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American Samoa requires an ISO microchip, rabies vaccination, a health certificate, and an import permit. Build my pet’s travel plan →
Who sets the rules here
American Samoa applies the rules of the United States as its baseline, and adds requirements of its own on top.
- Official source
- asbar.org
- Relationship to the United States
- inherits, plus local rules
How American Samoa handles your pet
Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the to read the exact wording; the opens the source page.
Health & documents
Service & assistance animals
Timing chain
Day -90 microchip implant · Day 0 arrive at customs
Conditional requirements
These rules apply only to some travellers — where the pet is departing from, where it has been, or who is travelling with it. Most people can ignore them, but if one applies to you it can change what you need, or mean denied entry if you skip it.
Dog arriving from a CDC high-risk rabies country — If your pet has been in one of 114 higher-risk countries in the last 6 months:
- Quarantine: CDC: a dog vaccinated in a high-risk country and arriving without a valid rabies serology titer is quarantined for 28 days at a CDC-registered animal care facility. The period can be shortened if certain criteria are met.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does American Samoa require rabies vaccination for dogs?
Yes, American Samoa requires a rabies vaccination for imported dogs. Exact timing depends on your origin country — compute your timeline at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does American Samoa require a microchip for pets?
Yes, American Samoa requires an ISO-compliant microchip. The microchip must typically be implanted before rabies vaccination. Get your full checklist at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
What health certificate does American Samoa require for pets?
American Samoa requires a veterinary health certificate for imported pets. Government endorsement is required. Get exact document requirements at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Do I need a pet import permit for American Samoa?
Yes, American Samoa requires an import permit for pets. Lead time varies — apply well in advance. Get your full preparation timeline at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →