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Mexico

Source: July 30, 2025

Pet Birds (non-raptorial; e.g., canaries, budgerigars) Regulations

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Vaccinations
Description:

Mexico applies sanitary restrictions related to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). Importation of live birds from U.S. states with detections in commercial poultry may be restricted; limited exemptions may apply. Confirm current eligibility before travel.

  • Verify current HPAI-related restrictions for the state/county of origin before travel.
  • Entry may be prohibited from areas with HPAI detections.
Certifications
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Description:

A veterinary health certificate is required for pet birds. Mexico accepts APHIS-issued certificates (including digital signature via VEHCS). Certificates must meet format and content rules and include the number of the physical seal applied to the bird’s container.

  • Certificate must be typewritten (no handwritten information or corrections).
  • Include the number of the physical seal applied to the container by the accredited veterinarian prior to departure.
  • Print single-sided; Mexico does not accept double-sided printouts.
  • Avoid abbreviations except as allowed in specified fields (per APHIS guidance).
  • Bird must be individually identified (e.g., numbered leg band) unless too small.
Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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OISA Inspection and Post-Arrival Conditions

SENASICA will conduct a physical inspection and document review at the OISA. Additional measures may be ordered at the authority’s discretion. Certain accompanying materials are not permitted.

  • Present the bird and documentation for inspection at the OISA on arrival.
  • Do not bring food, hay, straw, bedding, feces, or similar materials with the bird.
  • If disease or death occurs after import, notify the competent authority as indicated by SENASICA.
  • Birds may be subject to movement restrictions and/or additional inspections or tests after arrival as directed by authorities.
CITES/Wildlife Authorization (if applicable)

If the species is listed under CITES or Mexican wildlife regulations, obtain the required import authorization from SEMARNAT/DGVS before travel.

  • Check species status and secure any required CITES permits from SEMARNAT/DGVS before entry.
Import-Specific Links
USDA APHIS – Pet Birds to Mexico SENASICA – Welcome to Mexico! (OISA guidance) SENASICA – Si viajas con tu mascota (información general) SENASICA – Certificado Zoosanitario para Importación (emisión en OISA) SEMARNAT/DGVS – Permiso/Certificado CITES (si aplica)
Official Source(s)
SENASICA – Requisitos y procedimientos para viajar a México con tu mascota SENASICA – Programa Mascota Viajero Frecuente (PMVF) SENASICA – Certificado Zoosanitario para Importación (qué es y cuándo se emite en OISA) SENASICA – Productos para consumo animal que puedes ingresar con tu perro o gato SENASICA – “Welcome to Mexico!” (orientación para viajeros y puntos OISA) USDA APHIS – Pet Travel From the United States to Mexico SEMARNAT/DGVS – Permisos CITES para vida silvestre