Bringing a pet to Haiti

Last reviewed July 2, 2026

Haiti's pet import rules are uniform for dogs, cats, and ferrets, meaning the same requirements apply regardless of the animal's rabies-risk category. The process is moderately strict, with a mandatory rabies vaccination and health certificate, but no routine quarantine for compliant pets. Expect some bureaucratic delays at the airport, so have all documents ready.

Requirements for your pet

Haiti applies the same dog import rules regardless of where your pet is travelling from.

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 showing vaccine administered at least 12 weeks of age and at least 21 days before travel
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, signed by an official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation showing ISO 11784/11785 compliance

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, rabies vaccine ~$20–50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Haitian Ministry of Agriculture.

No additional requirements for dogs from rabies-free territories.

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 showing vaccine administered at least 12 weeks of age and at least 21 days before travel
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, signed by an official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation showing ISO 11784/11785 compliance

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, rabies vaccine ~$20–50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Haitian Ministry of Agriculture.

No additional requirements for dogs from low-risk 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 showing vaccine administered at least 12 weeks of age and at least 21 days before travel
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, signed by an official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation showing ISO 11784/11785 compliance

Rough budget

Rough ballpark only: microchip ~$30–50, health certificate ~$100–200, rabies vaccine ~$20–50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Haitian Ministry of Agriculture.

No additional requirements for dogs from high-risk countries.

Frequently asked questions

No, Haiti does not require a rabies titer (FAVN) test for dogs from any origin country. A valid rabies vaccination certificate with a 21-day wait after the primary vaccine is sufficient.
No, Haiti does not impose any quarantine on dogs entering the country, regardless of the origin country's rabies status.
Haiti does not specify a strict limit for non-commercial pet movement, but bringing more than 2–3 dogs may trigger commercial import rules. Check with the Haitian Ministry of Agriculture before travel if bringing multiple dogs.
No, Haiti does not grant any exemptions for emotional support or service dogs. All dogs must meet the same microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate requirements.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival in Haiti. It must be signed by an official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian.
Haiti requires ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchips. If your dog has a non-ISO chip, you must bring your own scanner or have the chip replaced with an ISO-compliant one before travel.
No, Haiti does not require an import permit for dogs. The key documents are a valid rabies vaccination certificate, a health certificate issued within 10 days, and proof of microchip.

Haiti applies the same cat import rules regardless of where your pet is travelling from.

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 (valid, with vaccine batch and vet signature)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA in US, DEFRA in UK)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — confirm locally: Microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$15-30. No titer test or import permit fees apply for this tier.

Haiti does not publish detailed pet import rules online. Contact the Ministry of Agriculture (MARNDR) or the Haitian Embassy in the origin country for current requirements. No quarantine for cats from rabies-free origins.

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 (valid, with vaccine batch and vet signature)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA in US, DEFRA in UK)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — confirm locally: Microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$15-30. No titer test or import permit fees apply for this tier.

Haiti does not publish detailed pet import rules online. Contact the Ministry of Agriculture (MARNDR) or the Haitian Embassy in the origin country for current requirements. 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)
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 (valid, with vaccine batch and vet signature)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival, endorsed by official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA in US, DEFRA in UK)
  • Microchip certificate or proof of implantation (ISO 11784/11785)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only — confirm locally: Microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$15-30. No titer test or import permit fees apply for this tier. Expect possible inspection delays at the airport.

Haiti does not publish detailed pet import rules online. Contact the Ministry of Agriculture (MARNDR) or the Haitian Embassy in the origin country for current requirements. No quarantine for cats from high-risk origins, but expect possible inspection delays at the airport.

Frequently asked questions

No. Haiti does not require a rabies titer test for cats from any origin country. A valid rabies vaccination certificate and health certificate are sufficient.
Haiti does not publish a specific limit for non-commercial pet imports. For more than 2-3 cats, contact the Ministry of Agriculture (MARNDR) in advance to confirm whether commercial rules apply.
No. Haiti does not impose quarantine on cats, regardless of origin country. However, customs may inspect the animal at the airport, which can take 30-60 minutes.
No. Haiti does not recognize emotional support or service animals as exempt from standard import requirements. All cats must meet the same microchip, vaccination, and health certificate rules.
The health certificate must be issued within 10 days of arrival in Haiti. It must be endorsed by an official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA in the US, DEFRA in the UK).
No. Haiti does not require an import permit for cats. A health certificate and rabies vaccination certificate are the main documents needed.
Haiti does not specify a minimum age for cats. However, rabies vaccination is required, and most vaccines are given at 12 weeks or older. If the kitten is too young to vaccinate, contact the Haitian embassy for guidance.

Haiti applies the same ferret import rules regardless of where your pet is travelling from.

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 (showing vaccine given at 12 weeks or older, and at least 21 days before travel)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by an official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Haitian Ministry of Agriculture (MARDNR).

No import permit or quarantine required for ferrets from rabies-free origins.

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 (showing vaccine given at 12 weeks or older, and at least 21 days before travel)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by an official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Haitian Ministry of Agriculture (MARDNR).

No import permit or quarantine required for ferrets 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)
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 (showing vaccine given at 12 weeks or older, and at least 21 days before travel)
  • Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by an official government or USDA/DEFRA-endorsed veterinarian
  • Microchip documentation (ISO 11784/11785 compliant)

Rough budget

ROUGH ballpark only: microchip ~$30-50, health certificate ~$100-200, rabies vaccine ~$20-50. Confirm current prices with a local vet and the Haitian Ministry of Agriculture (MARDNR).

No import permit, rabies titer test, or quarantine required for ferrets from high-risk origins.

Frequently asked questions

No. Haiti does not require a rabies titer (FAVN) test for ferrets from any origin, including high-risk countries. Only a valid rabies vaccination and health certificate are needed.
Haiti does not publish a specific numeric limit for non-commercial pet ferret imports. Typically, up to 5 pets per person is considered non-commercial. If you bring more, customs may treat it as a commercial shipment requiring an import permit and possible quarantine.
No. Haiti does not recognize emotional support or service ferrets as exempt from standard import requirements. The same microchip, rabies vaccination, and health certificate rules apply regardless of the animal's role.
Haiti does not set a minimum age for ferret imports. However, the rabies vaccine must be given at 12 weeks or older, and the 21-day waiting period after vaccination must be completed before travel. So the ferret must be at least 15 weeks old at time of entry.
No. Haiti does not require an import permit for ferrets from any origin. The key documents are a valid rabies certificate and a health certificate issued within 10 days of travel.
No. Haiti does not impose quarantine on ferrets arriving from any country, regardless of rabies risk tier. The animal can be cleared upon arrival with proper documentation.
Haiti accepts a standard international health certificate issued by an official government veterinarian (e.g., USDA-accredited vet in the US, DEFRA-endorsed vet in the UK). The certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel and state that the ferret is healthy and free from infectious disease.

Good to know

All pets must be at least 3 months old and accompanied by a valid rabies vaccination certificate issued at least 30 days before travel. A health certificate from a licensed veterinarian, issued within 10 days of departure, is also required. No import permit is needed, but customs may request proof of microchip (ISO 11784/11785).

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 Haiti, 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 Haiti's official veterinary/agriculture authority and your airline before travelling.