Export Requirements
What you need to do before your pet can leave Costa Rica.
Export Permit
True
Government Endorsement
SENASA Costa Rica endorsement required
Airlines Available from Costa Rica
LATAM Airlines
Cabin and cargoAvianca
Cabin and cargoCopa Airlines
Cabin and cargoAmerican Airlines
Cabin and cargoUnited Airlines
Cabin onlyDelta Air Lines
Cabin and cargoAir Canada
Cabin and cargoIberia
Cabin and cargoBritish Airways
Cargo onlyAir France
Cabin and cargoPopular routes from Costa Rica
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your pet needs a valid microchip (ISO standard), current rabies vaccination, and an official health certificate endorsed by SENASA-CR. Specific destination countries may require additional documents such as a titre test result, import permit, or specific certificate formats.
No formal export permit required. Official health certificate from SENASA CR-accredited vet, endorsed by SENASA CR.
The best airline depends on your destination. LATAM Airlines operates cabin and cargo pet services from Costa Rica. Always confirm live animal acceptance with the airline before booking.
Your destination country may restrict certain breeds regardless of your origin. Commonly restricted breeds include American Pit Bull Terrier, Rottweiler. Always check destination country rules for your specific breed.
Start at least 3 months before travel for most destinations. For Australia, New Zealand, or Mauritius, start 7-8 months ahead because of mandatory titre test waiting periods (180 days) and limited quarantine facility availability.
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Sources
Requirements on this page were checked against the authorities below. Rules change, so confirm current conditions with the relevant authority before you travel.
- IATA · International Air Transport Association, Live Animals Regulations
- SENASA Argentina · Servicio Nacional de Sanidad y Calidad Agroalimentaria, Argentina