Bringing a pet to Chile

Last reviewed October 2, 2026

Chile regulates dog imports through SAG (Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero). Requirements depend on the rabies status of the origin country: all dogs need an ISO microchip, a valid rabies vaccination, and an official health certificate endorsed by the origin country's government veterinary authority. Dogs from high-risk origins also need a SAG import permit and a rabies titer test. No quarantine is imposed when all requirements are met.

Requirements for your pet

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

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 or accredited veterinarian endorsed by the origin country's competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Breed restrictions

Chile does not have a nationwide breed ban for dogs entering the country. Some airlines may refuse to transport brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds such as Bulldogs, Pugs, and Boston Terriers due to respiratory risks; check with your airline. Dangerous breeds such as Pit Bulls may be subject to local municipal regulations once in Chile, but import is not prohibited.

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel and not expired
Official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the origin country's government veterinary authority
ISO 11784/11785 microchip certificate or proof of microchip
Import declaration form completed on arrival at the SAG office

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip US$30–50, health certificate US$100–200. No titer test or import permit applies to this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

Free origins (e.g. Andorra, San Marino, Vatican City) follow the standard non-quarantine requirements. The microchip must be implanted before rabies vaccination for the vaccination to be considered valid.

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 or accredited veterinarian endorsed by the origin country's competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Not required

Breed restrictions

Documents checklist

Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel and not expired
Official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the origin country's government veterinary authority
ISO 11784/11785 microchip certificate or proof of microchip
Import declaration form completed on arrival at the SAG office

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip US$30–50, health certificate US$100–200. No titer test or import permit applies to this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

Low-risk origins (e.g. most of Europe, US, UK, Japan, Australia) follow the same standard requirements as free origins. The microchip must be implanted before rabies vaccination for the vaccination to be considered valid.

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)

Required

Blood draw 90+ days before travel

Quarantine

None

Health certificate

Required

Official government veterinarian or accredited veterinarian endorsed by the origin country's competent authority · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Required

Breed restrictions

Documents checklist

Import permit issued by SAG before travel
Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel and not expired
FAVN rabies titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml) from an approved laboratory, with blood drawn at least 90 days before travel
Official health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the origin country's government veterinary authority
ISO 11784/11785 microchip certificate or proof of microchip
Import declaration form completed on arrival at the SAG office

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip US$30–50, health certificate US$100–200, FAVN titer test US$100–250, import permit fee US$50–150. No quarantine fee applies when all requirements are met. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

High-risk origins (e.g. Thailand, Russia, most of Africa, South Asia, Middle East) require a SAG import permit and a rabies titer test. No quarantine is imposed if all requirements are met. The microchip must be implanted before rabies vaccination for the vaccination to be considered valid.

Apply / official dog import page

Frequently asked questions

Chile does not explicitly cap the number of dogs for non-commercial import. For 1–5 pets, the standard non-commercial rules apply. If you are bringing more than 5 dogs, SAG may consider the movement commercial and require additional permits and compliance with commercial import regulations. Confirm with SAG before travelling with multiple pets.

No. Chile does not exempt service dogs or emotional support animals from import requirements. All dogs, including service animals, must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and, if applicable, titer test and import permit rules. Service dogs may be allowed in the cabin with proper documentation, but they must still comply with SAG's animal health regulations.

Dogs from high-risk countries must have a FAVN rabies titer test with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml, performed at an OIE/WHO-approved laboratory. The blood draw must be taken after rabies vaccination and at least 90 days before travel. The 90-day wait does not restart with booster vaccinations. If the test is not done or fails, the dog may be quarantined, re-vaccinated and re-tested, or refused entry.

Start at least 3–4 months before travel if your dog is from a high-risk country, because the titer test blood draw must be at least 90 days before travel. For low-risk or free origins, start at least 1–2 months ahead to ensure rabies vaccination is valid (at least 21 days before travel) and the health certificate is issued within 10 days of travel.

Only dogs from high-risk countries require an import permit from SAG. Dogs from free or low-risk countries do not need an import permit. The permit must be obtained before travel and presented at the point of entry.

If paperwork is incomplete or requirements are not met, SAG may quarantine the dog at the owner's expense, require re-vaccination and re-testing, or refuse entry. Quarantine can last up to 30 days or more, depending on the missing requirements. Verify all documents with SAG before travel.

Chile does not ban any dog breeds for import. Some airlines restrict brachycephalic breeds due to health risks. Once in Chile, local municipalities may have regulations for dangerous breeds, but these do not affect import. Check with your airline and SAG for any updates.

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

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-origin pets, 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 not expired
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the origin country's official veterinary authority
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200. No titer test, import permit, or quarantine fee applies in this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

No import permit required for cats from free-tier countries. Health certificate must be endorsed by the origin country's official veterinary authority. No quarantine on arrival.

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-origin pets, 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 not expired
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the origin country's official veterinary authority
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200. No titer test, import permit, or quarantine fee applies in this tier. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

No rabies titer test or import permit required for cats from low-risk countries. Health certificate must be endorsed by the origin country's official veterinary authority. No quarantine on arrival.

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-origin pets, or equivalent national authority) · valid 10 days before arrival

Import permit

Required

Minimum age: 3 months

Documents checklist

Import permit issued by SAG (Chilean Agricultural and Livestock Service)
Rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel and not expired
FAVN rabies titer test result (≥0.5 IU/ml) from an approved laboratory
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the origin country's official veterinary authority
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, SAG import permit fee varies. No quarantine fee applies if all requirements are met. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

Cats from high-risk countries must have a FAVN rabies titer test result ≥0.5 IU/ml, performed at least 90 days after vaccination and at least 90 days before travel. A SAG import permit is mandatory. Health certificate must be endorsed by the origin country's official veterinary authority. No quarantine on arrival if all requirements are met.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Chile allows up to 5 pets (cats or dogs) per traveller under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 5, the shipment is considered commercial and requires additional permits and compliance with commercial import regulations. Each pet must meet the same health and vaccination requirements.

No. Chile does not grant exemptions for emotional support or service animals. All cats, regardless of their role, must comply with the same import requirements: microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and for high-risk origins, a rabies titer test and import permit. Service animals may be allowed in the cabin by airlines, but import regulations remain unchanged.

Cats from high-risk countries must have a FAVN rabies titer test with a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml. The test must be done at least 90 days after the last rabies vaccination and at least 90 days before travel. If the titer is below 0.5 IU/ml, a booster and retest are required, and the 90-day pre-travel waiting period restarts from the date of the new test.

An import permit from SAG (Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero) is required only for cats from high-risk countries. For free and low-risk countries, no import permit is needed. The permit must be obtained before travel and presented at the point of entry.

The international health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel. It must be endorsed by the official veterinary authority of the origin country (e.g., USDA APHIS for the US). The certificate must state that the cat is free from infectious diseases and has been vaccinated against rabies.

Yes. All cats entering Chile must be identified with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. The microchip number must be recorded on the health certificate and vaccination certificate. If the cat was vaccinated before microchipping, a new rabies vaccination after microchipping is required.

No. Chile does not impose quarantine on cats that meet all entry requirements. If the animal arrives without proper documentation or fails the titer test (for high-risk origins), it may be quarantined or returned at the owner's expense. Always verify current rules with SAG before travel.

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

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 veterinarian for US-origin pets, 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 current at entry
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the origin country's official veterinary authority
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. No import permit or titer test is required for ferrets from free countries. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

Ferrets are not classified as dogs or cats under Chilean regulations and are handled as exotic animals by SAG. No quarantine is required for ferrets from free countries if all documents are in order. Confirm requirements with SAG before travel.

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 (e.g., USDA APHIS-accredited veterinarian for US-origin pets, 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 current at entry
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the origin country's official veterinary authority
Microchip certificate or proof of ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Rough budget

Approximate costs: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. No import permit or titer test is required for ferrets from low-risk countries. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

Requirements match the free tier. No rabies titer test or quarantine is required for ferrets from low-risk countries. The health certificate must be endorsed by the official veterinary authority of the origin country.

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 (e.g., USDA APHIS-accredited veterinarian for US-origin pets, 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 current at entry
FAVN/RFFIT rabies titer test result from an OIE/WHO-approved laboratory, with blood drawn at least 30 days after vaccination and at least 90 days before travel
Import permit issued by SAG
International health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the origin country's official veterinary authority
Microchip certificate or 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 ~$50-100. No quarantine fee applies if all documents are in order. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

Ferrets from high-risk countries require a SAG import permit and a rabies titer test. No quarantine is required upon arrival if all documents are in order. SAG may require additional inspections at the port of entry.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

Yes, but ferrets are not classified as dogs or cats under Chilean regulations. They are subject to SAG (Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero) requirements for exotic animals. You will need a health certificate, proof of rabies vaccination, and possibly an import permit depending on the origin country. Always confirm with SAG before travel.

Yes. A valid rabies vaccination is required for all ferrets entering Chile. The vaccine must be administered at least 21 days before travel and be current at the time of entry. The minimum age for vaccination is 12 weeks.

A rabies titer test (FAVN or RFFIT) is required only if your ferret is coming from a high-risk country for rabies. The blood sample must be taken at least 30 days after the first rabies vaccination and at least 90 days before travel. The test must be done at an OIE/WHO-approved laboratory. The 90-day wait does not restart with booster vaccinations.

Chile does not set a specific limit for ferrets, but bringing more than 5 animals may be treated as a commercial import, requiring additional permits and inspections. For personal pets, keep the number small and be prepared to show they are for personal use.

No. Chile does not exempt emotional support or service animals from import requirements. All ferrets, regardless of their role, must meet the same health and documentation requirements. There is no special exemption for service ferrets.

There is no quarantine required for ferrets entering Chile if they meet all entry requirements (health certificate, rabies vaccination, and titer test if applicable). However, if documents are incomplete or the animal shows signs of illness, SAG may order quarantine at the owner's expense.

You need: a rabies vaccination certificate, an international health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by an official government veterinarian, proof of ISO microchip, and for high-risk countries, an import permit from SAG and a rabies titer test result. Always check with SAG for the latest requirements.

Good to know

All dogs must enter through a designated point of entry (Santiago Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport is the main one) and be declared to SAG on arrival. The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the origin country's official veterinary authority. Rabies vaccination must be given at least 21 days before travel; if a titer test is required, the vaccination must also precede the blood draw.

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 Chile, check that country's pet-entry/transit rules separately (search "pets" on this site for that country too).