Bringing Children & Pets

A child requires no additional measures to be taken to enter the country that a regular adult would not need to undertake.

A maximum of two animals may be imported into the country completely free of charge, beyond that, all animals are treated as commercial and so various import procedures apply and a Control Document (SPS) issued by the General Directorate of Protection of Control (GDPC) will be required.

All animals must have their own individual health certifications issued by an accredited veterinarian that must have examined the animal no more than 96 hours before travel. All certifications must declare the animal to be healthy without sign of contagious/infection disease. It’s recommended, but not enforced, that all animals have a standard ISO-compatible microchip for identification. The following documents are also required and must be stamped by the Agriculture Department of the country of origin:

• International Veterinary Health Certificate
• Vaccination Certificates
• Identification Card

Dogs must be vaccinated against DHLPP, Canine Parvovirus, Leptospirosis, Hepatitis, Canine Distemper and Rabies, with the latter administered at least a month before traveling. The Pitbull Terrier and Japanese Tosa breeds may not be imported into the country.
Cats must be vaccinated against Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia and Rabies, with the latter being administered at least a month prior to travel. The cat must also be at least four months old.

All animals must be vaccinated no more than six months and no less than 15 days before traveling.