Anguilla
Pet Travel Policy Information
Pet Travel Requirements for Anguilla
Pet Entry Requirements for Anguilla
Pet Microchip
Having your pet identified with a microchip is important when traveling internationally for several reasons. First, a microchip will tie your pet to its documentation when entering a foreign country. Secondly, if, for any reason, your pet is separated from your during travel, the chances of reuniting with your pet significantly increase if you register your information in a microchip database. Third, a microchip is likely required to return to your origination country if your pet will be returning after visiting Anguilla. Although it is not required, your pet should be identified prior to entering Anguilla in accordance with your origination country’s procedures. The most accepted form of identification is with a 15-digitwhich meets ISO (International Standards Organization) Standard 11784 or Annex A to ISO Standard 11785. All documents must reflect the microchip number. If your pet is microchipped and the pet’s microchip is not ISO 11784/11785 compliant, athat will read their pet’s microchip can be provided by the importer. Your veterinarian, a veterinary hospital or a trained nurse should implant the microchip. You should receive documentation on how to register it in the manufacturer or your government’s database.
Vaccinations
All cats and dogs must be vaccinated for rabies between 30 days and 12 months prior to entering Anguilla for primary vaccinations. Booster vaccinations must be administered prior to the expiration of the previous vaccination. The administering veterinarian should issue, sign and stamp: a rabies certificate orgovernment-issued vaccination booklet orEU Pet Passport
Rabies Titer (Serology) Test
A rabies titer test is not required to enter Anguilla from any country. Note that rabies titer test results or veterinary exemption letters are no substitution for proof of rabies vaccination.
Parasite Treatments
According to all preventative measures to ensure public health and the safety of your pet, treatments for internal and external parasites should be administered prior to entering Anguilla. The treatment of pets for internal parasites, especially Echinococcus multilocularis, as well as external parasites (fleas and ticks) should be discussed with your veterinarian who will administer according to disease status of the origination country. These treatments are recommended, but not required. Pet owners should consider keeping their pets protected when traveling internationally, and export procedures in the origination country may mandate these treatments.
Health Certificate
All countries worldwide require an original health certificate and Anguilla is no exception. The certificate must include: A licensed veterinarian in your country must complete thewithin 14 days of entry. Most countries, including Anguilla, require that this certificate be endorsed by the government agency responsible for the import and export of animals.
Import Permit
Pet dogs and cats entering Anguilla with their owners will require an import permit from the Department of Agriculture. The application should be submitted more than 14 days prior to travel. The permit is valid for 30 days.
Complete all 6 steps to enter Anguilla with your pet
Requirements may change. Always verify with official sources before travel.
Is Quarantine Required for Pets in Anguilla?
There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Anguilla if pet import regulations detailed here are met. If your pet does not conform to the regulations as stated below, it will be subject to quarantine if facilities are available, returned to the origination country, or euthanized. The importer will be responsible all costs involved.
What Additional Information Do I Need for Anguilla?
- More information:
Not specified
- Other Vaccinations:
Distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, hepatitis (two types), parainfluenza, and parvovirus vaccinations are required for dogs. Panleukopenia, feline leukemia, calicivirus, and feline viral rhinotracheitis vaccinations are required for cats. All vaccinations should be recorded on the international health certificate (step 5) at intervals required by the origination country.
- What is a Pet Passport?:
We refer to a pet passport as a collection of documents that fulfill Anguilla pet import requirements for dogs or cats entering this country.This term is not to be confused with an official EU Pet Passport issued in the European Union for EU-resident pets. Your pet’s passport to enter Anguilla will include import permit, proof of current rabies vaccination, and an export health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian in the origination country.
- Entering Anguilla by Air:
All live animals must enter Anguilla at Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport near The Valley according toairline pet policies. In all cases, pets must travel in a crate in accordance with the International Air Transport Association. Related:Is your pet’s crate IATA-compliant? Importers should inform veterinary officials in advance as they will need to be available to check your pet and its pet passport documentation after landing. Value added tax will be charged at entry for pets entering as air cargo according to the pet’s value and cost of transport. All domestic dogs and cats must be free of evidence of disease communicable to humans when examined at the entry airport. If your dog or cat is not in apparent good health, further examination by a licensed veterinarian may be required at importer expense.
- Breeds Banned by Anguilla:
Pit Bull breeds or breeds known to be ferocious will not be permitted entry to Anguilla. Pet owners are always responsible for their pet’s behavior.
- Find a Licensed Veterinarian:
Before beginning any pet export procedure, make sure your veterinarian is approved by the governing veterinarian authority in your pet’s country of origin. Your veterinarian should work for or is licensed by the agency of the government that is responsible for the movement of live animals.
- Anguilla Pet Import Requirements:
All steps required to conform to Anguilla pet import requirements must be completed in the origination country. Complete steps 1-6 in the order given.
- Importing Other Animals to Anguilla:
Owners of pet birds will need to submit an application for a permit to the Department of Natural Resources in Anguilla. Invertebrates, tropical fish, reptiles, amphibia, mammals such as rodents and rabbits are not subject to requirements of rabies vaccination but may have to meet other requirements and should have a health certificate to enter Anguilla. Pet owners are strongly advised to seek further information from the relevant authority of their country and/or that of the country of destination.
- Quarantine for Pets Entering Anguilla:
There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Anguilla if pet import regulations detailed here are met. If your pet does not conform to the regulations as stated below, it will be subject to quarantine if facilities are available, returned to the origination country, or euthanized. The importer will be responsible all costs involved.
- Importing Puppies and Kittens to Anguilla:
Puppies and kittens should not be vaccinated for rabies prior to three months of age. Unvaccinated puppies and kittens can enter Angola at the minimum age of 13 weeks. Related: More information ontransporting a puppy.
- Animals Eligible for These Pet Import Requirements:
These rules apply to the transport of domestic dogs and cats including assistance and service animals. Unless 5th generation removed from the pedigree, wolf hybrids, Savannah and Bengal cats cannot be imported under these regulations. Owners of other types of pets (amphibia, reptiles, birds, rabbits, rodents) covered by these regulations should refer to IMPORTING OTHER PET ANIMALS TO ANGUILLA below.
- Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES):
The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) prohibits the trade of some species of animals, including pets. This is important if you have a pet that isn’t a dog or cat, and it’s crucial if it’s a turtle or a parrot. If so, you will have to submit additional permit applications. Over 180 nations participate and enforce CITES rules and protections. Related:Search the CITES databaseorSearch the Species+ database Related:Read more about CITES
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Traveler Tips & Experiences
Emily Parker
February 12, 2025
I visited Anguilla last year with my French Bulldog and found the process straightforward and well-documented.
Michael Chen
January 3, 2025
Air travel to Anguilla was a breeze and my cat had no issues. Highly recommend booking early!