US export health certificate, rabies record, parasite treatment and arrival permit.
Documents and permits
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
A licensed veterinarian completes the linked US-to-El-Salvador certificate after an examination within 30 days before departure. Carry at least two copies. APHIS endorsement, notarisation and consular stamping are not required for this personal-pet pathway.
Selected official requirements for personal pet dogs/cats exported from the United States. These are entry conditions, not airline acceptance. Other origins, commercial movements, transit, unusual ages and permit-specific conditions need separate checks. Confirm all requirements with the issuing veterinarian and destination authority.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
For vaccinated pets, the certificate records a rabies vaccination no more than 365 days before shipment, including date and product name; carry the vaccination certificate. The form requires vaccination for animals over two months old. Confirm younger animals and vaccine licensing with the authorities and veterinarian.
Selected official requirements for personal pet dogs/cats exported from the United States. These are entry conditions, not airline acceptance. Other origins, commercial movements, transit, unusual ages and permit-specific conditions need separate checks. Confirm all requirements with the issuing veterinarian and destination authority.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
The certificate attests to treatment for internal and external parasites with products approved in the country of origin. No treatment interval is specified in this form; confirm any additional timing in the permit.
Selected official requirements for personal pet dogs/cats exported from the United States. These are entry conditions, not airline acceptance. Other origins, commercial movements, transit, unusual ages and permit-specific conditions need separate checks. Confirm all requirements with the issuing veterinarian and destination authority.
Dog / Cat · In the cabin / Accompanied hold baggage / Separate cargo service
APHIS says the import permit may be obtained beforehand or at the port of entry. Personal dogs/cats must obtain a quarantine permit on arrival. This describes a permit procedure; it does not establish a fixed period of confinement.
Selected official requirements for personal pet dogs/cats exported from the United States. These are entry conditions, not airline acceptance. Other origins, commercial movements, transit, unusual ages and permit-specific conditions need separate checks. Confirm all requirements with the issuing veterinarian and destination authority.
