Health checks, vaccinations, parasite treatment and a separate cargo permit.
Documents and permits
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Arrange a veterinary clinical examination in the origin country within two weeks before travel. Carry the official sanitary certificate issued by the competent origin/export authority, confirming the species-specific health requirements.
Selected requirements for personal dogs and cats. Confirm the full procedure, origin history, age, route and current forms with the authority before booking.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Rabies vaccination is required above three months of age. SENASA also lists age-appropriate distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus and leptospirosis vaccines for dogs, and rhinotracheitis, calicivirus and panleukopenia for cats. Record vaccine date, brand, batch and validity on the official certificate; vaccines must be valid at entry.
Selected requirements for personal dogs and cats. Confirm the full procedure, origin history, age, route and current forms with the authority before booking.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
Treat internal and external parasites within 15 days before arrival in Costa Rica. Declare the treatment brand, batch and validity details in the health documentation.
Selected requirements for personal dogs and cats. Confirm the full procedure, origin history, age, route and current forms with the authority before booking.
For a pet declared as cargo, arrange the prior import permit through a customs agency in addition to the health requirements.
Selected requirements for personal dogs and cats. Confirm the full procedure, origin history, age, route and current forms with the authority before booking.
