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What Is Needed To Transport Your Pet To Brazil?

Brazil Pet Travel Timeline

Brazil Health Requirements

Brazil Document Requirements

FAQ: Moving Your Pet To Brazil

Pawprint City Guides For Brazil

Moving Your Pet From Brazil?

How Can WorldCare Pet Assist You?

What Do You Need to Transport Your Pet to Brazil?

Ensuring Safe and Stress-Free Pet Travel

Moving your pet to Brazil can be a smooth process with the right knowledge and preparation. Our expert guide covers everything you need to know, from health certifications to travel tips, ensuring your pet’s safe arrival in Brazil.

Please note: If you haven’t started the process, pets from low-risk rabies countries typically become eligible to move to Brazil in 4–6 weeks; from high-risk countries, plan on 3–4 months.

Important Notes on Pet Travel Timelines

What Do You Need to Transport Your Pet to Brazil?

Ensuring Safe and Stress-Free Pet Travel

Moving your pet to Brazil can be a smooth process with the right knowledge and preparation. Our expert guide covers everything you need to know, from health certifications to travel tips, ensuring your pet’s safe arrival in Brazil.

Please note: If you haven’t started the process, pets from low-risk rabies countries typically become eligible to move to Brazil in 4–6 weeks; from high-risk countries, plan on 3–4 months.

Important Notes on Pet Travel Timelines

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What Are Brazil's Banned Breeds?

Ban on animals with Leishmaniasis

Any dog (or other susceptible species) that has ever been diagnosed with Leishmaniasis cannot be imported. This means:

You’ll need a clean health history showing no past Leishmaniasis infection.
If your pet has ever tested positive (even if treated), you cannot bring it into that country.

Leishmaniasis is a parasitic disease transmitted by sandflies, and many countries prohibit the entry of animals that might carry it to protect local animal and human populations.

Dogs Prohibited In Rio de Janeiro

Pit bull–type dogs, including mixes, are prohibited within the City of Rio de Janeiro.

Should I Keep My Pet’s Original Health Documents When Moving to Brazil?

Make sure to keep all original health documents with your pet's at all times. Do not pack or take them with you—they are your pet’s “passport” for travel!

Health Requirements For Pet's To Enter Brazil

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Microchip

Microchip Timing: Your pet's microchip must be implanted before receiving their most recent vaccinations.

ISO-Compliant Microchip: Ensure your pet is identified with a 15-digit, ISO-compliant microchip.

Regular Microchip Scans: Ask your veterinarian to scan your pet's microchip during every vet visit. Confirm the microchip is functioning, readable, and matches all medical records.

Avoid Travel Delays: If your pet's microchip is unreadable or its information is incorrect on paperwork, it could delay their travel plans.

What Vaccines Are Needed For Your Pet?

Rabies Vaccine

This is a mandatory vaccine for pets over 90 days old. The vaccine needs to be at least 21 days old and less than 1 year old, and your pet must have an original Rabies Certificate.

Additional Vaccines

These vaccinations are not mandatory but a highly recommended to keep your pet safe during travel.

For Dogs:

DHPP+L: Protects against Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, and Leptospirosis.
Bordetella (Kennel Cough): Should be given within the last 6 months.

For Cats:

FVRCP: Protects against Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia.

Internal & External Parasite Treatments:

Your pet should receive treatments (Drontal and Frontline) for Internal and External Parasites 15 days before your pet travels to Brazil from a certified veterinarian, and it must be on your pet's health certificate.

Blood Tests:

No blood test is required.

Document Requirements For Pet's To Enter Brazil

Health Certificate

The certificate is valid for 60 days from the date your accredited vet issues it, and it must still be valid when your pet arrives in Brazil.

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Additional Document Requirements

FAQ: Moving Your Pet To Brazil

PawPrint City Guides For Popular Cities in Brazil

Planning pet transport to Brazil? Explore our PawPrint Guide for safe, pet-friendly services, including veterinarians, boarding kennels, dog parks, pet groomers, and pet shops!

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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São Paulo, Brazil

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Moving Your Pet From Brazil? We Can Help!

At WorldCare Pet Transport, we specialize in safe and stress-free pet relocation to and from Brazil. Here's how our comprehensive service can help you move your pet with ease:

Full Door-to-Door Pet Transport Service — Available both internationally and domestically, ensuring your pet travels comfortably from your home to their new destination.
Expert Pet Travel Consultation — Work with a dedicated Pet Relocation Counselor to create a customized plan tailor to your pet's unique needs.
Veterinary Coordination Assistance — We help coordinate vaccinations, health exams, microchip verification, and all necessary import/export documents required for pet travel to and from Brazil.
Airline-Approved Travel Carriers — Providing carriers that are perfectly sized and comfortable for your pet's journey.
Quarantine and Boarding Arrangements — Managing all quarantine requirements and safe boarding options as needed.
Professional Drivers — Our WorldCare Pet drivers will pick up your pet from your chosen location and deliver them safely in climate-controlled vehicles.
Real-Time Pet Travel Updates — Stay informed with our round-the-clock WhatsApp group set up by your Pet Relocation Counselor.
Custom Clearance and Entry Compliance — We handle customs procedures and ensure your pet meets your destination country's entry requirements.
Pet Protection Plan — Your pet's safety is our priority, with coverage for added peace of mind.

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Ready to start your pet’s journey? We’re here to help! Discover our Brazil pet shipping services and see why pet parents choose us. From start to finish, we provide complete door-to-door care for your furry friend.