FR
France
✈️
UY
Uruguay
Pet Transport from France to Uruguay: 2026 Field Guide
6-10 weeks
Typical preparation
None
Quarantine on arrival
Moderate
Route complexity
✓ Managed
Full door-to-door service
In short:
Preparing to move a pet from France to Uruguay
typically takes around 6-10 weeks.
There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets.
A rabies titre test is not required.
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Overview
The journey from France to Uruguay for a pet is straightforward to plan once the key dates are mapped out. Give yourself close to 6-10 weeks so none of the fixed waiting periods catch you out. Pets with correct documentation skip quarantine entirely.
A rabies titre test is not needed for this route. Work through the steps below in order and you will arrive in good shape.
Step by step
The France to Uruguay process
1
6-8 weeks before departure.
Apply for the MGAP import permit before booking travel. Contact MGAP (mgap.gub.uy) or the Uruguayan consulate in France to initiate the process. Allow sufficient lead time for permit processing.
Responsible: Owner or pet transport agent
2
Before any vaccinations.
Confirm or implant microchip (ISO 11784/11785). While not legally required by Uruguay, all airlines require it and it is the universal identification standard.
Responsible: Veterinarian in France
3
At least 5 weeks before travel.
Confirm rabies vaccination is at least 30 days old and not more than 12 months old at time of Uruguay entry.
Responsible: Veterinarian in France
4
Within 30 days but no fewer than 72 hours before arrival in Montevideo. Coordinate the timing precisely with your travel date.
Praziquantel treatment for dogs (against Taenia echinococcus). The treatment window is 72 hours to 30 days before admission to Uruguay.
Responsible: Veterinarian in France. Document product, dose, and date.
5
Within 15 days of cargo departure.
Internal and external antiparasitic treatment (general). Within 15 days of departure.
Responsible: Veterinarian in France
6
4-6 weeks before travel.
Book cargo from CDG to MVD via your chosen routing.
Responsible: You or your pet transport agent
7
Within 10 days of departure.
Veterinaire officiel examination and DGAL-endorsed AHC.
Responsible: Veterinaire officiel, DGAL endorsement
8
Travel day.
Travel day: CDG to MVD. Present MGAP import permit, DGAL AHC, vaccination records, and praziquantel certificate on arrival at Carrasco Airport.
Responsible: You and MGAP at MVD
Checklist
Uruguay: entry requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Microchip | Not legally required by Uruguay but strongly recommended and required by most airlines. ISO 11784/11785 is the accepted standard. |
| Rabies vaccination | Required. Administered at least 30 days before entry and not more than 12 months before arrival. Puppies and kittens under 3 months: may enter without rabies vaccination if the origin area has been free of rabies for 90 days before import. Source: MGAP (Ministerio de Ganaderia, Agricultura y Pesca), mgap.gub.uy. |
| Rabies titre test | Not required from France. No rabies antibody titre test is required for companion pets from EU member states entering Uruguay. |
| Quarantine | No quarantine for pets arriving with compliant documentation. MGAP veterinary inspection on arrival at Carrasco International Airport (MVD), Montevideo. |
| Import permit | Required. Obtain from MGAP before travel. The permit specifies the conditions your pet must meet and must be in hand before you finalise travel arrangements. |
| Health certificate | Required. AHC endorsed by DGAL, issued within 10 days of travel. Must document microchip (if present), rabies vaccination, and praziquantel treatment for dogs. |
Leaving France
Export requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Export permit | No export permit required for companion cats and dogs leaving France. |
| Veterinary inspection | Clinical examination by a veterinaire officiel within 10 days of departure. |
| Health certificate | AHC issued by a veterinaire officiel and endorsed by DGAL (Direction Generale de l'Alimentation) or local DDSPP. Valid for 10 days from issue. Source: agriculture.gouv.fr. |
Costs
What this route typically costs
| 1 | MGAP import permit: confirm current fee with MGAP or Uruguayan consulate in France |
| 2 | Cargo CDG to MVD via hub: EUR 800-2,000 depending on pet weight and crate dimensions |
| 3 | IATA-compliant travel crate: EUR 60-220 |
| 4 | Veterinaire officiel examination and DGAL AHC: EUR 100-250 |
| 5 | Praziquantel treatment and antiparasitic treatment: EUR 60-120 |
| 6 | Pet transport agent (recommended for permit coordination): EUR 350-800 |
| 7 | Total typical range: EUR 1,000-2,600 |
Critical points
Read before you book
⚠ Obtain the MGAP import permit before booking flights. Uruguay requires this permit in advance and your pet will not clear customs without it.
⚠ Dogs must have the praziquantel (echinococcosis) treatment administered between 72 hours and 30 days before admission. This window requires coordination with your exact travel date. If the flight changes, the treatment timing may need to be reviewed.
⚠ Restricted breeds in Uruguay include Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier, and Dogo Argentino. Confirm your breed is not restricted before booking.
⚠ All pets must enter Uruguay through Carrasco International Airport (MVD) in Montevideo. There is no alternative air entry point.
Carriers
Airlines on this route
Iberia
Iberia operates cargo from Madrid (MAD) to Montevideo (MVD). Connect from Paris CDG to MAD, then Iberia to MVD. Iberia has well-established routes to Uruguay and coordinates pet cargo documentation. Confirm live animal acceptance and current schedules.
Air France
Air France Cargo operates from Paris CDG with connections to South America, including via Buenos Aires (EZE). From EZE, onward connection to Montevideo (MVD) is available via regional carriers. Confirm live animal routing and current cargo schedules with Air France Cargo.
LATAM Airlines
LATAM operates South America cargo routes and connects to Montevideo via its hub network. Via CDG and partner carriers. Confirm live animal acceptance and current freight capacity on the South American segments before booking.
Uruguay import rules, explained
Uruguay has a clear set of import requirements that are manageable with some planning. Follow them in order and keep an eye on the dates that cannot move.
Practical tips for this move
Get your pet used to the travel crate weeks in advance. A calm, crate-familiar animal travels far better than one meeting the crate for the first time at the airport.
Confirm live animal acceptance on every flight segment before booking. Not all aircraft or connections take pets, and cargo terms can differ leg to leg.
Keep every original document together and take copies. Border officials want originals, and a missing signature or date can hold up clearance.
Work backwards from your travel date and add a buffer. Fixed waiting periods mean a single slipped appointment can push the whole move back by weeks.
FAQ
Common questions
No. Uruguay does not require a rabies antibody titre test for pets from EU member states including France. The standard requirements are a current rabies vaccination, a health certificate, and an MGAP import permit.
Praziquantel is an antiparasitic treatment that eliminates Taenia echinococcus (the hydatic cyst tapeworm). Uruguay requires it for all incoming dogs to protect public and livestock health. The treatment must be given between 72 hours and 30 days before arrival in Uruguay, and documented by a vet.
Contact MGAP directly at mgap.gub.uy, or through the Uruguayan consulate in France. Apply at least 6-8 weeks before your planned travel date. The permit specifies the conditions your pet must meet before entry.
No. There is no routine quarantine for pets arriving with compliant documentation. MGAP officers inspect your pet at Carrasco International Airport (MVD) on arrival.
There is no direct cargo service from CDG to MVD. The most practical option is Iberia cargo via Madrid (MAD-MVD). Air France connects to Buenos Aires (EZE) via CDG with onward regional connections to Montevideo. LATAM Airlines also serves the South American corridor. Confirm live animal acceptance before booking.
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