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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated rabies vaccination requirements for all dogs entering or returning to the United States. Certain requirements must be met before departing the United States. Learn More
Dogs imported for commercial sale or adoption must meet both APHIS Animal Care and APHIS Veterinary Services requirements. Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has import requirements for dogs that will need to be met.
Use the search box in the table below to check the disease status of your country of origin.
- If the country is listed "free" of disease, learn how to apply for a permit at How To Bring Dogs into the United States for Commercial Sale or Adoption and follow CDC's dog importation regulations.
- If the country has a disease identified as "not free," choose one of the following to view the import requirements and learn how to apply for a permit:
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Rabies Alert
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the primary Government authority for all dogs imported into the United States, including returning U.S.-origin dogs. The following requirements related to rabies are established by CDC, not APHIS.
- Certification Required
- Dogs traveling to or returning from a high-risk country for dog rabies must have the "Certification of U.S.-Issued Rabies Vaccination" form completed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian and submitted before departing the United States.
- This form cannot be issued retroactively after your dog leaves the United States.
- Veterinarians: Instructions for completing the form
- Additional CDC Requirements
- Learn More: Entry Requirements for U.S.-Vaccinated Dogs From High-Risk Countries | CDC
- Questions? Contact CDC at 800-232-4636 or visit CDC-INFO.
Related Information
- APHIS may have separate requirements for dogs entering the United States. These differ from the CDC import requirements.
- Learn More: Bringing a Pet Dog into the United States | APHIS
- VEHCS Access and Help (for veterinarians): Using the Veterinary Export Health Certification System (VEHCS)