Pet import requirements for Chile
What Chile asks for before a dog or cat can enter — the microchip, the rabies work, the permit and the paperwork — and how far ahead you need to start. We handle all of it on a move we arrange.
Import rules change, and they change without notice. Last verified 2025-11-10 by the country-profile service Furry Freight uses; profile last updated 2025-11-10. Confirm every requirement with the authority named below, or with us on (424) 421-1650, before you book a flight or start any vet work.
Chile at a glance
| Requirement | For Chile |
|---|---|
| Microchip Required | It’s mandatory for exportation of Chileans or foreign residents with Chilean ID, not for foreigners |
| Rabies | Rabies vaccination is required, minimum 21 days and less than 1 year before arrival in CHILE |
| Import permit | Just for exotics animals as rabbits or ferrets, not for canines or felines |
| Quarantine | For exotics only, between 10 or 21 days if all regulations are met |
| Minimum age to travel | There are no age restrictions |
| Customs clearance | Strongly advised |
| Agent at destination | For airlines for exporting a pet an agent is a must |
Where this fits in the timeline. The order matters more than the effort: a rabies vaccination given before the microchip was implanted does not count in most regimes, and a titer test drawn too early restarts a waiting period. On a move we handle, we check your pet's existing dates against these rules on the free consultation before anything is booked.
The detail
CHILE is located in south America. Best way of pet arrival: Aeropuerto Internacional Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez (IATA: SCL, ICAO Code: SCEL). There are no age restrictions.
Import requirements
There are no age restrictions
- Rabies vaccination is required, minimum 21 days and less than 1 year before arrival in CHILE.
- Parasite treatment between 5-30 days before entry and must be on health certificate.
- Official Health Certificate must be issued, signed, and stamped by the Ministry of Agriculture of the country of origin within 10 days prior to arrival in Chile, with a maximum extension of 5 days depending on travel conditions.
All pets are considered commercial shipment, duties/taxes of 30% CIF might apply
Health certifications, vaccination and treatments.
NONE
Identification and microchip
It’s mandatory for exportation of Chileans or foreign residents with Chilean ID, not for foreigners. For arrivals/in bound is not necessary but must be done as soon as possible.
Rabies and vaccinations
- Rabies vaccination is required, minimum 21 days and less than 1 year before arrival in CHILE.
- Animals that are not primary vaccinated* must certify that their vaccination plan is current in accordance with the provisions of the competent health authority of the country of origin; otherwise, they will be considered primary vaccinated.
In the case of ferrets, they must be immunized with a rabies vaccine specifically in dicated for the species, following the manufacturer's in structions regarding age and vaccination frequency.
Tests and treatments
No mandatory tests required
Internal and external parasites treatments administered by an approved veterinarian between 5-30 days before entry and must be on health certificate.
Health certificate and permits
The Official Health Certificate must be issued, signed, and stamped by the Ministry of Agriculture of the country of origin within 10 days prior to arrival in Chile, with a maximum extension of 5 days depending on travel conditions.
Just for exotics animals as rabbits or ferrets, not for canines or felines.
International veterinary health certificate endorsed by government authorities on the country of origin.
All required treatments must be registered in the HC.
Quarantine
For exotics only, between 10 or 21 days if all regulations are met.
Restrictions and banned breeds
No breed restrictions at this time.
Customs, agents, and airports
A broker to clear import is not mandatory but highly recommended.
For airlines for exporting a pet an agent is a must.
Best way of pet arrival: Aeropuerto Internacional Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez (IATA: SCL, ICAO Code: SCEL)
Airports listed on this destination file: SCL.
If pets arrive as cargo the process takes around 4 hours. Airlines should provide in formation where to collect the pet depending on their ground agents. Before pets are released, original documents must be approved by sanitary of ficial department and customs. Arrivals during weekend out of working hours might not be possible without an agent. Working hours 8:30am to 17:00hrs
When pets arrive as excess baggage or in cabin, process takes around 1 hour. Passenger must show original documents to the sanitary personal located close to the baggage claim area.
Export notes
Export of ficial sanitary certificate is issued by ministry of agriculture with Rabies vaccination and health certificate issued by an approved veterinary dated within 10 days of trip date. Also, Microchip registration is mandatory for Chileans or residents: [https://registratumascota.cl/in icio.xhtml](https://registratumascota.cl/in icio.xhtml)
Plus, all documents required by destination country.
Other pets / CITES / extra rules
For endangered animals as per CITES regulations
For exotics only, Import Permit and quarantine between 10 or 21 days if all regulations are met.
https://www.sag.gob.cl/tramites/solicitud-de-autorizacion-sanitaria-para-in gresar-chile-con-perros-y-gatos-mascotas
Official contacts
Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero SAG
Av. Presidente Bulnes 140
Santiago, Chile
Fono consultas: (562-2) 2345 11 00
Director Deparmento de Proteccion
Pecuaria Servicio Agricola y Gandadero
Ministerio de Agricultura
Teatinos 40, Santiago piso 9
Region Meterolitana
Chile
Tel: +56 2 293-5000
Email: propec@sag.gob.cl
Contact: Claudio Ternicier
Website: www.sag.gob.cl
Current as of September 2025
Disclaimer
Import rules change without much warning. Confirm every vaccine date, test, permit, and crate routing with the destination veterinary authority before you travel. This page is a planning brief for Furry Freight customers, last checked against the IPATA country profile dated 2025-11-10.
Next: measure your dog, find the kennel size, then get a free travel quote. Moving on military orders? PCS moves. Going to Hawaiʻi instead? Hawaiʻi has its own regime.
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Official sources for Chile
- www.sag.gob.cl sag.gob.cl
Questions about moving a pet to Chile
Does my dog or cat need a microchip for Chile?
It’s mandatory for exportation of Chileans or foreign residents with Chilean ID, not for foreigners
From the country profile, last verified 2025-11-10.
What rabies vaccination does Chile require?
Rabies vaccination is required, minimum 21 days and less than 1 year before arrival in CHILE
Do I need an import permit to bring a pet into Chile?
Just for exotics animals as rabbits or ferrets, not for canines or felines
Will my pet be quarantined on arrival in Chile?
For exotics only, between 10 or 21 days if all regulations are met
How old does a puppy or kitten have to be to travel to Chile?
There are no age restrictions