Bringing a pet to Argentina

Last reviewed October 2, 2026

Argentina requires an ISO microchip, a valid rabies vaccination, and an official health certificate endorsed by a government veterinarian for all dogs and cats. A rabies titer test is not required, and quarantine is not imposed, regardless of the origin country's rabies status. Owners should present original documents at the port of entry and may face delays if paperwork is incomplete.

Requirements for your pet

Showing requirements for a dog travelling from United States to Argentina.

Microchip

Required

ISO 11784/11785

Rabies vaccine

Required

From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel

Rabies titer test (FAVN)

Not required

Quarantine

None

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA APHIS for US, DEFRA for UK, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Breed restrictions

Argentina does not have a national breed ban for dogs. However, some airlines may refuse to transport brachycephalic breeds (e.g., pugs, bulldogs, boxers) due to respiratory risks. Check with your airline.

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate
Official health certificate endorsed by a government veterinarian
Microchip certificate or proof of microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200. A titer test is not required, and no import permit fee applies. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SENASA.

The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel and must include the microchip number and rabies vaccination details. The rabies vaccine must be given at least 21 days before travel.

Apply / official dog import page

Microchip

Required

ISO 11784/11785

Rabies vaccine

Required

From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel

Rabies titer test (FAVN)

Not required

Quarantine

None

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA APHIS for US, DEFRA for UK, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Breed restrictions

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate
Official health certificate endorsed by a government veterinarian
Microchip certificate or proof of microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200. A titer test is not required, and no import permit fee applies. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SENASA.

The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel and must include the microchip number and rabies vaccination details. The rabies vaccine must be given at least 21 days before travel.

Apply / official dog import page

Microchip

Required

ISO 11784/11785

Rabies vaccine

Required

From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel

Rabies titer test (FAVN)

Not required

Quarantine

None

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA APHIS for US, DEFRA for UK, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Breed restrictions

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate
Official health certificate endorsed by a government veterinarian
Microchip certificate or proof of microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200. A titer test is not required, and no import permit fee applies. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SENASA.

The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel and must include the microchip number and rabies vaccination details. The rabies vaccine must be given at least 21 days before travel. Argentina does not require a rabies titer test even for high-risk countries.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

No. Argentina does not require a rabies titer test (FAVN) for dogs from any country, including high-risk countries. Only a valid rabies vaccination certificate is required, with the vaccine given at least 21 days before travel.

No. Argentina does not impose quarantine on dogs entering from any country, provided they have a valid rabies vaccination and a health certificate. There is no quarantine station for pets at Ezeiza International Airport or other ports of entry.

You need: (1) an official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by a government veterinarian, (2) a rabies vaccination certificate showing the vaccine was given at least 21 days before travel, and (3) proof of an ISO 11784/11785 microchip. The health certificate must include the microchip number and rabies vaccination details.

Argentina does not set a specific limit for non-commercial pet movement in its regulations. However, if you are bringing more than 5 dogs, customs may consider it commercial and require additional import permits and veterinary inspections. For 1-2 pets, the standard non-commercial rules apply.

Yes. Argentina does not exempt emotional support or service dogs from import requirements. All dogs, regardless of function, must have a microchip, rabies vaccination, and an official health certificate. Airlines may have additional requirements for service dogs in the cabin, but the import rules are the same.

The puppy must be at least 12 weeks old at the time of rabies vaccination, and then wait 21 days after vaccination before travel. So the minimum age for entry is 15 weeks (12 weeks + 21 days).

Argentina does not have a national breed ban. However, some airlines may refuse to transport brachycephalic breeds (e.g., pugs, bulldogs, boxers) due to respiratory risks. Check with your airline before booking.

Showing requirements for a cat travelling from United States to Argentina.

Microchip

Required

ISO 11784/11785

Rabies vaccine

Required

From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel

Rabies titer test (FAVN)

Not required

Quarantine

None

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA APHIS-accredited vet for US, or equivalent national authority) endorsed by the Argentine consulate in the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 1 year, administered at least 21 days before travel)
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by an official government veterinarian and endorsed by the Argentine consulate in the origin country
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, consular endorsement ~$50-100, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Argentine consulate.

Cats from free countries (e.g., Andorra, San Marino, Vatican City) follow the same basic requirements as low-risk countries. No quarantine on arrival. The health certificate must be endorsed by the Argentine consulate in the origin country; without endorsement, the animal may be denied entry.

Apply / official cat import page

Microchip

Required

ISO 11784/11785

Rabies vaccine

Required

From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel

Rabies titer test (FAVN)

Not required

Quarantine

None

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA APHIS-accredited vet for US, or equivalent national authority) endorsed by the Argentine consulate in the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 1 year, administered at least 21 days before travel)
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by an official government veterinarian and endorsed by the Argentine consulate in the origin country
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, consular endorsement ~$50-100, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Argentine consulate.

Cats from low-risk countries (e.g., most of Europe, US, UK, Japan, Australia) follow the same requirements as free countries. No quarantine on arrival. The health certificate must be endorsed by the Argentine consulate in the origin country; without endorsement, the animal may be denied entry.

Apply / official cat import page

Microchip

Required

ISO 11784/11785

Rabies vaccine

Required

From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel

Rabies titer test (FAVN)

Required

Blood draw 90+ days before travel

Quarantine

None

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA APHIS-accredited vet for US, or equivalent national authority) endorsed by the Argentine consulate in the origin country · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Required

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate (valid for at least 1 year, administered at least 21 days before travel)
FAVN or RFFIT rabies titer test result (titer ≥0.5 IU/ml, blood drawn at least 30 days after vaccination, travel at least 90 days after blood draw)
Import permit issued by SENASA (apply in advance)
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by an official government veterinarian and endorsed by the Argentine consulate in the origin country
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, consular endorsement ~$50-100, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit ~$50-150. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SENASA.

Cats from high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East) require a rabies titer test and an import permit from SENASA. No quarantine on arrival if all documents are in order. The titer test must be done at an approved laboratory. The import permit must be obtained before travel. The health certificate must be endorsed by the Argentine consulate in the origin country.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Argentina does not impose a specific numerical limit for non-commercial import of cats. However, if you are bringing more than 5 cats, they may be considered a commercial import and subject to additional requirements, including a commercial import permit and possible quarantine. For personal pets, it is advisable to travel with a maximum of 2-3 cats to avoid scrutiny. Always check with SENASA for the latest rules.

No. Argentina does not grant exemptions for emotional support or service cats. All cats, regardless of their role, must meet the same import requirements: microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate endorsed by the Argentine consulate, and for high-risk countries, a rabies titer test and import permit. Airlines may have their own policies for cabin travel, but the country's import rules apply equally.

Cats from high-risk countries must have a rabies titer test (FAVN or RFFIT) with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml. The blood must be drawn at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination. The test must be performed at an approved laboratory, such as the Kansas State University Rabies Laboratory. The result is valid for 1 year from the date of blood draw. Travel must occur at least 90 days after the date the blood was drawn. This test is not required for cats from free or low-risk countries.

The international health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel. It must be issued by an official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA APHIS-accredited veterinarian for the US) and then endorsed by the Argentine consulate in the origin country. Without consular endorsement, the certificate is not valid for entry.

No, there is no quarantine for cats entering Argentina if all import requirements are met. This applies to all origin countries, including high-risk ones. However, if documents are incomplete or the animal shows signs of illness, it may be detained or quarantined at the owner's expense.

An import permit is required only for cats coming from high-risk countries (as defined by SENASA). For cats from free or low-risk countries, no import permit is required. The permit must be obtained from SENASA before travel. The application process can take several weeks, so plan ahead.

Argentina requires that cats be identified with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. If your cat has a non-ISO microchip (e.g., AVID 9-digit), you should bring your own microchip scanner to ensure the chip can be read at the border. Alternatively, you can have an ISO microchip implanted, but it must be done before the rabies vaccination to be valid.

Showing requirements for a ferret travelling from United States to Argentina.

Microchip

Required

ISO 11784/11785

Rabies vaccine

Required

From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel

Rabies titer test (FAVN)

Not required

Quarantine

None

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian of the origin country (e.g., USDA APHIS-accredited vet for US, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel and valid for at least 12 months
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by an official government veterinarian
Proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip $30–50, health certificate $100–200, rabies vaccination $20–50. No titer test or import permit required for free-tier origins. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SENASA.

Ferrets are not classified as livestock or poultry; general pet import rules apply. No import permit or quarantine required for free-tier origins. The health certificate must be endorsed by the origin country's government veterinary authority.

Apply / official ferret import page

Microchip

Required

ISO 11784/11785

Rabies vaccine

Required

From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel

Rabies titer test (FAVN)

Not required

Quarantine

None

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian of the origin country (e.g., USDA APHIS-accredited vet for US, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel and valid for at least 12 months
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by an official government veterinarian
Proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip $30–50, health certificate $100–200, rabies vaccination $20–50. No titer test or import permit required for low-risk origins. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SENASA.

Argentina does not differentiate between free and low-risk origins for ferrets; both require only rabies vaccination and health certificate. No quarantine. Ferrets must be at least 3 months old at vaccination.

Apply / official ferret import page

Microchip

Required

ISO 11784/11785

Rabies vaccine

Required

From 12 weeks old, wait 21+ days before travel

Rabies titer test (FAVN)

Required

Blood draw 90+ days before travel

Quarantine

None

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian of the origin country (e.g., USDA APHIS-accredited vet for US, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel and valid for at least 12 months
FAVN rabies titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml) from an approved laboratory
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by an official government veterinarian
Import permit issued by SENASA prior to travel
Proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip $30–50, health certificate $100–200, rabies vaccination $20–50, FAVN titer test $100–250, import permit fee $50–150. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SENASA.

For high-risk origins, Argentina requires a rabies titer test and an import permit. The import permit must be obtained from SENASA before travel. No quarantine on arrival if all documents are in order. Ferrets must be at least 3 months old at vaccination.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Argentina allows up to 5 ferrets per traveller for non-commercial purposes. If you bring more than 5, the shipment is considered commercial and requires additional import permits and compliance with commercial import regulations. Each ferret must have its own health certificate and vaccination records.

No. Argentina does not grant exemptions for emotional support or service animals. All ferrets, regardless of their role, must meet the same import requirements: microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and for high-risk origins, a titer test and import permit.

Ferrets must be vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before travel. The vaccine must be administered when the ferret is at least 12 weeks (3 months) old. The vaccination certificate must be valid for at least 12 months. A booster may be required if the vaccination is older than 12 months.

Yes, a microchip is required. The microchip must comply with ISO 11784/11785 standards. If your ferret does not have a microchip, it must be implanted before travel. Tattoos are not accepted as an alternative for ferrets.

The international health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel by an official government veterinarian. It must be endorsed by the origin country's veterinary authority. The certificate must state that the ferret is healthy and free from infectious diseases.

It depends on the origin country. If you are travelling from a high-risk country for rabies (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East), a FAVN rabies titer test is required. The test must be done at least 90 days after the first rabies vaccination and at least 30 days before travel, with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml. For low-risk or free origins, no titer test is required.

No, there is no quarantine for ferrets entering Argentina if all import requirements are met. However, if documents are incomplete or the ferret shows signs of illness, it may be detained or refused entry. Ensure all paperwork is in order before travel.

Good to know

SENASA sets the import requirements. All pets must be accompanied by an original health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by a government veterinarian. The certificate must state the animal's microchip number, rabies vaccination date, and that the animal was inspected and found free of infectious diseases. No import permit is required for dogs or cats from any country.

Airline rules & connecting flights

Government import rules are only half the picture — your airline sets its own pet policy on top of them: whether your petcan fly in the cabin at all, size/weight limits for the carrier, breed embargoes (many airlines refuse brachycephalic breeds like bulldogs and pugs in cargo), and seasonal heat restrictions. Check your specific airline's pet policy before booking — see IATA's Traveler's Pet Corner .

If your flight has a layover, the transit country can have its own pet rules — sometimes these apply even if you never leave the airport. If you're transiting through another country on the way to Argentina, check that country's pet-entry/transit rules separately (search "pets" on this site for that country too).