Certifications

Description:

IVC/Pet Passport issued/endorsed by the official Veterinary Authority. Private-vet-only certificates are not accepted. Must include health exam and parasite treatment attestations.

Health exam: performed within 10 days prior to the IVC issue date; pet shows no clinical signs of infectious/parasitic disease and is fit to travel.
Parasite treatment: broad-spectrum internal and external treatments administered within 15 days prior to the IVC issue date; list active ingredients and products approved by the Veterinary Authority.
IVC validity: 60 days from issuance (as long as rabies vaccination remains valid).
Leishmaniasis: Brazil might not accept animals previously diagnosed.
From the U.S.: USDA APHIS endorsement (digital VEHCS endorsement accepted) and the printed endorsed certificate must accompany the animal.

Microchip

Brazil does not require a microchip for entry. Airlines or transit countries might; check carrier/transit rules.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Present an International Veterinary Certificate (IVC) / Pet Passport issued or endorsed by the official Veterinary Authority (not just a private vet). EU Pet Passports are not accepted unless there is reciprocal acceptance (currently the European Pet Passport is not valid to enter Brazil). IVC validity: 60 days from issuance while the rabies vaccine remains valid. Electronic issuance/digital USDA endorsement is accepted (from the U.S.).

Import-Specific Links

Brazil PDF: Dogs/Cats Requirements APHIS — Dogs/Cats Health Certificate (valid 60 days)

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

cat Regulations

Vaccinations

Description:

Rabies vaccination proof is required for cats ≥ 90 days old. If first vaccination, wait 21 days before travel. Cats from rabies-free countries do not need proof if this is stated on the IVC.

Cat is ≥90 days at entry → rabies vaccination certificate with vaccine details and date.
First rabies vaccination → wait at least 21 days before travel.
Cat <90 days → may enter without rabies vaccination if IVC certifies age and no exposure on premises with urban rabies cases in the last 90 days.
Origin rabies-free (per WOAH) → no proof required if the IVC states this.

Certifications

Description:

IVC/Pet Passport from the official Veterinary Authority; includes parasite treatment and exam attestations.

Health exam within 10 days before IVC issue; animal clinically healthy and fit for transport.
Parasite treatment (internal & external) within 15 days before IVC issue; specify active ingredients.
IVC valid 60 days from issuance (while rabies vaccine valid).
From the U.S.: USDA APHIS endorsement (digital via VEHCS accepted) and carry the printed endorsed certificate.

Microchip

Brazil does not require a microchip for entry. Airlines or transit countries might; check carrier/transit rules.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

Present an International Veterinary Certificate (IVC) / Pet Passport issued or endorsed by the official Veterinary Authority (not private vet only). IVC validity: 60 days from issuance while rabies vaccination remains valid. Electronic issuance/digital USDA endorsement is accepted (from the U.S.).

Import-Specific Links

Brazil PDF: Dogs/Cats Requirements APHIS — Dogs/Cats Health Certificate (valid 60 days)

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

bird Regulations

Vaccinations

Not specified.

Certifications

Description:

Official veterinary certificate per Brazil’s requirements; check current HPAI measures and designated points of entry.

Obtain/exporting-country official veterinary certificate meeting Brazil’s bird requirements.
Comply with any HPAI-related restrictions and inspection requirements.
Confirm if MAPA import authorization is required for the species.

Microchip

N/A.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Entry conditions vary by species/origin and can change with avian influenza controls. Expect an official veterinary health certificate and, in many cases, import authorization. Always verify the current certificate model and MAPA rules.

Import-Specific Links

APHIS — Birds Health Certificate

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

hedgehog Regulations

Vaccinations

Not specified.

Certifications

Description:

Import permit (MAPA authorization) required for hedgehogs.

Apply to MAPA Federal Superintendence of the destination State before travel.
Carry the official veterinary certificate matching Brazil’s model when applicable.

Microchip

N/A.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

Hedgehogs require a MAPA import permit/authorization prior to entry.

Import-Specific Links

APHIS — Hedgehog note & certificate

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

rabbit Regulations

Vaccinations

Not specified.

Certifications

Description:

Import permit (MAPA authorization) required for rabbits.

Apply to MAPA Federal Superintendence of the destination State.
Carry the appropriate official veterinary certificate when applicable.

Microchip

N/A.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

Rabbits require a MAPA import permit/authorization prior to entry.

Import-Specific Links

APHIS — Rabbit note & certificate

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

rodent Regulations

Vaccinations

Not specified.

Certifications

Description:

Import permit (MAPA authorization) required for rodents.

Apply to MAPA Federal Superintendence of the destination State.
Carry the appropriate official veterinary certificate when applicable.

Microchip

N/A.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

Rodents require a MAPA import permit/authorization prior to entry.

Import-Specific Links

APHIS — Rodent note & certificate

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

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dog Regulations

Vaccinations

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Microchip

Origin Requirements

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cat Regulations

Vaccinations

Certifications

Microchip

Origin Requirements

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Import-Specific Links

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bird Regulations

Vaccinations

Certifications

Microchip

Origin Requirements

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Import-Specific Links

Official Source(s)

hedgehog Regulations

Vaccinations

Certifications

Microchip

Origin Requirements

More Info

Import-Specific Links

Official Source(s)

rabbit Regulations

Vaccinations

Certifications

Microchip

Origin Requirements

More Info

Import-Specific Links

Official Source(s)

rodent Regulations

Vaccinations

Certifications

Microchip

Origin Requirements

More Info

Import-Specific Links

Official Source(s)