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International Health Certificate

Preparing your pet for international travel.

International travel requires careful planning and strict compliance with destination-specific regulations. We’ll help guide you every step of the way.

Valid for 10 Days

Health certificate valid for 10 days from issue.

USDA Endorsed

Most countries require USDA APHIS endorsement.

Country Specific

Requirements vary by destination country.

Advance Planning

Plan weeks to months in advance.

FAVN Rabies Titer Testing

Many countries require a rabies antibody (FAVN) test to confirm immunity.

  • Blood sample collected 30+ days after rabies vaccine
  • Results may take up to 8 weeks
  • Some countries require a 180-day waiting period
  • This test is not a replacement for a health certificate

Plan Ahead!

Start the FAVN process as early as possible. It can take several months to complete.

International Health Certificate

  • Health certificate is valid for 10 days from the date of issue.
  • Appointment must be booked at least 10 business days before your travel date.
  • Appointment must be scheduled after 9:00 AM.
  • Traveling to Canada or Mexico? Please complete the Domestic Health Certificate Questionnaire instead, as these destinations typically only require a Domestic CVI.
  • All other international destinations: USDA APHIS endorsement is required.
  • New clients: All records, including previous vaccination records, must be received prior to your appointment.
  • Recommended transport company: Pet Express.
  • Shipping label and USDA endorsement fees vary based on lab tests, vaccines, titres, microchip, and parasiticides needed.

Client & Pet Information

Please enter your legal name exactly as it appears on your passport/ID. Incorrect names may result in your health certificate being denied for travel.
ISO-compliant microchips are required for Hawaii and most international destinations. If your pet's chip is not ISO-compliant, an additional chip may need to be placed.

Research your destination's requirements on USDA APHIS: www.aphis.usda.gov/pet-travel

EU-Specific Requirements

EU member states include: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Republic of Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden.

Northern Ireland follows EU requirements. Norway and Switzerland, while not EU members, have adopted EU legislation for live animal imports.

Vaccination & Preventive Care History

Additional International Requirements

A rabies titer test may be required by your destination country. Contact us to confirm if this applies to your itinerary.
ISO-compliant microchips are required for Hawaii and most international destinations. If your pet's chip is not ISO-compliant, an additional chip may need to be placed.

Health History

Authorization & Signature

Important Travel Disclaimer

International travel requirements are subject to change and may vary by destination country. A health certificate does not guarantee entry into any country, and it is the pet owner’s responsibility to verify and meet all travel requirements prior to departure.

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