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Jamaika requires an ISO microchip, rabies vaccination (with a 180-day waiting period), a rabies titer test with a 90-day waiting period, a health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, and an import permit. Quarantine is required for 14 days. Breed restrictions apply.
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Jamaica is not a signatory to an international pet passport or international pet travel scheme; pet passport holders must still comply with all import requirements Quarantine: the Veterinary Services Division's Quarantine Unit states that all imported animals must be quarantined for no less than 14 days at Plumb Point, at JMD 1,000 per animal per day, doubling if the animal is not collected on timeThe guidance to the 2017 Regulations describes this as the landing officer's decision, so a healthy pet whose paperwork is in order may be released instead Plan and budget for the 14 days You must book the quarantine place at least 3 weeks ahead, and no animal is landed without a booking Owners supply food, bowls and bedding, and pay to transport the animal from the airport to the station The rabies waiting period depends on the animal's age at its FIRST vaccination: a puppy or kitten vaccinated between 3 and 12 months old does not qualify for entry until 180 days after that primary inoculation, while a dog or cat first vaccinated at 12 months or older qualifies 3 months after it Hybrid dogs and cats - the offspring of a domestic dog or cat crossed with another species - may not be imported at all, whatever their rabies history A dog must NOT have been vaccinated against canine influenza, and must be free of it in the 7 days before export Permits take about five business days to process and are valid for one journey only Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the
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Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedJamaica prior to the expiration date of the import permit TRAVEL GUIDELINES Dogs and cats CAN travel as manifested cargo, with checked baggage or in the cabin in compliance with the International Air Transport… verified 2026-09-10 Health & documents Microchip · Required ✓ JaMust be permanently identified with a microchip (ISO Standard 11784 or Annex A to Standard 11785. (This MUST be done prior to rabies vaccination). verified 2026-09-10 Microchip · Standard ISO Standard 11784 or Annex A to Standard 11785 Must be permanently identified with a microchip (ISO Standard 11784 or Annex A to Standard 11785. verified 2026-09-10 Microchip · Must be done before vaccination ✓ JaPets must FIRST be microchipped prior to being vaccinated for rabies verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Type approved_facility Require the dog or cat to undergo post-entry quarantine for a period of not less than (14) fourteen days at the National Quarantine Facility, Plumb Point verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Required ✓ JaAll animals imported into the country are required by law to be quarantined for a period of no less than fourteen (14) days at the National Quarantine Facility at Plumb Point. verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Duration 14 days Require the dog or cat to undergo post-entry quarantine for a period of not less than (14) fourteen days at the National Quarantine Facility, Plumb Point verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Estimated cost JMD 1,000 per animal per day, doubling beyond 14 days (about JMD 14,000 for the minimum stay) Dogs (per animal per day)- $1000.00 Cats (per animal per day)- $1000.00 verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Pre-approval required ✓ JaMake an appointment for quarantine with the Quaran- tine Officer at least 3 weeks before animal (s) arrive. NO ANIMAL SHALL BE LANDED UNLESS THE ANIMAL HAS A BOOK- ING IN QUARANTINE. verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Approved facility required ✓ Jain the Sixth Schedule, the inspector may: Require the dog or cat to undergo post-entry quarantine for a period of not less than (14) fourteen days at the National Quarantine Facility verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Required ✓ JaIMPORTERS ARE ADVISED NOT TO START ANY TESTS, VACCINATIONS OR TREATMENTS, REQUIRED FOR ENTRY INTO JAMAICA (WITH THE EXCEPTION OF RABIES VACCINATION AND FAVN TITRE TEST) UNTIL THEIR PRELIMINARY APPLICATION FORM HAS BEEN… verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Minimum level iu ml 0.5 (FAVN results must be at least 0.5 IU/mL) verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Test validity months 12 months The dogs are not eligible for entry into the Jamaica until at least three (3) months and not more than twelve (12) months after the date the blood sample collection that gave a successful FAVN test result was drawn. verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ JaThe Rabies Neutralizing Antibody Test must be a fluorescent antibody virus neutralization (FAVN) test and MUST be done by an OIE/WHO approved rabies reference laboratory verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Waiting period after test days 90 days The dogs are not eligible for entry into the Jamaica until at least three (3) months and not more than twelve (12) months after the date the blood sample collection that gave a successful FAVN test result was drawn. verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Test must follow vaccination days 30 days A FAVN titre test MUST be done 30 days after the initial inoculation. verified 2026-09-10 Import permit · Cost JMD 5,000 for a commercial permit; JMD 2,000 to JMD 5,000 for a non-commercial or domestic-use permit The cost of permits o Commercial permits J$5000 o Non Commercial/ Domestic Use permits ranges from J$2000 to J$5000 verified 2026-09-10 Import permit · Required ✓ JaDogs and cats arriving at any port in Jamaica WITHOUT a valid Veterinary Import Permit WILL be denied entry in to the island. verified 2026-09-10 Import permit · Issuing authority Veterinary Services Division …countries, in accordance with Regulation 10, along with a valid veterinary import permit issued by the Veterinary Services Division, Jamaica, must accompany the dog or cat upon arrival in Jamaica. verified 2026-09-10 Import permit · Permit validity 90 days All permits are valid for a period of three (3) months verified 2026-09-10 Flea treatment · Required ✓ JaThe dog or cat must be treated b y an approved licensed veterinarian twice using products registered in the exporting country for the control of fleas, ticks, lice and mites at the manufacturer’s recommended dose. verified 2026-09-10 Flea treatment · Timing notes first treatment 30 days before shipment, second within 7 days of export The first treatment to be given thirty (30) days prior to the date of ship ment, and the second treatment, within seven (7) days of export. verified 2026-09-10 Heartworm test · Required ✓ JaThe dogs were subjected to a heartworm antigen ELISA test with a negative result within the 30 days prior to export. verified 2026-09-10 Tick treatment · Required ✓ JaThe dog or cat must be treated b y an approved licensed veterinarian twice using products registered in the exporting country for the control of fleas, ticks, lice and mites at the manufacturer’s recommended dose. verified 2026-09-10 Tick treatment · Drug accepted products registered in the exporting country for the control of fleas, ticks, lice and mites The dog or cat must be treated b y an approved licensed veterinarian twice using products registered in the exporting country for the control of fleas, ticks, lice and mites at the manufacturer’s recommended dose. verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Issuer official_vet The Official Veterinary Export Health Certificate must be completed by an Official Veterinarian of the country of origin; OR prepared by an Accredited Veterinarian of the country of origin. verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Required ✓ JaThe original copy of the Official Veterinary Export Health Certificate for export, from the approved country of origin of the dog or cat (in accordance with Regulation 10) must accompany the dogs or cats verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Endorsed by Official Veterinarian The Official Veterinarian must complete, sign and stamp all pages of the Official Veterinary Export Health Certificate. verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days This certificate is valid for 10 days from the date of issue. In the case of transport ation by sea, the period may be extended corresponding… verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Original required ✓ JaUpon arrival, an official veterinarian will: Conduct a documentary check in relation to the dog or cat on ALL required import documents inclusive of: Original Importers copy of the Veterinary Import Permit (permit must… verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Government endorsed ✓ JaOfficial Veterinary Export Health Certificate signed by official government veterinarian or by an accredited veterinarian and endorsed by an official government veterinarian - I will have my pet’s vaccination records… verified 2026-09-10 Other vaccinations · Distemper ✓ JaEach dog was vaccinated according to the vaccine manufacturer’s recommendations against canine distemper virus, canine parvovirus, canine infectious hepatitis virus or; canine adenovirus type 2 (canine respiratory… verified 2026-09-10 Other vaccinations · Adenovirus ✓ JaEach dog was vaccinated according to the vaccine manufacturer’s recommendations against canine distemper virus, canine parvovirus, canine infectious hepatitis virus or; canine adenovirus type 2 (canine respiratory… verified 2026-09-10 Other vaccinations · Parvovirus ✓ JaEach dog was vaccinated according to the vaccine manufacturer’s recommendations against canine distemper virus, canine parvovirus, canine infectious hepatitis virus or; canine adenovirus type 2 (canine respiratory… verified 2026-09-10 Other vaccinations · Parainfluenza ✓ JaEach dog was vaccinated according to the vaccine manufacturer’s recommendations against canine distemper virus, canine parvovirus, canine infectious hepatitis virus or; canine adenovirus type 2 (canine respiratory… verified 2026-09-10 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ JaIMPORTERS ARE ADVISED NOT TO START ANY TESTS, VACCINATIONS OR TREATMENTS, REQUIRED FOR ENTRY INTO JAMAICA (WITH THE EXCEPTION OF RABIES VACCINATION AND FAVN TITRE TEST) UNTIL THEIR PRELIMINARY APPLICATION FORM HAS BEEN… verified 2026-09-10 Rabies vaccination · Approved vaccines list inactivated vaccine Step 3 Dogs and cats must be identified by an ISO standard microchip Step 4 vaccinated against the rabies virus with an approved inactivated vaccine Step 5 A completed Preliminary Application Form (available on the… verified 2026-09-10 Rabies vaccination · Waiting period after vaccination 180 days Primary vaccination : the rabies vaccine was administered not less than six (6) months and not more than one (1) year prior to the date of shipment, when the animal was at least three (3) months or ninety (90) days old. verified 2026-09-10 Rabies vaccination · Max vaccine age at travel 12 months In the case of a booster vaccination (older animal): the rabies vaccine was administered not more than one year prior to export AND the animal was at least three months old. verified 2026-09-10 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 13 weeks In the case of a primary vaccination: the rabies vaccine was administered more than six months and not more than one year prior to export, when the animal was at least three months old. verified 2026-09-10 Tapeworm treatment · Drug Praziquantel For tapeworms a preparation containing praziquantel at a dose rate of 5m g/kg body weight verified 2026-09-10 Tapeworm treatment · Required ✓ JaTWO internal parasite treatments using broad spectrum anthelminthic(s) effective against nematodes, cestodes and trematodes. The treatments must be given at least 14 days apart, with the final treatment within seven (7)… verified 2026-09-10 Tapeworm treatment · Minimum dose mg per kg 5 kg For tapeworms a preparation containing praziquantel at a dose rate of 5m g/kg body weight verified 2026-09-10 Tapeworm treatment · Window max hours before arrival 168 TWO internal parasite treatments using broad spectrum anthelminthic(s) effective against nematodes, cestodes and trematodes. The treatments must be given at least 14 days apart, with the final treatment within seven (7)… verified 2026-09-10 Internal parasite treatment · Required ✓ JaThe dogs were subjected to TWO microscopic fecal examinations and found negative, and TWO internal parasite treatments using broad spectrum anthelminthic(s) effective against nematodes, cestodes and trematodes. verified 2026-09-10 Internal parasite treatment · Timing notes given at least 14 days apart, with the final treatment within seven (7) days prior to export The treatments must be given at least 14 days apart, with the final treatment within seven (7) days prior to export. verified 2026-09-10 Internal parasite treatment · Drug accepted broad spectrum anthelminthic(s) effective against nematodes, cestodes and trematodes and TWO internal parasite treatments using broad spectrum anthelminthic(s) effective against nematodes, cestodes and trematodes. The treatments must be given at least 14 days apart, with the final treatment within seven (7) days prior… verified 2026-09-10 Other rules Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedThe Animals Diseases (Importation) Control (Amendment) Regulations, 2017 allows for the importation of dogs and cats directly into Jamaica from a Category 1 Listed Country verified 2026-09-10 Carrier required ✓ JaDogs and cat travelling as manifested cargo or with checked baggage must travel in an International Air Transport Association (IATA) approved crate which must be properly cleaned and disinfected before travel. verified 2026-09-10 Assistance animals accepted ✓ JaRequire the dog or cat to undergo post-entry quarantine for a period of not less than (14) fourteen days at the National Quarantine Facility, Plumb Point Permit the dog or cat to enter the Island; In the case of a… verified 2026-09-10 Service & assistance animals Import rules modified ✓ JaIn the case of a Special Service Dog, where quarantine is pre-determined the officer will permit the dog or cat to be transported to a location approved by the inspector, at the owner’s expense, subject to such terms… verified 2026-09-10 Documentation required Service dogs MUST be registered with one or more of the following organizations Service dogs MUST be registered with one or more of the following organizations: verified 2026-09-10 Recognized organizations Assistance Dogs International The European Disability Forum The European Guide Dog Federation The International Association of Assistance Dog Partners The International Guide Dog Federation The International Association of Human-Animal Interaction Organizations Service dogs MUST be registered with one or more of the following organizations: Assistance Dogs International or its associates; The European Disability Forum; The European Guide Dog Federation; The International… verified 2026-09-10 Health & documents Microchip · Required ✓ JaMust be permanently identified with a microchip (ISO Standard 11784 or Annex A to Standard 11785. (This MUST be done prior to rabies vaccination). verified 2026-09-10 Microchip · Standard ISO Standard 11784 or Annex A to Standard 11785 Must be permanently identified with a microchip (ISO Standard 11784 or Annex A to Standard 11785. verified 2026-09-10 Microchip · Must be done before vaccination ✓ JaPets must FIRST be microchipped prior to being vaccinated for rabies verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Type approved_facility Require the dog or cat to undergo post-entry quarantine for a period of not less than (14) fourteen days at the National Quarantine Facility, Plumb Point verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Required ✓ JaAll animals imported into the country are required by law to be quarantined for a period of no less than fourteen (14) days at the National Quarantine Facility at Plumb Point. verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Duration 14 days Require the dog or cat to undergo post-entry quarantine for a period of not less than (14) fourteen days at the National Quarantine Facility, Plumb Point verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Estimated cost JMD 1,000 per animal per day, doubling beyond 14 days (about JMD 14,000 for the minimum stay) Dogs (per animal per day)- $1000.00 Cats (per animal per day)- $1000.00 verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Pre-approval required ✓ JaMake an appointment for quarantine with the Quaran- tine Officer at least 3 weeks before animal (s) arrive. NO ANIMAL SHALL BE LANDED UNLESS THE ANIMAL HAS A BOOK- ING IN QUARANTINE. verified 2026-09-10 Quarantine · Approved facility required ✓ JaRequire the dog or cat to undergo post-entry quarantine for a period of not less than (14) fourteen days at the National Quarantine Facility, Plumb Point verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Required ✓ JaA FAVN titre test MUST be done 30 days after the initial inoculation. verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Minimum level iu ml 0.5 (FAVN results must be at least 0.5 IU/mL) verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Test validity months 12 months The cats are not eligible for entry into the Jamaica until at least three (3) months and not more than twelve (12) months after the date the blood sample collection that gave a successful FAVN test result was drawn. verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ JaThe Rabies Neutralizing Antibody Test must be a fluorescent antibody virus neutralization (FAVN) test and MUST be done by an OIE/WHO approved rabies reference laboratory verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Waiting period after test days 90 days The cats are not eligible for entry into the Jamaica until at least three (3) months and not more than twelve (12) months after the date the blood sample collection that gave a successful FAVN test result was drawn. verified 2026-09-10 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Test must follow vaccination days 30 days A FAVN titre test MUST be done 30 days after the initial inoculation. verified 2026-09-10 Import permit · Cost JMD 5,000 for a commercial permit; JMD 2,000 to JMD 5,000 for a non-commercial or domestic-use permit The cost of permits o Commercial permits J$5000 o Non Commercial/ Domestic Use permits ranges from J$2000 to J$5000 verified 2026-09-10 Import permit · Required ✓ JaDogs and cats arriving at any port in Jamaica WITHOUT a valid Veterinary Import Permit WILL be denied entry in to the island. verified 2026-09-10 Import permit · Issuing authority Veterinary Services Division All documents must be submitted to the Veterinary Services Division (VSD), Permit Unit verified 2026-09-10 Import permit · Permit validity 90 days All permits are valid for a period of three (3) months verified 2026-09-10 Flea treatment · Required ✓ JaThe dog or cat must be treated b y an approved licensed veterinarian twice using products registered in the exporting country for the control of fleas, ticks, lice and mites at the manufacturer’s recommended dose. verified 2026-09-10 Flea treatment · Timing notes first treatment 30 days before shipment, second within 7 days of export The first treatment to be given thirty (30) days prior to the date of ship ment, and the second treatment, within seven (7) days of export. verified 2026-09-10 Tick treatment · Required ✓ JaThe dog or cat must be treated b y an approved licensed veterinarian twice using products registered in the exporting country for the control of fleas, ticks, lice and mites at the manufacturer’s recommended dose. verified 2026-09-10 Tick treatment · Drug accepted products registered in the exporting country for the control of fleas, ticks, lice and mites The dog or cat must be treated b y an approved licensed veterinarian twice using products registered in the exporting country for the control of fleas, ticks, lice and mites at the manufacturer’s recommended dose. verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Issuer official_vet The Official Veterinary Export Health Certificate must be completed by an Official Veterinarian of the country of origin; OR prepared by an Accredited Veterinarian of the country of origin. verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Required ✓ JaThe Official Veterinary Export Health Certificate must be completed by an Official Veterinarian of the country of origin; OR prepared by an Accredited Veterinarian of the country of origin. verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Endorsed by official government veterinarian Official Veterinary Export Health Certificate signed by official government veterinarian or by an accredited veterinarian and endorsed by an official government veterinarian - I will have my pet’s… verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days This certificate is valid for 10 days from the date of issue. In the case of transport ation by sea, the period may be extended corresponding… verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Original required ✓ JaThe original copy of the Official Veterinary Export Health Certificate for export, from the approved country of origin of the dog or cat (in accordance with Regulation 10) must accompany the dogs or cats verified 2026-09-10 Health certificate · Government endorsed ✓ JaOfficial Veterinary Export Health Certificate signed by official government veterinarian or by an accredited veterinarian and endorsed by an official government veterinarian - I will have my pet’s vaccination records… verified 2026-09-10 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ JaMust be permanently identified with a microchip (ISO Standard 11784 or Annex A to Standard 11785. (This MUST be done prior to rabies vaccination). verified 2026-09-10 Rabies vaccination · Waiting period after vaccination 180 days Primary vaccination : the rabies vaccine was administered not less than six (6) months and not more than one (1) year prior to the date of shipment, when the animal was at least three (3) months or ninety (90) days old. verified 2026-09-10 Rabies vaccination · Max vaccine age at travel 12 months Primary vaccination : the rabies vaccine was administered not less than six (6) months and not more than one (1) year prior to the date of shipment, when the animal was at least three (3) months or ninety (90) days old. verified 2026-09-10 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 13 weeks Primary vaccination : the rabies vaccine was administered not less than six (6) months and not more than one (1) year prior to the date of shipment, when the animal was at least three (3) months or ninety (90) days old. verified 2026-09-10 Tapeworm treatment · Drug Praziquantel For tapeworms a preparation containing praziquantel at a dose rate of 5m g/kg body weight verified 2026-09-10 Tapeworm treatment · Required ✓ JaTWO internal parasite treatments using broad spectrum anthelminthic(s) effective against nematodes, cestodes and trematodes. The test and treatment dates are noted on the table below. The treatments must be given at… verified 2026-09-10 Tapeworm treatment · Minimum dose mg per kg 5 kg For tapeworms a preparation containing praziquantel at a dose rate of 5m g/kg body weight verified 2026-09-10 Tapeworm treatment · Window max hours before arrival 168 The dog/cat treated must be treated twice by an approved licensed veterinarian, at least fourteen (14) days apart with the final treatment within seven (7) days prior to export. verified 2026-09-10 Internal parasite treatment · Required ✓ JaThe cats were subjected to TWO microscopic fecal examinations and found negative, and TWO internal parasite treatments using broad spectrum anthelminthic(s) effective against nematodes, cestodes and trematodes. verified 2026-09-10 Internal parasite treatment · Timing notes given at least 14 days apart, with the final treatment within seven (7) days prior to export The treatments must be given at least 14 days apart, with the final treatment within seven (7) days prior to export. verified 2026-09-10 Internal parasite treatment · Drug accepted broad spectrum anthelminthic(s) effective against nematodes, cestodes and trematodes The cats were subjected to TWO microscopic fecal examinations and found negative, and TWO internal parasite treatments using broad spectrum anthelminthic(s) effective against nematodes, cestodes and trematodes. verified 2026-09-10 Other rules Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedThe Animals Diseases (Importation) Control (Amendment) Regulations, 2017 allows for the importation of dogs and cats directly into Jamaica from a Category 1 Listed Country verified 2026-09-10 Carrier required ✓ JaDogs and cat travelling as manifested cargo or with checked baggage must travel in an International Air Transport Association (IATA) approved crate which must be properly cleaned and disinfected before travel. verified 2026-09-10
Zeitlicher Ablauf
Tag -90 Mikrochip setzen · Tag -180 Frist für die Tollwutimpfung · Tag -10 Gesundheitszeugnis ausgestellt · Tag 0 Ankunft beim Zoll
Rassebeschränkungen
Verbotene Rassen: Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Japanese Tosa, Pit Bull Terrier geprüft 2026-09-10
Einreiseorte
geprüft 2026-09-10
Frequently Asked Questions Does Jamaika require rabies vaccination for dogs?
Yes, Jamaika requires a rabies vaccination for imported dogs. There is a 180-day waiting period after vaccination. Exact timing depends on your origin country — compute your timeline at
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Yes, Jamaika requires quarantine for imported pets. The quarantine period is 14 days. Exemptions may apply based on your origin country. Check your specific case at
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What health certificate does Jamaika require for pets?
Jamaika requires a veterinary health certificate for imported pets. It must be issued within 10 days of travel. Government endorsement is required. Get exact document requirements at
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Do I need a pet import permit for Jamaika?
Does Jamaika have breed restrictions for pets?
Yes, Jamaika has breed-specific restrictions. Restricted breeds include: Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Japanese Tosa, Pit Bull Terrier. Check if your breed is affected at
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