Pet Travel Requirements for Peru

Vaccinations

Description:

Rabies vaccination is required. SENASA/MIDAGRI indicate vaccination can be administered from 3 months of age. No specific post-vaccination waiting period is stated in the cited sources; the vaccine must be current and recorded on the health certificate.

Dog must be vaccinated against rabies.
Rabies vaccination must be current at the time of entry.
Details of the rabies vaccine must appear on the official international health certificate.

Description:

The international health certificate must reflect core canine vaccinations as indicated by SENASA/MIDAGRI guidance.

Canine distemper (moquillo).
Parvovirus.
Infectious canine hepatitis.
Leptospirosis.

Description:

An antiparasitic/deworming treatment is required within the period indicated by the latest SENASA/MIDAGRI guidance.

Note: Newer guidance specifies treatment within 30 days before travel (older posts mentioned 15 days). Use the 30-day window; confirm with SENASA if unsure.

Administer internal/external parasite treatment within 30 days prior to travel.
Record treatment details on the international health certificate.

Certifications

Description:

An official international veterinary health certificate from the competent authority of the country of origin must accompany the dog and will be reviewed by SENASA upon arrival.

Issued by the official veterinary authority of the country of origin (for travelers from the United States, USDA APHIS endorsement applies).
Certifies the animal is clinically healthy and fit for travel.
Includes details of required vaccinations and deworming/parasite treatments.
Must be presented to SENASA at the port of entry.

Microchip

No import microchip requirement is stated by SENASA/MIDAGRI for dogs entering Peru. Microchipping may be recommended for identification but is not specified as mandatory.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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SENASA Border Inspection and Fee

Dogs are subject to SENASA inspection at the point of entry. The owner/guardian must present the animal and documentation, undergo a clinical check, and pay the applicable inspection fee.

Present the dog to SENASA inspectors at arrival (e.g., Jorge Chávez International Airport or other SENASA posts).
Undergo a clinical inspection by SENASA.
Pay the SENASA inspection fee.
If documentation is incomplete or missing, additional measures may apply per SENASA procedures.

Import-Specific Links

MIDAGRI/SENASA press note: Lo que debes saber para salir o ingresar del país con tus perros y gatos SENASA: ¿Viajas con tu mascota? Requisitos para ingresar o salir de Perú SENASA: Conoce los requisitos para la salida e ingreso de mascotas al país SENASA: ¿Qué sucede cuando una mascota no cuenta con documentación del país de procedencia? USDA APHIS – Pet Travel: Peru

Official Source(s)

MIDAGRI/SENASA press note: “Lo que debes saber para salir o ingresar del país con tus perros y gatos” SENASA: “¿Viajas con tu mascota? Requisitos para ingresar o salir de Perú.” SENASA: “Conoce los requisitos para la salida e ingreso de mascotas al país.” SENASA: “¿Qué sucede cuando una mascota no cuenta con documentación del país de procedencia?” SENASA – VUCE (Permisos sanitarios de importación) USDA APHIS – Pet Travel: Peru

Vaccinations

Description:

Rabies vaccination is required. SENASA/MIDAGRI indicate vaccination can be administered from 3 months of age. No specific post-vaccination waiting period is stated in the cited sources; the vaccine must be current and recorded on the health certificate.

Cat must be vaccinated against rabies.
Rabies vaccination must be current at the time of entry.
Details of the rabies vaccine must appear on the international health certificate.

Description:

The international health certificate must reflect feline panleukopenia vaccination as indicated by SENASA/MIDAGRI guidance.

Feline panleukopenia vaccination documented on the certificate.

Description:

An antiparasitic/deworming treatment is required within the period indicated by the latest SENASA/MIDAGRI guidance.

Note: Newer guidance specifies treatment within 30 days before travel (older posts mentioned 15 days). Use the 30-day window; confirm with SENASA if unsure.

Administer internal/external parasite treatment within 30 days prior to travel.
Record treatment details on the international health certificate.

Certifications

Description:

An official international veterinary health certificate from the competent authority of the country of origin must accompany the cat and will be reviewed by SENASA upon arrival.

Issued by the official veterinary authority of the country of origin (for travelers from the United States, USDA APHIS endorsement applies).
Certifies the animal is clinically healthy and fit for travel.
Includes details of required vaccinations and deworming/parasite treatments.
Must be presented to SENASA at the port of entry.

Microchip

No import microchip requirement is stated by SENASA/MIDAGRI for cats entering Peru. Microchipping may be recommended for identification but is not specified as mandatory.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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SENASA Border Inspection and Fee

Cats are subject to SENASA inspection at the point of entry. The owner/guardian must present the animal and documentation, undergo a clinical check, and pay the applicable inspection fee.

Present the cat to SENASA inspectors at arrival (e.g., Jorge Chávez International Airport or other SENASA posts).
Undergo a clinical inspection by SENASA.
Pay the SENASA inspection fee.
If documentation is incomplete or missing, additional measures may apply per SENASA procedures.

Import-Specific Links

MIDAGRI/SENASA press note: Lo que debes saber para salir o ingresar del país con tus perros y gatos SENASA: ¿Viajas con tu mascota? Requisitos para ingresar o salir de Perú SENASA: Conoce los requisitos para la salida e ingreso de mascotas al país SENASA: ¿Qué sucede cuando una mascota no cuenta con documentación del país de procedencia? USDA APHIS – Pet Travel: Peru

Official Source(s)

MIDAGRI/SENASA press note: “Lo que debes saber para salir o ingresar del país con tus perros y gatos” SENASA: “¿Viajas con tu mascota? Requisitos para ingresar o salir de Perú.” SENASA: “Conoce los requisitos para la salida e ingreso de mascotas al país.” SENASA: “¿Qué sucede cuando una mascota no cuenta con documentación del país de procedencia?” SENASA – VUCE (Permisos sanitarios de importación) USDA APHIS – Pet Travel: Peru

Vaccinations

Description:

Vaccination requirements are not specified in general guidance. Species-specific conditions, if any, will be detailed in the Import Sanitary Permit (PSI) granted by SENASA.

Certifications

Description:

Before travel, obtain a SENASA Import Sanitary Permit (Permiso Sanitario de Importación, PSI) through the VUCE system. The PSI will list all applicable conditions for import.

Apply for and obtain the PSI from SENASA via VUCE prior to shipment.
Comply with all conditions stated in the granted PSI (these may include quarantine, tests, or other measures).

Description:

An official health/export certificate from the competent authority of the country of origin must accompany the animal(s) and meet the PSI conditions.

Issued by the official veterinary authority of the exporting country.
References the PSI number and attests compliance with all PSI conditions.

Description:

Some species may require CITES documentation in addition to SENASA permits.

If the species is CITES-listed, obtain the required CITES permits prior to travel.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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SENASA Border Inspection and Fee

All consignments are subject to SENASA inspection at the point of entry, and applicable inspection fees apply.

Present the animals and documentation to SENASA upon arrival.
Undergo inspection; additional actions may be taken if requirements are not met.

Process References (Airport procedures)

Per official airport guidance, imports may involve inspection records such as IIV/APIV/RIV in addition to the PSI for applicable species.

Follow the steps indicated by SENASA at the airport for inspection and verification.
Use the relevant SENASA forms when instructed (e.g., RIV).

Import-Specific Links

SENASA – VUCE (Import permit channels/codes) Formato CA-01.1 – Solicitud de PSI (animales/productos de origen animal) Material informativo – Ingreso de Mascotas (procedimiento en aeropuerto) SENASA: ¿Qué sucede cuando una mascota no cuenta con documentación del país de procedencia?

Official Source(s)

MIDAGRI/SENASA press note: “Lo que debes saber para salir o ingresar del país con tus perros y gatos” SENASA: “¿Viajas con tu mascota? Requisitos para ingresar o salir de Perú.” SENASA: “Conoce los requisitos para la salida e ingreso de mascotas al país.” SENASA: “¿Qué sucede cuando una mascota no cuenta con documentación del país de procedencia?” SENASA – VUCE (Permisos sanitarios de importación) USDA APHIS – Pet Travel: Peru

Vaccinations

Description:

Per general SENASA guidance, vaccination requirements for rabbits are not specified in a generic manner; any required measures would be stated in the Import Sanitary Permit (PSI).

Note: USDA APHIS indicates a prohibition on pet rabbits from the United States due to Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RHD). Travelers should verify current status directly with SENASA before planning travel.

Certifications

Description:

Rabbits generally require a SENASA Import Sanitary Permit (PSI) obtained in advance via VUCE; the PSI will specify all import conditions.

Apply for and obtain the PSI from SENASA via VUCE prior to shipment.
Comply with all conditions stated in the granted PSI.

Description:

An official health/export certificate from the competent authority of the country of origin must accompany the rabbit(s) and meet the PSI conditions.

Issued by the official veterinary authority of the exporting country.
References the PSI number and attests compliance with all PSI conditions.

Description:

USDA APHIS notes that pet rabbits from the United States are currently prohibited from entry to Peru due to Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RHD). Confirm current entry status with SENASA.

If originating from the United States, verify current prohibition status with SENASA before travel.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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SENASA Border Inspection and Fee

Subject to SENASA inspection at the point of entry; inspection fees apply.

Present the animals and documentation to SENASA upon arrival.

Import-Specific Links

SENASA – VUCE (Import permit channels/codes) Formato CA-01.1 – Solicitud de PSI (animales/productos de origen animal) USDA APHIS – Pet Travel: Peru Material informativo – Ingreso de Mascotas (procedimiento en aeropuerto)

Official Source(s)

MIDAGRI/SENASA press note: “Lo que debes saber para salir o ingresar del país con tus perros y gatos” SENASA: “¿Viajas con tu mascota? Requisitos para ingresar o salir de Perú.” SENASA: “Conoce los requisitos para la salida e ingreso de mascotas al país.” SENASA: “¿Qué sucede cuando una mascota no cuenta con documentación del país de procedencia?” SENASA – VUCE (Permisos sanitarios de importación) USDA APHIS – Pet Travel: Peru

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Certifications

Microchip

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Vaccinations

Certifications

Microchip

Origin Requirements

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SENASA Border Inspection and Fee

Import-Specific Links

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