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Canary Islands

Updated: February 12, 2026 Source: December 8, 2025

Dog & Cat & Ferret Regulations

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Vaccinations
Description:

Rabies vaccination is required under Spain/EU rules. The pet must be identified by microchip before the rabies vaccination is administered, and at least 21 days must pass after a primary (first) rabies vaccination before entry.

  • Valid rabies vaccination administered at ≥12 weeks of age
  • Microchip implantation must occur before the rabies vaccination
  • Wait at least 21 days after a primary rabies vaccination before entry
  • Booster vaccinations must be valid on the day of entry per manufacturer’s schedule
  • Rabies details (date, product, lot, microchip number) must match the EU health certificate
Certifications
Description:

Use the EU non-commercial model for Spain (EN-ES) when the owner (or a designated person) travels with the pet(s) within ±5 days and the movement is not for sale/transfer. The certificate must be completed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian and endorsed by USDA. Pets must arrive in the EU within 10 days of USDA endorsement.

  • Use the EN-ES non-commercial model for Spain (dogs/cats/ferrets)
  • Completed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian
  • USDA endorsement required before departure
  • Owner or designated person travels within ±5 days of the pet
  • Maximum of 5 pets for non-commercial movement
  • Arrive in the EU within 10 days of USDA endorsement
Microchip

ISO 11784/11785-compliant 15-digit microchip required. The microchip must be implanted before the rabies vaccination. If a non-ISO microchip is used, the owner must supply a compatible reader.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Traveler Entry Points (PEV) – Canary Islands

Entry from non-EU countries into the Canary Islands must occur through designated Traveler Entry Points (Puntos de Entrada de Viajeros, PEV). The official list includes Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Palma, Tenerife Norte, and Tenerife Sur.

  • Arrive through a designated PEV listed by Spain’s MAPA
  • Carry original endorsed certificates and supporting documents for inspection
Movement Type (non-commercial vs commercial)

Non-commercial movements: the owner or designated person travels with the pet(s) within ±5 days, with no intent to sell/transfer and generally no more than 5 pets. Otherwise, use the commercial model certificate and procedures.

  • Confirm the movement qualifies as non-commercial before selecting the certificate model
  • If non-commercial criteria are not met, use the 2025 commercial model and procedures
Using USDA-Accredited Vets and VEHCS

Work with a USDA-accredited veterinarian to complete the correct EU model certificate. Many certificates can be prepared and submitted via the Veterinary Export Health Certification System (VEHCS) for USDA endorsement.

  • Locate a USDA-accredited veterinarian
  • Prepare the certificate in VEHCS where available
  • Allow sufficient time for USDA review/endorsement before travel
Import-Specific Links
USDA APHIS – Canary Islands (Spain) pet travel USDA APHIS – Spain pet travel (EU rules) EU non-commercial certificate (dogs/cats/ferrets) – Spain over 16 wks (EN-ES) EU commercial certificate (dogs/cats/ferrets) – EN-ES (2025 model) Owner declaration (Annex) – ES/EN (01/11/2019) MAPA – Viajar con la mascota: Perros, gatos, hurones Lista oficial de PEV (incluye Canarias) – 20/10/2025 USDA APHIS – VEHCS USDA APHIS – Find a USDA-Accredited Veterinarian
Official Source(s)
USDA-Accredited Veterinarians VEHCS help page USDA APHIS: Pet Travel From the United States to Canary Islands USDA APHIS: Pet Travel From the United States to Spain MAPA (Spain): Viajar con animales de compañía – Portal MAPA (Spain): Viajar con la mascota – Perros, gatos, hurones MAPA (Spain): Viajar con la mascota – Aves (pájaros de compañía) MAPA (Spain): Viajar con la mascota – Otras especies MAPA: Lista oficial de PEV (incluye Canarias)