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PET TRAVEL FROM THE U.S. TO COSTA RICA

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USDA FAQ's and resources about coronavirus (COVID-19).  LEARN MORE
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Travel with a Pet
 * Definition of a Pet
 * Taking a pet from the U.S. to another country (Export)
 * Bringing a pet into the U.S. from another country (Import)
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 * Accredited Veterinarians - Pet Travel Information
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PET TRAVEL FROM THE U.S. TO COSTA RICA

Last Modified: Nov 30, 2022
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ACCREDITED VETERINARIANS - SAVE TIME AND MONEY WITH VEHCS!


"GREEN BANNER" COUNTRY

Accredited Veterinarians can submit health certificates for USDA endorsement
electronically through VEHCS (Veterinary Export Health Certification System).

This country accepts USDA digital endorsement. This means the final, endorsed
health certificate that travels with the animal(s) can be printed out directly
from VEHCS and does NOT have to be mailed back to you.

IMPORTANT: The endorsed health certificate (paper, not electronic) must
accompany the shipment. The health certificate can be printed directly from
VEHCS.



VEHCS Help  |  VEHCS Guide  |  VEHCS Login 



- - A L E R T - -

The CDC’s temporary suspension for dogs entering the United States from
high-risk countries for dog rabies implemented in July 2021 will be extended
through July 31, 2023; all current requirements will remain in place.  Effective
March 1, 2023, new documentation requirements will go into effect for all dogs
imported from high-risk rabies countries that have been vaccinated for rabies in
a foreign country.   Learn more on CDC.gov.

PET DOGS AND CATS    

An import permit issued by Costa Rica is required for unaccompanied pets.

Requirements for traveling with your pet are described in the health
certificate. APHIS endorsement of the health certificate is required after it
has been issued by a USDA Accredited Veterinarian.

Note: If you prefer not to use the health certificate model provided here, APHIS
has confirmed Costa Rica will accept an APHIS 7001 form which meets the same
requirements as the posted model certificate.


International Health Certificate

RABBITS  

International Health Certificate

PET BIRDS    

Costa Rica does not allow for the importation of pet birds.

OTHER PETS

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
recommended that you contact a government official of the country you are
traveling to for more information.

Country of destination contact information:  

 * World Organization for Animal Health - National Authorities
 * U.S. Department of State - Foreign Embassy Websites






CONSIDERATIONS FOR AIRLINE TRAVEL

Airlines and shipping lines have their own policies and requirements for
transporting pets. Check with your airline or shipping representative to
determine what requirements they may have.

Additional information for pet owners, airlines, and others about APHIS
endorsement of international health certificates.



WILL YOU BE RETURNING TO THE U.S. WITH YOUR PET? IF SO, VIEW THE REQUIREMENTS.

ALERT: Read the CDC Notice of Temporary Suspension of Dogs Entering the United
States from Countries Classified as High Risk for Dog Rabies.









ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


IMPORTANT

Carefully read ALL of the requirements related to your pet on this page.


♦ This page provides the most recent entry requirements and can change without
notice.

♦ It is the responsibility of the veterinarian to make sure the pet has met all
the health requirements of the destination country before issuing a health
certificate.

♦ Failure to meet the requirements may result in problems gaining certificate
endorsement or difficulties upon arrival in the destination country.

♦ Health certificates must be legible, accurate, and complete.

READ Pet Travel Guidance for Pets Traveling to Another Country from the United
States




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