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French Guyana
Dog & Cat & Ferret Regulations
Vaccinations
Dogs, cats, and ferrets entering French Guyana (France) must comply with French/EU rules for non-commercial movement from third countries. A valid rabies vaccination is required. Per MASA guidance, a rabies antibody titre (RNATT) is not required when arriving from an EU-listed country (e.g., the United States).
- Animal must be uniquely identified (microchip) before rabies vaccination.
- Primary rabies vaccination must be completed and at least 21 days old on the date of entry; boosters are valid per the manufacturer’s duration if kept current.
- Rabies vaccination details must be recorded on the EU health certificate (or EU pet passport, if applicable).
- No rabies antibody titre (RNATT) is required when arriving from an EU-listed country.
Certifications
An EU animal health certificate for non-commercial movement of dogs, cats, and ferrets issued by the competent authority of the country of departure is required for entry into France/French Guyana. Follow the national guidance and, if departing the United States, the USDA APHIS instructions for certification and endorsement.
- Certificate must be issued and signed by the official (competent) veterinarian of the exporting country.
- Certificate must reference the animal’s microchip identification and rabies vaccination details.
- Used for non-commercial movement under EU rules (generally up to five pets accompanying the owner or authorised person).
- Certificate validity for entry follows EU timelines (e.g., entry within the stated validity window from issuance).
Microchip
Animal must be identified by an ISO-compliant microchip meeting EU/France requirements. A readable tattoo applied before 3 July 2011 may be accepted under EU rules.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
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General
French national (MASA) guidance applies to French Guyana. For any local procedural clarifications (e.g., inspection logistics on arrival), contact DAAF Guyane. French Customs provides traveler guidance on entering France with pets.
