In short:
Preparing to move a pet from United States to Peru
typically takes around 6-10 weeks.
There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets.
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Overview
Shipping a dog or cat from United States to Peru rewards owners who start planning early. Around 6-10 weeks is typical, with a straightforward sequence to work through. There is no routine quarantine, provided the paperwork is in order.
The sections below cover each requirement in detail.
Step by step
The United States to Peru process
1
Before vaccinations.
ISO microchip implanted
Responsible: USDA-accredited vet
2
At least 21 days before travel.
Rabies vaccination
Responsible: USDA-accredited vet
3
Blood drawn at least 30 days after rabies vaccination. Verify requirement with SENASA before proceeding.
Titre test if required by SENASA
Responsible: Approved laboratory
4
At least 4 weeks before travel.
Apply for SENASA import permit
Responsible: Owner or agent
5
After permit confirmed.
Book cabin or cargo transport
Responsible: Owner or pet transport agent
6
Within 10 days of travel.
USDA health certificate
Responsible: USDA-accredited vet, then USDA APHIS 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
May be required for US pets. Verify with SENASA Peru before committing to a travel date, as the USA's non-rabies-free status means a titre test is possible.
Quarantine
No routine quarantine. SENASA 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.
No formal US export permit. USDA endorsement serves as export documentation.
Health certificate
USDA-accredited veterinarian health certificate, endorsed by USDA APHIS Veterinary Services. Must list microchip, vaccinations, and any treatments required.
Costs
What this route typically costs
1
Cargo airline fee: $900 to $2,200 from US hub to Lima depending on routing and crate size
2
Cabin pet fee: typically $125 to $200 one way
3
USDA health certificate plus endorsement: $200 to $450
4
Titre test if required: $150 to $350
5
SENASA import permit fee: confirm with SENASA Peru
6
Pet transport agent fee (optional): $400 to $1,500
7
IATA-compliant travel crate: $60 to $400
Critical points
Read before you book
⚠ Verify the titre test requirement with SENASA Peru early. The USA's non-rabies-free status means a titre test is a real possibility.
⚠ The SENASA import permit is mandatory. Apply at least 4 weeks before travel.
⚠ Pit Bull types face breed restrictions in Lima and some other Peruvian regions. Confirm with SENASA before applying.
⚠ USDA APHIS endorsement takes 2-10 business days. Time the vet appointment so the certificate is valid on arrival.
Carriers
Airlines on this route
American Airlines
Miami, Dallas, and other US hubs to Lima directly. Primary US carrier for Peru. Cabin and cargo pet options.
Cargo and Cabin
LATAM Airlines
Via Miami to Lima. Peru's main carrier. Good cabin and cargo pet policy.
Cargo and Cabin
United Airlines
USA to Lima via connection. Accepts pets in cabin and cargo.
Cargo and Cabin
Meeting Peru's entry requirements
The path into Peru is straightforward to follow once you know the steps. Give the time-sensitive items priority and check the details below.
Advice worth following
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.
Check the airline’s crate size and labelling rules early. An undersized or wrongly labelled crate is a frequent reason pets are refused at check-in.
Ask about temperature embargoes for your travel window. Summer and winter cargo restrictions can rule out certain routes and dates entirely.
Book the titre test laboratory well ahead. Approved labs have limited slots and the sample takes time to process, so this is not something to leave to the final weeks.
FAQ
Common questions
SENASA Peru classifies countries by rabies risk, and US pets may be required to have a titre test. The USA is not classified as a rabies-free country, so a titre test is a real possibility. Verify the current requirement directly with SENASA Peru before starting your preparations. If required, the blood draw must be at least 30 days after your pet’s most recent rabies vaccination.
Contact SENASA Peru (Servicio Nacional de Sanidad Agraria) with your pet’s microchip details, vaccination records, any titre test documentation, and your planned travel date and entry airport. Apply at least 4 weeks before travel. The permit is confirmed in writing. Do not book cargo before the permit is confirmed.
No routine quarantine for pets arriving with correct documentation, a valid SENASA import permit, and current vaccinations. SENASA veterinary officers inspect arriving pets at Lima’s Jorge Chavez Airport before customs. For compliant pets the inspection is brief. If documentation is incomplete, an extended hold or refusal of entry is possible.
American Airlines, LATAM Airlines, and United Airlines all offer services from US hubs to Lima’s Jorge Chavez International Airport with cabin and cargo pet options. American flies direct from Miami and other hubs. LATAM connects through Miami. For cabin travel, typical weight limits are around 20 lbs total with carrier. Cargo is available for larger pets. Confirm the current pet policy directly with your airline before booking.
Airline guides
American Airlines
LATAM Airlines
United Airlines
Breed guides
Check breed-specific airline rules and country bans.