When planning a move to Panama, whether for a short or long term, it is also possible to bring your pet. This edition, focused on Panama as an ideal country to move due to its many advantages, also includes pet transportation.
For this reason, a brief summary of the health requirements and regulations related to pets when bringing them to Panama has been compiled.
Certificates Required for Moving Cats and Dogs to Panama
Vaccination certificate provided by your veterinarian, certifying that your pet is free of rabies.
Health certificate issued by a veterinarian, certifying that the pet is disease-free.
Health and vaccination certificates must be certified by the USDA, which has offices throughout the United States.
These certificates, issued by veterinarians and the USDA, must then be authenticated by the Panamanian Embassy or Consulate or apostilled by the United States Government or the Secretary of State.
Certificate of origin stating the pet’s place of birth.
Upon Arrival of the Pet in Panama
The Importation Form must be completed. The Health Department at the Panama Airport will review the documents and perform a physical examination of the pet. Veterinary services are available at the airport only during weekdays between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm and 10:00 pm.
A Veterinarian and an Assesor are Key to the Entire Process
Most of the pet documentation must be provided by a veterinarian. As long as the pets have been properly vaccinated, disinfected, are healthy, and their birth information is provided, there should be no problems with Panamanian Immigration and Health officials.
Importantly, these requirements have more details that should be considered. For this reason, it is recommended to seek advice from pet transportation service companies in Panama, who can help with the entire process, making it faster and less stressful.
For pet shipping assesment: http://www.panamapetrelocation.com
