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Mozambique

Updated: April 26, 2026 Source: April 4, 2024

Dogs Regulations

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Vaccinations
Description:

Vaccination conditions are set by Mozambique’s veterinary import licence. The USDA APHIS model health certificate for Mozambique includes fields to record rabies vaccination details for dogs and cats.

  • Provide proof of current rabies vaccination recorded on the official veterinary health certificate (per APHIS model form).
  • Comply with any additional vaccination or timing conditions stated on the Mozambican import licence.
Certifications
Description:

Required prior to import; conditions on the licence govern health requirements and any post-entry measures. Established under Mozambique’s Animal Health Regulation (Decreto 26/2009). Application form is provided by MAAP.

  • Obtain the import licence from MAAP before shipment.
  • Ensure the shipment complies with all sanitary conditions listed on the licence and that the licence accompanies the animal.
Microchip

Not specified. Identification requirements (e.g., microchip) may be listed on the Mozambican import licence. The APHIS model certificate includes a microchip field for identification but does not by itself establish a legal mandate.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Breed restrictions (dogs)

Mozambique has announced an interdiction on importing certain potentially dangerous dog breeds. Consult the MAAP notice for details.

  • Confirm that the dog’s breed is not subject to the interdiction before applying for the import licence.
Border inspection and controls

Border veterinary authorities may verify compliance with the import licence and health certificate. Additional measures, if any, are set by the licence and Mozambique’s Animal Health Regulation (Decreto 26/2009).

Customs

Comply with Mozambique’s customs import procedures for live animals.