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Pet Travel Requirements for Belize

Pet Entry Requirements for Belize

Step 1

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 you during travel, the chances of reuniting with your pet significantly increase if you register your information in a microchip database. Third, a microchip may be required if your pet is returning to its origination country. Although not required, it is recommended to have your pet identified with a microchip in accordance with the procedures in the country of origin. The most accepted form of identification is a 15-digitthat meets ISO (International Standards Organization) Standard 11784 or Annex A to ISO Standard 11785. If microchipped, all documents should reflect the microchip number. If you want to be sure that veterinary inspectors can read your pet’s microchip, you can provide athat will read the microchip. 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’s or your government’s database.

Step 2

Vaccinations

All cats and dogs imported to Belize that are over three months of age must be vaccinated for rabies at least 30 days prior to entering Belize. Multi-year rabies vaccinations are not recognized unless administered within 12 months of import. The administering veterinarian should issue, sign, and stamp: a rabies certificate orgovernment-issued vaccination booklet orEU Pet Passport Note: Rabies titer test results or veterinary exemption letters are no substitute for proof of rabies vaccination.

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. This test is not required to enter Belize from any country; however, all pets originating incountries classified as having a high risk of rabiesshould always travel with a rabies titer test.

Step 4

Parasite Treatments

Parasite treatments for internal and external parasites are required within 30 days of entering Belize with products approved in the country of origin. The administering veterinarian can record these treatments on the health certificate or issue a record of treatment. Pets should always be inspected for external parasites, such as fleas and ticks, prior to any international travel.

Step 5

Health Certificate

All countries worldwide require an original health certificate issued in the country of origin, including the following information: A licensed veterinarian in your country must complete thewithin 14 days of entry. Most countries, including Belize, require that this certificate be endorsed by the government agency responsible for the import and export of animals in the country of origin.

Step 6

Import Permit

You must file for an import permit before importing your pet to Belize. After your veterinarian has completed the import permit form, you will send it to the Agriculture Department of Belize. They will approve the form and fax it back to you. You will a fee for this service.Failure to file an import permit will result in a fine and may result in your pet being placed in quarantine upon entry.

Complete all 6 steps to enter Belize with your pet

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

Is Quarantine Required for Pets in Belize?

There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Belize 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 Belize pet import requirements.
Entering Belize by Air:
Pets must enter Belize via Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport in Ladyville. Pets can enter as in-cabin, checked baggage, or air cargo, according to airline pet policies. The owner should be present at customs clearance. In all cases, pets must travel in a pet carrier or pet crate that is 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. All domestic dogs and cats must be free of any signs of illness that can be transmitted to humans when evaluated at the entry airport. Importers will need to pay for further veterinary testing at this time if the health of your cat or dog is not acceptable.
Breeds Banned by Belize:
Belize does not publish a list of banned breeds. Importers are responsible for their pet’s behavior.
What is a Pet Passport?:
We refer to a pet passport as a collection of documents that fulfill Belize 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 Belize will include import permit, current rabies vaccination, and an export health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian in the origination country.
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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.
Belize Pet Import Requirements:
All steps required to conform to Belize pet import requirements must be completed in the origination country. Complete steps 1-6 in the order given.
Importing Other Animals to Belize:
Birds, invertebrates, tropical fish, reptiles, amphibia, and 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 Belize. 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 Belize:
There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Belize 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 Belize:
Unvaccinated puppies and kittens will be confined at home until such time that they are old enough for rabies vaccination (three months). They will also be confined at home for 30 days after the rabies vaccination. 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 BELIZE below.
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8 responses to “Belize Pet Import Requirements”:
Bobby L Wikan[January 8, 2025](https://www.wagsandwanders.com/information/pet-passports/belize-pet-import-requirements/comment-page-1/#comment-19)Do I need a permit if I come to Belize from USA on Norwegian cruise line NCL, BUT DO NOT PLAN NOR WILL I AND MY SERVICE DOG disembark from the ship? We will stay on ship, again we will not leave the ship to go ashore.[[[[[[[Reply](#comment-304)](#comment-110)](#comment-108)](#comment-34)](#comment-31)](#comment-22)](#comment-19)[[[Susan](https://wagsandwanders.com)](https://wagsandwanders.com)](https://wagsandwanders.com)[January 8, 2025](https://www.wagsandwanders.com/information/pet-passports/belize-pet-import-requirements/comment-page-1/#comment-19)Bobby – the answer to this question depends on whether Norwegian includes your dog on its manifest (we expect that they will), and whether the inspector will request your dog’s paperwork. We have heard mixed feedback regarding inspectors. In Mexico, inspectors frequently will insist that canine requirements are met, whether or not the dog departs the ship. In the abundance of caution, we would advise you contact Norwegian and ask whether inspectors will ask for documentation. If you cannot get a firm response, we would advise that you have required documentation available, especially if t[here](https://www.wagsandwanders.com/information/pet-passports/belize-pet-import-requirements/) is no avenue to securely confine your dog while in port.[[[[[[[Reply](#comment-304)](#comment-110)](#comment-108)](#comment-34)](#comment-31)](#comment-22)](#comment-19)Debra PowellJanuary 12, 2025I plan to drive into Belize. Can my service dog enter with me? If so, what specific docs do I need before traveling?[[[[[[[Reply](#comment-304)](#comment-110)](#comment-108)](#comment-34)](#comment-31)](#comment-22)](#comment-19)[[[Susan](https://wagsandwanders.com)](https://wagsandwanders.com)](https://wagsandwanders.com)January 13, 2025Debra – service dogs are subject to the same requirements as regular dogs, so all the requirements listed[here](https://www.wagsandwanders.com/information/pet-passports/belize-pet-import-requirements/)would apply (import permit, proof of rabies vaccination and export health certificate issued in your country of origin). Know also that your service dog will need to conform to requirements to reenter the country of origin if you plan to return. You can find those requirements[here](https://www.wagsandwanders.com/information/pet-passports/belize-pet-import-requirements/).[[[[[[[Reply](#comment-304)](#comment-110)](#comment-108)](#comment-34)](#comment-31)](#comment-22)](#comment-19)Brian Foster[January 23, 2025](https://www.wagsandwanders.com/information/pet-passports/belize-pet-import-requirements/comment-page-1/#comment-108)I’m filling out the Application BAHAAHD/IR/P/001/-F1I can’t find instruction anyw[here](https://www.wagsandwanders.com/information/pet-passports/belize-pet-import-requirements/).I’m doing the Application for my pet cat.My questions are :1.I assume I’m the importer and exporter is that corect?2. #7 just says ” In Transit ” what do I put t[here](https://www.wagsandwanders.com/information/pet-passports/belize-pet-import-requirements/)?Do I do anything for questios 15-20?Or 27-32[[[[[[[Reply](#comment-304)](#comment-110)](#comment-108)](#comment-34)](#comment-31)](#comment-22)](#comment-19)[[[Susan](https://wagsandwanders.com)](https://wagsandwanders.com)](https://wagsandwanders.com)[January 23, 2025](https://www.wagsandwanders.com/information/pet-passports/belize-pet-import-requirements/comment-page-1/#comment-108)Brian – if you will be checking and claiming your cat, you are both the importer and exporter. Questions 15-20: Put diagonal lines (upper left corner to lower right corner). Same for 27-32 as you are not importing any sort of Biologic. As for #7, you would list any countries that your cat would be transiting through on the way to Belize. If on a direct flight, put a diagonal line through the box.[[[[[[[Reply](#comment-304)](#comment-110)](#comment-108)](#comment-34)](#comment-31)](#comment-22)](#comment-19)Sahara BursonFebruary 16, 2025Is t[here](https://www.wagsandwanders.com/information/pet-passports/belize-pet-import-requirements/) a limit on how many pet cats and dogs can be imported?[[[[[[[Reply](#comment-304)](#comment-110)](#comment-108)](#comment-34)](#comment-31)](#comment-22)](#comment-19)[[[Susan](https://wagsandwanders.com)](https://wagsandwanders.com)](https://wagsandwanders.com)February 17, 2025Sahara – Belize regulations do not specify a limit on the number of pets that can be imported; however, each permit and associated fee is calculated per animal.[[[[[[[Reply](#comment-304)](#comment-110)](#comment-108)](#comment-34)](#comment-31)](#comment-22)](#comment-19)
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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 in and enforce CITES rules and protections. Related:Search the CITES databaseorSearch the Species+ database Related:Read more about CITES

Last updated: March 15, 2025

Traveler Tips & Experiences

Emily Parker

February 12, 2025

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

Michael Chen

January 3, 2025

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

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