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Paraguay

Source: January 25, 2026

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Vaccinations

Description:

Dogs and cats entering Paraguay must meet rabies vaccination requirements per SENACSA guidance aligned with the MERCOSUR baseline.

The animal must be currently vaccinated against rabies.
The animal must be at least 90 days old at the time of its primary rabies vaccination.
Wait at least 21 days after the primary rabies vaccination before entry.
Rabies vaccination details must be documented on the health certificate or vaccination record accompanying the animal.

Certifications

Description:

An official International Veterinary Certificate (CVI) following the MERCOSUR pet model is required.

Issued by the competent veterinary authority of the exporting country in accordance with SENACSA requirements.
For animals exported from the United States, the certificate must be endorsed by USDA APHIS.
The original CVI must accompany the animal and be presented to SENACSA at an authorized point of entry upon arrival.

Microchip

ISO 11784/11785-compliant microchip identification is required.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Parasite treatment

Preventive treatments are required per SENACSA/MERCOSUR baseline.

Administer internal and external antiparasitic treatments within 15 days prior to entry and record them on the certificate.

Entry control

All pets and documents are subject to SENACSA inspection at arrival.

Present the pet and original documents to SENACSA officials at an authorized entry/exit post.

Quantity and commercial status

Non-commercial entry is limited; larger numbers are treated as commercial consignments.

Up to five (5) dogs and/or cats may enter as non-commercial pets.
Six (6) or more animals are considered a commercial consignment and must follow live-animal import procedures, including prior authorization with SENACSA via the VUI platform.

Health conditions

Entry may be refused for certain diseases.

SENACSA may deny entry to animals with leishmaniasis or under predominant suspicion of the disease.

Import-Specific Links

SENACSA – Viajar con Mascotas (Ingreso/Egreso de Animales de Compañía) SENACSA – Puntos de ingreso y salida del país USDA APHIS – Pet Travel from the United States to Paraguay

Official Source(s)

SENACSA – Viajar con Mascotas (Ingreso/Egreso de Animales de Compañía) SENACSA – Cuarentena (marco y servicios) SENACSA – Puntos de ingreso y salida del país DNIT – Ventanilla Única del Importador (VUI) USDA APHIS – Pet Travel from the United States to Paraguay

Vaccinations

Description:

Not specified.

Certifications

Description:

Prior authorization and official certification are required for avian species.

Obtain prior import authorization from SENACSA through the DNIT Ventanilla Única del Importador (VUI) platform before travel.
Secure an official zoosanitary certificate issued by the competent authority of the exporting country in line with the conditions of SENACSA's authorization.
If the species is regulated by CITES, obtain the corresponding CITES permits before shipment.
Quarantine authorization and/or post-entry quarantine may be required; coordinate with SENACSA in advance.
Present the birds and original documents to SENACSA at an authorized entry point on arrival.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Advance coordination

Bird imports are subject to species-specific requirements.

Coordinate with SENACSA Quarantine Services in advance to confirm species eligibility, required documents, and any quarantine arrangements.
Use the VUI platform for permit processing and status tracking.

Import-Specific Links

SENACSA – Viajar con Mascotas (Ingreso/Egreso de Animales de Compañía) SENACSA – Cuarentena DNIT – Ventanilla Única del Importador (VUI) SENACSA – Puntos de ingreso y salida del país

Official Source(s)

Vaccinations

Description:

Not specified.

Certifications

Description:

Prior authorization and official certification are required for exotic or wildlife species.

Obtain prior import authorization from SENACSA via the DNIT VUI platform before travel.
Secure an official zoosanitary certificate from the competent authority of the exporting country meeting SENACSA conditions.
If applicable, obtain CITES permits in advance.
Quarantine authorization and/or post-entry quarantine may be required; confirm with SENACSA before shipment.
Present the animal(s) and original documents to SENACSA at an authorized entry point.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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Species-specific controls

Requirements vary by species and conservation status.

Coordinate early with SENACSA to verify eligibility, facility requirements, and any additional permits.
Process import applications and authorizations through the VUI platform.

Import-Specific Links

SENACSA – Viajar con Mascotas (Ingreso/Egreso de Animales de Compañía) SENACSA – Cuarentena DNIT – Ventanilla Única del Importador (VUI) SENACSA – Puntos de ingreso y salida del país