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United States
Pet Types
dog Regulations
Vaccinations
Description: Dogs must have a valid rabies vaccination certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian. The requirements vary depending on whether the dog is vaccinated in the U.S. or in a foreign country and based on the country’s rabies risk status.
- Dogs from high-risk countries must be vaccinated against rabies at least 28 days before entry.
- Foreign rabies vaccination certificates must be endorsed by an official government veterinarian if used to apply for a CDC Dog Import Permit.
- Dogs entering from dog rabies-free or low-risk countries may not require rabies vaccination if traveling with proof of residency in a low-risk country for the past 6 months.
- U.S.-vaccinated dogs re-entering from high-risk countries must enter via a CDC-approved port with required documents.
Certifications
Description: Required for dogs vaccinated in foreign countries that are high-risk for dog rabies.
- Valid rabies vaccination certificate
- Recent photo of the dog
- Microchip number
- Travel itinerary
- Arrival at CDC-approved port of entry
Microchip
Required for dogs entering from high-risk countries. Microchip number must match documentation and vaccination certificate.
More Info
All dogs entering the U.S. must meet CDC importation regulations. Requirements vary depending on the country of origin and rabies risk level. Dogs from high-risk countries must enter through CDC-approved ports. Some dogs require import permits, certificates, and proof of rabies vaccination.
