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Brazil
Pet Types
dog Regulations
Vaccinations
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
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
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rabies free origin
If the origin country is recognized as rabies-free by WOAH and this is stated on the IVC, no proof of rabies vaccination is required.dog cat
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under 90 days
Animals <90 days old may enter without rabies vaccination if the IVC certifies age at issuance and no urban rabies cases on the premises in the prior 90 days (owner statement or official epidemiology).dog cat
More Info
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.).
