Pet Travel Requirements for Trinidad and Tobago

Dog Regulations

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Vaccinations

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Animal must be vaccinated against rabies.

Have your animal micro-chipped with a brand accepted by the International Standards Organization (Standard 11784 or Annex A to standard 11785 with the ISO Standard Chip prior to the animal receiving a rabies vaccination.
Animal must have a rabies blood test (FAVN or RFFIT) done at least one (1) month after vaccination. This test must be done at an approved laboratory, and Original Laboratory Results must sent directly via email by the Laboratory to the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer at: aphmalmr@gmail.com
Intact dogs must be tested negative for Brucella canis.
Animals must be treated for internal and external parasites prior to export.
Names of all countries where the animal has resided for the six months prior to export must be provided on the health certificate.
Apply to the Trinidad and Tobago Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer at aphmalmr@gmail.com for an import permit at least (1) one month in advance of your planned travel date, and ensure you have an import permit prior to entry.
An international health certificate must be issued by a USDA Accredited Veterinarian and endorsed by USDA within (7) days of arrival to Trinidad and Tobago.
Notify the Veterinary Officer, Quarantine, Veterinary Services, telephone (868) 693-2910 and nadcaph2013@gmail.com at least two (2) working days before the scheduled time of arrival.

Certifications

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An international health certificate must be issued by a USDA Accredited Veterinarian and endorsed by USDA within (7) days of arrival to Trinidad and Tobago.

The endorsed health certificate can be printed out directly from VEHCS and does not have to be mailed back to you. The printed, endorsed health certificate must accompany the animal(s) during shipment or travel.

Microchip

Have your animal micro-chipped with a brand accepted by the International Standards Organization (Standard 11784 or Annex A to standard 11785 with the ISO Standard Chip prior to the animal receiving a rabies vaccination.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

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For further information contact the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer at: 80 Abercromby Street, Port of Spain
Telephone: 868-625-5997; 625-1473
Email: aphmalmr@gmail.com

Import-Specific Links

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Cat Regulations

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Vaccinations

Description:

Animal must be vaccinated against rabies.

Have your animal micro-chipped with a brand accepted by the International Standards Organization (Standard 11784 or Annex A to standard 11785 with the ISO Standard Chip prior to the animal receiving a rabies vaccination.
Animal must have a rabies blood test (FAVN or RFFIT) done at least one (1) month after vaccination. This test must be done at an approved laboratory, and Original Laboratory Results must sent directly via email by the Laboratory to the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer at: aphmalmr@gmail.com
Intact cats must be tested negative for Brucella canis.
Animals must be treated for internal and external parasites prior to export.
Names of all countries where the animal has resided for the six months prior to export must be provided on the health certificate.
Apply to the Trinidad and Tobago Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer at aphmalmr@gmail.com for an import permit at least (1) one month in advance of your planned travel date, and ensure you have an import permit prior to entry.
An international health certificate must be issued by a USDA Accredited Veterinarian and endorsed by USDA within (7) days of arrival to Trinidad and Tobago.
Notify the Veterinary Officer, Quarantine, Veterinary Services, telephone (868) 693-2910 and nadcaph2013@gmail.com at least two (2) working days before the scheduled time of arrival.

Certifications

Description:

An international health certificate must be issued by a USDA Accredited Veterinarian and endorsed by USDA within (7) days of arrival to Trinidad and Tobago.

The endorsed health certificate can be printed out directly from VEHCS and does not have to be mailed back to you. The printed, endorsed health certificate must accompany the animal(s) during shipment or travel.

Microchip

Have your animal micro-chipped with a brand accepted by the International Standards Organization (Standard 11784 or Annex A to standard 11785 with the ISO Standard Chip prior to the animal receiving a rabies vaccination.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

For further information contact the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer at: 80 Abercromby Street, Port of Spain
Telephone: 868-625-5997; 625-1473
Email: aphmalmr@gmail.com

Import-Specific Links

APPLICATION FOR A PERMIT TO IMPORT DOGS AND CATS Veterinary Health Certificate VEHCS Help VEHCS Login

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Bird Regulations

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Vaccinations

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To take a pet bird (including psittacine) to Trinidad and Tobago, you must receive permission from their Wildlife Division. They will issue an approval which must be brought to the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Marine office in order for an import permit to be issued.

Agricultural County Offices are open to the public every Wednesday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, except public holidays. To find out what county office is responsible for your area, call the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries at (868) 622-1221-5.

Certifications

Description:

Must receive permission from their Wildlife Division.

Bring the approval to the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Marine office in order for an import permit to be issued.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

Not specified.

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Ferret Regulations

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Vaccinations

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To take a ferret to Trinidad and Tobago, you must receive permission from their Wildlife Division. They will issue an approval which must be brought to the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Marine office in order for an import permit to be issued.

Agricultural County Offices are open to the public every Wednesday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, except public holidays. To find out what county office is responsible for your area, call the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries at (868) 622-1221-5.

Certifications

Description:

Must receive permission from their Wildlife Division.

Bring the approval to the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Marine office in order for an import permit to be issued.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

Not specified.

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Hamster Regulations

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Vaccinations

Description:

To take a hamster to Trinidad and Tobago, you must receive permission from their Wildlife Division. They will issue an approval which must be brought to the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Marine office in order for an import permit to be issued.

Agricultural County Offices are open to the public every Wednesday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, except public holidays. To find out what county office is responsible for your area, call the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries at (868) 622-1221-5.

Certifications

Description:

Must receive permission from their Wildlife Division.

Bring the approval to the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Marine office in order for an import permit to be issued.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

Not specified.

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Other Pets Regulations

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Vaccinations

Description:

For pet travel requirements not listed, APHIS has not been officially informed by the foreign country about the requirements for your pet’s travel. We recommend that you contact a government official of the country you are traveling to for more information.

Certifications

Description:

Not specified.

Microchip

Not specified.

Origin Requirements

No origin-specific requirements for this pet.

More Info

Not specified.

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Cat Regulations

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Bird Regulations

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Vaccinations

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Ferret Regulations

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Vaccinations

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Hamster Regulations

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Vaccinations

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Microchip

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Other Pets Regulations

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Vaccinations

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