Can you bring dogs in and out of Mexico?

Although Mexico does not require a health certificate to enter with your dog, it is always a good idea to have following documentation with you: An up-to-date rabies certificate. Some border crossing stations are asking for proof of a rabies vaccine. Vaccination record of vaccines and due dates.



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Unless you are traveling with a puppy under three months, dogs coming into Mexico via air or road will need to be vaccinated against rabies, and you will need to show proof of the vaccination record and its validity (dogs need to be vaccinated against rabies every 1 – 3 years depending on the type of vaccine used and ...

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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, 2024; all current requirements will remain in place.

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You must bring a copy of your dog's current rabies vaccination certificate from a licensed veterinarian including: Your information: name and address. Your dog's description: breed, sex, age, colour, markings, and other identifying information for the dog. Date of rabies vaccination and vaccine product information.

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Pets in the Cabin Aeromexico welcomes small cats or dogs to fly in the cabin, as long as the flight is less than 6 hours in length. Each passenger is allowed to bring 1 pet on board with them. Pets must remain inside carriers.

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According to estimates released by the Department of Transportation, less than 1 in 10,000 animals were injured, lost, or killed from flying. That said, the general safety of flying your pet as cargo doesn't discount the gravity of the fact that animals are sometimes harmed by flying in the cargo hold.

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This dog may enter the US through any port of entry without proof of rabies vaccination because Mexico is NOT on the list of high-risk countries for dog rabies.

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In Cancun you can do it! We have a special place for you and your pet friend to enjoy under the nice sun of Cancun; there is a great pet-friendly beach facing the blue-hued sea, the Mirador II, also known as Punta Nizuc.

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You probably have a plan for your own passport, but your animal companion needs one too. All pets traveling to and from the United States need a passport. Keep in mind, a “pet passport” in the U.S. refers to the extra documents you need to travel to other countries with your pet.

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All citizens of the United States must present a valid passport when entering Mexican territory by any means of transportation. There are no exceptions for minors. Stays less than 72 hours within the border area, do not require an Official Entry Immigration Form (FMM).

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Coming Home With Dogs You need to provide a certificate of rabies vaccination obtained within 12 months of your trip, but no less than 30 days prior to re-entry into the U.S. After presenting the document, your dog will have to pass a physical examination as well.

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A champion in saving lives Mexico: a champion in the fight against rabies. It's the first country in the world to be declared free from dog-transmitted rabies according to new standards by the World Health Organization (WHO)1.

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The whole process of flying can be stressful for a dog, but those levels of stress can be greatly reduced with a few simple home comforts and reassurances. Ensuring your flight is a non-stop flight rather than one with changeovers can be a huge benefit to your dog, as can looking to travel at a suitable time.

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Cargo travel is stressful for any pet, young or old. Senior pets, pets prone to anxiety, or those in general poor health are at increased risk of heart failure during travel.

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Your pet will be in his crate for the entirety of the flight in a temperature-controlled portion of the cargo hold. While some pets simply sleep or rest until the plane lands, others panic or suffer from motion sickness.

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