In short:
Preparing to move a pet from United Kingdom to Peru
typically takes around 6-10 weeks.
There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets.
A rabies titre test may be required depending on your pet's origin, so check the requirements below.
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Overview
If you are relocating a pet from United Kingdom to Peru, the process is manageable once you know the sequence. This is a middle of the road route, and about 6-10 weeks of preparation usually covers it. Pets with correct documentation skip quarantine entirely.
A rabies titre test may apply depending on where your pet is coming from, so check the requirements below. Use the timeline below to plan backwards from your travel date.
Step by step
The United Kingdom to Peru process
1
Before vaccinations.
ISO microchip implanted
Responsible: Vet
2
At least 21 days before travel.
Rabies vaccination completed
Responsible: Vet
3
Blood drawn at least 30 days after rabies vaccination. Verify requirement with SENASA Peru before proceeding.
Titre test if required by SENASA
Responsible: APHA-approved laboratory
4
At least 4 weeks before travel. Contact SENASA Peru directly.
Apply for SENASA import permit
Responsible: Owner or agent
5
After import permit is confirmed.
Book cargo or cabin transport
Responsible: Owner or pet transport agent
6
Within 10 days of travel.
APHA Export Health Certificate
Responsible: APHA-authorised vet, then APHA endorsement
7
On arrival at Jorge Chavez International Airport.
SENASA inspection on arrival at Lima
Responsible: SENASA Veterinary Services
Checklist
Peru: entry requirements
Requirement
Detail
Microchip
Required. ISO 11784/11785 standard.
Rabies vaccination
Required. Minimum age 12 weeks. 21-day wait after primary vaccination.
Rabies titre test
Required for some countries depending on SENASA's country classification. Verify with SENASA Peru whether this applies to UK pets before committing to a travel date.
Quarantine
No routine quarantine. Veterinary inspection on arrival at Jorge Chavez International Airport, Lima.
Import permit
Required. Issued by SENASA Peru (Servicio Nacional de Sanidad Agraria). Apply at least 4 weeks before travel.
Health certificate
Official health certificate issued by APHA-authorised vet and endorsed by APHA. Must list microchip, vaccinations, and any treatments.
No formal UK export permit. The APHA-endorsed certificate is the required document.
Health certificate
APHA Export Health Certificate issued by an APHA-authorised vet and endorsed by APHA. Must list microchip, vaccinations, and all treatments.
Costs
What this route typically costs
1
Cargo airline fee: £900 to £2,200 from Heathrow to Lima depending on routing and crate size
2
APHA Export Health Certificate and endorsement: £150 to £350
3
Rabies titre test if required: £120 to £280
4
SENASA import permit fee: confirm with SENASA Peru
5
Pet transport agent fee (optional): £400 to £1,500
6
IATA-compliant travel crate: £60 to £350
Critical points
Read before you book
⚠ Verify the titre test requirement with SENASA Peru before starting preparations. Requirements can vary based on current country classifications.
⚠ The SENASA import permit is mandatory. Allow at least 4 weeks for processing and do not book cargo without confirmation.
⚠ Pit Bull Terrier types face breed restrictions in Lima and some other Peruvian regions. Check with SENASA if your dog is a restricted type.
⚠ Health certificate valid for 10 days from issue. Time APHA appointment accordingly.
⚠ Routing via connections is standard for this route. Confirm total transit time and live animal acceptance on all legs.
Carriers
Airlines on this route
British Airways
Heathrow to Lima via connection. Pet cargo via IAG Cargo. Confirm routing and live animal acceptance for the specific connection used.
Cargo Only
LATAM Airlines
Via connection to Lima. Accepts small pets in cabin (up to 8 kg including carrier) and larger pets as cargo.
Cargo and Cabin
Iberia
Via Madrid to Lima. Accepts pets in cabin and cargo. Good option from Heathrow for this South American route.
Cargo and Cabin
The rules for bringing a pet into Peru
Peru 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.
How to keep this move on track
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
Yes. A SENASA import permit is required for all pet dogs and cats entering Peru. Apply to SENASA Peru at least 4 weeks before your intended travel date. The permit must be obtained before you book cargo space. Applications require your pet’s microchip details, vaccination records, and travel plans. Do not travel without a confirmed permit, as your pet may be refused entry.
No routine quarantine applies for pets arriving with correct documentation and a valid SENASA import permit. A SENASA veterinary inspection takes place on arrival at Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima. The inspection is typically brief for compliant pets. Extended holds or return of the pet can occur if documentation is incomplete.
SENASA requires titre tests for pets from some countries based on their country classification. Whether this applies to UK pets should be verified directly with SENASA Peru before your preparations begin. If a titre test is required, the blood must be drawn at least 30 days after your pet’s rabies vaccination. Allow 6-8 additional weeks if a titre test is part of the process.
Peru has breed restrictions in some regions, particularly around Lima, which restrict Pit Bull Terrier types and similar breeds. The regulations are enforced at the municipal level rather than a single national list. If your dog is a Pit Bull type or shares physical characteristics with restricted breeds, contact SENASA and the relevant municipality before applying for an import permit.
Airline guides
British Airways
LATAM Airlines
Iberia
Breed guides
Check breed-specific airline rules and country bans.