Bringing a pet to Chile

Last reviewed July 2, 2026

Chile has strict pet import requirements that vary depending on the rabies risk category of the origin country. There is no quarantine for pets from low-risk countries if all paperwork and health checks are in order, but pets from higher-risk areas face additional testing and waiting periods. Start preparations at least six months in advance to meet all deadlines.

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 or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

No additional requirements for free-tier origin countries.

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 or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

No additional requirements for low-risk origin countries.

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 or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip documentation

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccination ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG.

No additional requirements for high-risk origin countries.

Frequently asked questions

No, Chile does not require a rabies titer (FAVN) test for dogs from any origin country. A valid rabies vaccination certificate showing vaccination at least 21 days before travel is sufficient.
Chile does not impose a strict limit on the number of dogs for non-commercial travel, but if you bring more than 5 dogs, customs may treat the shipment as commercial and require additional permits. For 1-5 dogs, the standard requirements apply.
No, Chile does not grant any exemptions for emotional support or service dogs. All dogs must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate requirements regardless of their role.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival in Chile. It must be endorsed by an official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA in the US, DEFRA in the UK).
No, the minimum age for rabies vaccination is 12 weeks, and the 21-day wait period after vaccination means the puppy must be at least 15 weeks old on arrival. There is no exemption for younger puppies.
No, Chile does not require an import permit for dogs from any origin country. The required documents are a microchip, rabies vaccination certificate, and health certificate.
You must bring your own ISO-compatible microchip reader, as Chilean authorities will not scan non-ISO chips. Alternatively, have your vet implant an ISO chip before travel.

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., SAG-authorised vet in Chile or equivalent in origin country) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • ISO microchip certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, administered after microchip)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Vaccination record (distemper, feline panleukopenia, calicivirus, rhinotracheitis recommended)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50 — confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG Chile.

No quarantine for cats from rabies-free origins. If microchip is not ISO 11784/11785 compliant, bring your own scanner.

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-accredited vet in US, DEFRA-authorised vet in UK, or equivalent) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • ISO microchip certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, administered after microchip)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, endorsed by competent authority of origin country (e.g., USDA APHIS for US)
  • Vaccination record (distemper, feline panleukopenia, calicivirus, rhinotracheitis recommended)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50 — confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG Chile.

No quarantine for cats from low-risk origins.

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-accredited vet in US, or equivalent in origin country) · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Documents checklist

  • ISO microchip certificate
  • Rabies vaccination certificate (valid, administered after microchip)
  • FAVN titer test certificate (≥0.5 IU/mL, sample taken ≥30 days post-vaccination and ≥3 months before travel)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, endorsed by competent authority of origin country
  • Import permit from SAG Chile
  • Vaccination record (distemper, feline panleukopenia, calicivirus, rhinotracheitis recommended)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit fees vary by country — confirm current prices with a local vet and SAG Chile.

No quarantine for cats from high-risk origins if all requirements met. The 3-month waiting period after FAVN test is critical — plan accordingly.

Apply / official cat import page

Frequently asked questions

Chile allows up to 5 cats per person under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 5, commercial import regulations apply, which require a different permit and may involve additional fees and inspections.
No. The United States is classified as a low-risk rabies country for cats entering Chile. A FAVN titer test is not required for cats from the US. Only cats from high-risk rabies countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia, most of Africa) need a FAVN test with a result ≥0.5 IU/mL.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of the cat's arrival in Chile. It must be endorsed by the official veterinary authority of the origin country (e.g., USDA APHIS for the US, DEFRA for the UK).
No. Chile does not grant any exemptions for emotional support animals or service cats. All cats must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if applicable) titer test and import permit requirements as any other pet cat.
Cabin travel depends on the airline's policy and the cat's size (carrier must fit under the seat). Most airlines allow cats in cabin if carrier dimensions are within limits (typically 45 x 35 x 20 cm) and total weight (cat + carrier) is under 8 kg. Check with your airline before booking.
If your cat's microchip is not ISO compliant, you must bring your own microchip scanner that can read it. SAG officials will scan the microchip upon arrival. Alternatively, you can have your vet implant an ISO-compliant microchip before travel.
Chile does not specify a minimum age for cats, but the rabies vaccination must be given at 12 weeks of age or older, and the 21-day waiting period after vaccination applies. Practically, a cat must be at least 15 weeks old to meet the rabies vaccination and waiting period requirements.

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 or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • International health certificate (CVI) issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Chile's Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero (SAG).

No quarantine upon arrival. Ferrets must be at least 12 weeks old for rabies 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)
Not required
Quarantine
None
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Not required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • International health certificate (CVI) issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Chile's SAG.

No quarantine upon arrival. Ferrets must be at least 12 weeks old for rabies 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 30+ days before travel
Quarantine
30 days
Mandatory quarantine at an SAG-approved facility in Chile. Owner pays all costs. Quarantine period may be reduced if titer test results are submitted before arrival.
Health certificate
Required
Official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian · valid 10 days before arrival
Import permit
Required

Documents checklist

  • Rabies vaccination certificate
  • International health certificate (CVI) issued within 10 days of travel
  • Microchip proof (ISO 11784/11785)
  • Rabies titer (FAVN) test result
  • Import permit from SAG

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50, FAVN titer test ~$100-250, import permit ~$50-100, quarantine fees ~$200-500 for 30 days. Confirm current prices with a local vet and Chile's SAG.

Quarantine is mandatory for 30 days at owner's expense. Ferrets must be at least 12 weeks old for rabies vaccination.

Apply / official ferret import page

Frequently asked questions

No. The US is classified as low-risk for rabies. Ferrets from the US do not need a FAVN test. Only ferrets from high-risk countries (e.g., Thailand, Russia) require a FAVN test with a 30-day wait after vaccination and a 3-month wait before travel.
Chile allows up to 5 pets (dogs, cats, ferrets combined) per person under non-commercial rules. If you bring more than 5, commercial import regulations apply, which require an import permit and additional documentation.
No. Chile does not exempt emotional support or service animals from standard import rules. All ferrets must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate, and (if applicable) titer test and quarantine requirements.
No. Ferrets must be at least 12 weeks old to receive a rabies vaccination, which is required for entry. You must wait until the ferret is 12 weeks old, then vaccinate, then wait 21 days before travel.
The health certificate will be rejected. It must be issued within 10 days of the date of arrival in Chile. If your travel is delayed, you need a new certificate from your vet.
No. An ISO 11784/11785 microchip is mandatory. The microchip must be implanted before the rabies vaccination. If your ferret has a non-ISO chip, you must bring your own scanner or have the chip replaced.
No. Ferrets from low-risk origins (including Europe, UK, Australia, Japan) do not face quarantine. Only ferrets from high-risk countries are subject to a 30-day quarantine at an SAG-approved facility.

Good to know

All pets must be microchipped before rabies vaccination, and original health certificates must be endorsed by the official veterinary authority of the origin country. Chile does not accept titer tests from all labs, so confirm the lab is approved by the Chilean Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) before testing.

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).

For guidance only. Pet import rules change without notice and a wrong step can mean quarantine or a refused entry for your animal — always confirm current requirements with Chile's official veterinary/agriculture authority and your airline before travelling.