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Pet Travel Requirements for Antigua and Barbuda

Pet Entry Requirements for Antigua and Barbuda

Step 1

Pet Microchip

Pet dogs and cats must first be microchipped with a 15-digitthat is compliant with ISO standard 11784 or Annex A to standard 11785 to import a pet to Antigua and Barbuda. Pets may enter from a rabies-infected country such as the United States or Canada, North, Central and South American Countries, USVI, British Virgin Islands, Cuba, Hispanola, St Martin, Montserrat, Grenada and Trinidad & Tobago, Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao or any country that does not maintain strict entry control requirements of imported pets. If your pet’s microchip is not ISO compliant, you can either bring your own. 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.

Step 2

Vaccinations

All cats and dogs must be vaccinated against rabies between 30 days and 12 months prior to entering Antigua and Barbuda. The administering veterinarian should issue either: A rabies certificate orA government-issued vaccination booklet orAn EU Pet Passport After issuance, the veterinarian should sign and stamp all entries.

Step 3

Rabies Titer (Serology) Test

A rabies titer test measures the level of rabies antibodies in your pet’s blood. It should be administered more than 30 days after the rabies vaccination. Samples must be processed at a laboratory approved by the World Organization of Animal Health (WOAH). The titer test is not required when entering Antigua and Barbuda from a country that is recognized by the WOAH as rabies-free and maintains strict control over the import of rabies-carrying animals. Note that the results of a rabies titer test do not substitute for proof of rabies vaccination. Both will be required.

Step 4

Import Permit

An import permit from the Veterinary and Livestock Division is required for pet dogs and cats entering Antigua and Barbuda with their owners. Importers should apply at least 2 weeks in advance for the permit.

Step 5

Parasite Treatments

Parasite treatments for internal and external parasites should be administered shortly prior to entering Antigua and Barbuda. The administering veterinarian can record these treatments on the health certificate or issue you a signed and stamped record of treatment.

Step 6

Health Certificate

All countries worldwide require an original health certificate including: A licensed veterinarian in the origination country must complete thewithin 7 days of entry. The health certificate must clearly identify your pet and include its microchip number. A governmental veterinarian must state that your pet is fit to travel and is not originating from an area that is under restrictions for rabies. After issuance, the certificate must be certified (endorsed) by a government veterinarian representing the agency in the origination country that is responsible for the import and export of live animals.

Complete all 6 steps to enter Antigua and Barbuda with your pet

Requirements may change. Always verify with official sources before travel.

Is Quarantine Required for Pets in Antigua and Barbuda?

There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Antigua and Barbuda 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.

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  • Current information:

    To the best of our ability, we ensure that recommendations given on wagsandwanders.com reflect the current regulations. We cannot predict how a given country may enforce these regulations. Noncompliance may result in the need to: make arrangements to put your pet into quarantine at your expense orreturn your pet to the country of origin, oreuthanize your pet. We suggest that you minimize the disruptions that may occur by following Antigua and Barbuda pet import requirements.

  • What is a Pet Passport?:

    We refer to a pet passport as a collection of documents that fulfill Antigua and Barbuda 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 Antigua and Barbuda will include import permit, proof of microchip, Animals eligible for these pet import requirements

  • Breeds Banned by Anguilla:

    Any dog of the Pitbull breed or cross of this breed are not permitted to land on Antigua and Barbuda. Anydog resembling this breed must be accompanied by a certification from a recognized kennel club confirming that the dog is not of a Pit Bull breed.

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  • 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.

  • Entering Antigua and Barbuda by Air:

    Pets entering Antigua by air must enter at the V.C. Bird International Airport in St. John’s. Pets can enter Antigua and Barbuda in the cabin, as checked baggage or as air cargo according to airline pet policies. In all cases, pets must travel in a crate or carrier in accordance with the International Air Transport Association. Related:Is your pet’s crate IATA-compliant? Importers must notify the Veterinary & Livestock Division of the pet’s arrival 48 hours ahead of arrival. This will allow for inspection of your pet and its pet passport documentation. There is a fee for the inspection. Animals are also subject to import tax. 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 your expense.

  • Importing Puppies and Kittens to Anguilla:

    Puppies and kittens should not be vaccinated for rabies prior to three months of age. They must be vaccinated after 3 months of age and wait for 30 days before travel. Antigua and Barbuda will not accept a pet that is not vaccinated for rabies. Related: More information ontransporting a puppy.

  • Antigua and Barbuda Pet Import Requirements:

    All steps required to conform to Antigua and Barbuda pet import requirements must be completed in the origination country. Complete steps 1-6 in the order given.

  • Importing Other Animals to Antigua and Barbuda:

    Birds, invertebrates, tropical fish, reptiles, amphibia, mammals such as rodents and rabbits are not subject to requirements of rabies vaccination but will need an import permit and a current health certificate to enter Antigua and Barbuda. Pet owners are strongly advised to seek further information from the relevant authority of their country and/or that of the country of destination.[Contact us](mailto:info@Wags and Wanderstransport.com)for an agent reference if needed.

  • Quarantine for Pets Entering Antigua and Barbuda:

    There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Antigua and Barbuda 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.

  • 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 ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA below.

  • Have Questions About Importing Your Pet to Antigua and Barbuda?:

    Have a comment about importing a pet to Antigua and Barbuda? Post it below and be published! You can also reach out by posting to ourBlog,[X (Twitter)](https://twitter.com/Wags and Wanderscom/),[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/Wags and Wanders/), orEmailor follow our activities on[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/Wags and Wanderstransport/profilecard/)andTikTok. Please note that the accuracy of comments made by Facebook users other than Pet Travel has not been verified, and we do not endorse any person or company that may offer transport services through posts to this webpage.

  • Here’s what is included in the Antigua and Barbuda pet passport package::

    Detailed instructions on importing your dog, cat or ferret to Antigua and Barbuda from any country available in six languagesRequired Vaccinations and IntervalsISO 11784/11785 Compliant Microchip InformationRabies Titer Test Instructions (when required)Parasite TreatmentsRequirements for Dogs Returning to the United StatesIATA Carrier and Crate RequirementsLayover Considerations & Requirements for Airline Pet TravelResponsibilities of a Pet TransporterFREE unlimited email supportboth for you and your veterinarian, should either of you have any questions Also included at no additional cost: Airline Health CertificateVeterinary Health Certificate for Antigua and Barbuda (US/Canada)Inoculation RecordMicrochip Certificate

  • Need more detailed pet import requirements and forms for Antigua and Barbuda?:

    Visit Wags and WandersStore.com for step-by-step detailed instructions on regulations, permits, layovers, costs, tests and pet import regulations for Antigua and Barbuda at minimal cost.Our information is current, verified and tailored to your pet’s itinerary.

  • Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES):

    Importers should verify that their pet is not protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). This is important if your pet is not a dog or cat and very important if it is a turtle or parrot.  You will need to apply for additional permits if this is the case. Over 180 countries participate and enforce CITES regulations. Related:Search the CITES databaseorSearch the Species+ database Related:Read more about CITES

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Last updated: March 15, 2025

Traveler Tips & Experiences

Emily Parker

Emily Parker

February 12, 2025

24

I visited Antigua and Barbuda last year with my French Bulldog and found the process straightforward and well-documented.

Michael Chen

Michael Chen

January 3, 2025

18

Air travel to Antigua and Barbuda was a breeze and my cat had no issues. Highly recommend booking early!

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