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Panama
Dog Regulations
Vaccinations
Panama has updated their import regulations to require that dogs, cats, and ferrets be vaccinated against rabies from 3 months of age and that at least 30 days have passed since the first rabies vaccination. Therefore, animals under 4 months of age are not allowed into the country.
- Vaccination against rabies from 3 months of age
- At least 30 days must have passed since the first rabies vaccination
Certifications
A health certificate is required to take your dog from the United States into Panama. The health certificate must be signed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian and endorsed by APHIS.
- Health certificate signed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian
- Endorsement by APHIS
- Stamp and signature by a Panamanian diplomatic office
Microchip
Not specified.
Origin Requirements
No origin-specific requirements for this pet.
More Info
The owner must notify Panama at least 3 days before the arrival of the pet by completing the 'Home Quarantine Request' that can be downloaded from www.minsa.gob.pa.
