What are the pet import requirements for Argentina?

International Veterinary Certificate (CVI) required (must include Spanish language). CVI valid for 60 days from issuance. Rabies vaccination required for animals over 90 days old (30-day wait for first-time vaccination). Internal and external deworming within 15 days of health certificate issuance. No prior application to SENASA needed for accompanied pets. SENASA personnel verify documents and inspect pets at border on arrival. Buenos Aires has breed-specific legislation for 17 breeds deemed potentially dangerous.

Is quarantine required when importing a pet to Argentina?

No, quarantine is not required when importing a pet to Argentina, provided all documentation and vaccination requirements are met.

What types of pets can be relocated to Argentina?

The most commonly relocated pets to Argentina include dogs, cats. Requirements vary by species.

Pet Relocation to 🇦🇷 Argentina

Argentina requires an International Veterinary Certificate (CVI) or official legalized passport in Spanish for all pet imports. SENASA oversees the process, and no prior application is needed. Pets must have rabies vaccination at least 30 days before entry and deworming within 15 days of health certificate issuance. No quarantine is required for compliant pets.

Companies Listed

Quarantine

Not Required

Common Pets

dogs, cats

Requirements

7 documented

Key Import Requirements

International Veterinary Certificate (CVI) required (must include Spanish language)
CVI valid for 60 days from issuance
Rabies vaccination required for animals over 90 days old (30-day wait for first-time vaccination)
Internal and external deworming within 15 days of health certificate issuance
No prior application to SENASA needed for accompanied pets
SENASA personnel verify documents and inspect pets at border on arrival
Buenos Aires has breed-specific legislation for 17 breeds deemed potentially dangerous