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Chile
Dog & Cat Regulations
Vaccinations
Per SAG rules for traditional companion animals (Resolución SAG N° 6.508/2021, modificada por Resolución N° 3.543/2023), dogs and cats must be vaccinated against rabies. For a primary (first-ever) rabies vaccination, at least 21 days must elapse before entry. For booster vaccinations, the vaccine must be valid through entry, according to the manufacturer's validity.
- Rabies vaccination is required.
- Primary vaccination: wait at least 21 days before entering Chile.
- Booster vaccination: must be current/valid on the date of entry (per manufacturer).
Certifications
A Certificado Zoosanitario Internacional (CZI) issued by the official veterinary authority of the country of origin is required, reflecting clinical health, rabies vaccination status, and treatments as required by SAG. For travelers from the United States, use the APHIS Chile dog/cat health certificate completed by a USDA-Accredited Veterinarian and endorsed by USDA-APHIS. VEHCS electronic endorsement/signatures are accepted; travel with a printed copy of the endorsed certificate.
- Obtain a CZI from the official veterinary authority of the country of origin.
- If originating in the U.S.: have a USDA-Accredited Veterinarian complete the APHIS Chile dog/cat certificate and obtain USDA-APHIS endorsement (VEHCS accepted).
- Carry a printed copy of the endorsed certificate during travel and present it to SAG on arrival.
Microchip
Not specified by SAG for entry of dogs and cats. If your pet has an identification microchip or other ID, ensure the same identifier appears on the health certificate.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
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Parasite treatment window
SAG requires preventative parasite treatments in a specific timeframe for dogs and cats under Resolución 6.508/2021 (mod. 3.543/2023).
- Administer internal and external antiparasitic treatments within 5–30 days prior to entry, and have them recorded on the CZI/health certificate.
Notes on procedures
SAG’s page citing the 2021 resolution and its 2023 modification controls current entry conditions. Some older wording on the separate SAG trámite page may differ; confirm requirements with SAG if in doubt.
