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Pet Transport from Colombia to Costa Rica
20-26
Weeks lead time needed
Start this early minimum
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Quarantine on arrival
Moderate
Route complexity
10
Airlines on this route
Official rules on this page checked
Which Costa Rica rules depend on a pet coming from Colombia?
Costa Rica sorts countries into 2 groups, and Colombia falls in “All other origins”.
SENASA's general instruction for dogs and cats (IN-006 V11, in force 19 July 2024) and the MAG summary of 18 December 2025. One list of requirements for all origins, plus a titre document for pets from the EU, UK and EFTA that will return to their origin (section 5.7). Official source
The rules that apply to every pet entering Costa Rica, whatever the origin, are listed with their official sources in our Costa Rica guide.
What does Colombia require before your pet leaves?
- Export permit: No separate export permit: the ICA CIS is the document that authorises the pet to board, and every international movement of a pet out of Colombia requires it. Applies to dogs and cats leaving Colombia.
Entran en vigencia nuevos requisitos del ICA para el ingreso o salida de perros y gatos a Colombia, checked 1 October 2026 - Export health certificate: ICA issues the CIS for pets leaving Colombia, only at its offices at ports, international airports and border crossings. Applies to dogs and cats leaving Colombia.
Entran en vigencia nuevos requisitos del ICA para el ingreso o salida de perros y gatos a Colombia, checked 1 October 2026 - Export health certificate: The export CIS is valid for up to five calendar days from issue. Applies to dogs and cats leaving Colombia.
Entran en vigencia nuevos requisitos del ICA para el ingreso o salida de perros y gatos a Colombia, checked 1 October 2026 - Export health certificate: The supporting health certificate is issued by a private vet (MV or MVZ) registered with COMVEZCOL, dated no more than 5 calendar days before boarding; current vaccinations and any extra documents the destination requires must also be presented. Applies to dogs and cats leaving Colombia.
Entran en vigencia nuevos requisitos del ICA para el ingreso o salida de perros y gatos a Colombia, checked 1 October 2026 - Export health certificate: Since 1 August 2022 the exit CIS must be requested only through ICA's SISPAP platform, with vets registered and authorised by ICA. Applies to dogs and cats leaving Colombia.
Viajeros al exterior con mascotas deben realizar el trámite de salida mediante la plataforma SISPAP (29 July 2022), checked 1 October 2026 - Other conditions: All dogs under 12 months exported by any user must carry a 15-digit microchip, recorded on the CIS (in force since 21 July 2021). Applies to dogs under 12 months leaving Colombia.
Entran en vigencia nuevos requisitos del ICA para el ingreso o salida de perros y gatos a Colombia, checked 1 October 2026 - Other conditions: The exit CIS fee is ICA's basic tariff for the current year (service code 03039); out-of-hours issue is service code 03116. Cash is not accepted. Applies to dogs and cats leaving Colombia.
Pago del certificado de inspección sanitaria (CIS) para la salida de perros y gatos, checked 1 October 2026
Costs
What this route typically costs
Import permit application fee (Costa Rica)
Airlines
Approved carriers on this route
| Airline | Notes | Type |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | Cabin and Cargo | |
| Emirates | Cargo Only | |
| Lufthansa | Cabin and Cargo | |
| British Airways | Cargo Only | |
| Singapore Airlines | Cargo Only | |
| Cathay Pacific | Cargo Only | |
| Air France | Cabin and Cargo | |
| KLM | Cabin and Cargo | |
| Delta Air Lines | Cabin and Cargo | |
| Air Canada | Cabin and Cargo |
FAQ
Common questions about this route
Allow at least 20 weeks from starting preparations to travel day. Some steps involve mandatory waiting periods that cannot be shortened, so starting early is the only way to keep to your schedule.
No routine rabies titre test is listed for this route. Requirements can change and may vary by origin, so confirm the current position with the destination veterinary authority before travel.
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Requirements on this page were checked against the authorities below. Rules change, so confirm current conditions with the relevant authority before you travel.
- CFIA · Canadian Food Inspection Agency
- IATA · International Air Transport Association, Live Animals Regulations
- SENASA Costa Rica · Servicio Nacional de Salud Animal, Costa Rica