Is Chile a good place to travel or relocate to with dogs and/or cats?

Here are reviews and details to help you see if this country is a good place to travel with your pets.

Official website for the USDA to Chile

Official Website for Chilean Government

Entry Requirements from Non-high Rabies Country 

Medical Requirements:

Rabies vaccine – at least 21 days after initial vaccine. No waiting period for a booster as long as there were no lapses

During the examination, vets specifically look to ensure there are no signs of Leishmania infantum

Broad spectrum antiparasitic for external and internal use , approved by the official health authority of the country of origin – given within 30 days and recorded on the health certificate

Documentation Required and how to get it:

Official health certificate required within 10 days of travel (5 day extension for travel issues) – zoosanitary import certificate (CZI)

For animals from member countries of the European Union (EU), the use of the passport of this organization is valid.

Entry Requirements from High Rabies Country

Medical Requirements: 

Rabies vaccine – at least 21 days after initial vaccine. No waiting period for a booster as long as there were no lapses

During the examination, vets specifically look to ensure there are no signs of Leishmania infantum

Broad spectrum antiparasitic for external and internal use , approved by the official health authority of the country of origin – given within 30 days and recorded on the health certificate

 Documentation Required and how to get it: 

Official health certificate required within 10 days of travel (5 day extension for travel issues)

Additional Considerations

Microchip Requirements:

Recommended but not required. Some identification such as a tattoo is essential

Quarantine Requirements (if any): 

Potentially required for 30 days if requirements are not met

Breed Restrictions:

Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Bull Terrier, and crossbreeds with these breeds

Cats dogs and ferrets are allowed. Restrictions on other animals

Number of pet restrictions: 

Is this country considered high-risk rabies for entry into the US?

No

Is this country considered high rabies for entry into EU countries?

No

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