Taking Your Dog to Peru: Requirements, Costs & Checklist 2026
Planning a trip to Peru with your dog? Here’s the current checklist for vaccinations, parasite treatment, USDA paperwork, airline planning, and returning to the U.S.
Requirements for Bringing Your Dog to Peru
ISO Microchip
Peru’s USDA/APHIS dog-and-cat health certificate does not list a microchip as an entry requirement for Peru. It is still strongly recommended because a microchip is required for re-entry to the United States under current CDC dog import rules, and many airlines prefer permanent identification.
Recommended before any vaccinations and before travel planning.Rabies Vaccination
Dogs must be vaccinated against rabies within 12 months prior to export to Peru. The Peru health certificate also requires vaccination within 12 months against distemper, canine hepatitis, leptospirosis (L. canicola and L. icterohaemorrhagiae), parvovirus, and parainfluenza. Dogs younger than 3 months are not vaccinated against rabies.
Must be current within 12 months before shipment/export.Rabies Titer Test
Peru’s current USDA/APHIS health certificate for dogs does not require a rabies antibody titer test for entry from the United States.
Not required for standard pet entry from the U.S.Health Certificate
Your dog must travel with the official Veterinary Health Certificate for Export of Dogs and Cats from the United States of America to Peru, completed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian and endorsed by USDA APHIS. The certificate states the dog was examined and found healthy and free of clinical signs of infectious, transmissible, and parasitic diseases.
Inspection and certificate should be completed shortly before travel; coordinate with your USDA-accredited veterinarian and APHIS endorsement office as early as possible.Import Permit
The current USDA/APHIS Peru dog-and-cat certificate does not list an import permit requirement for personal pet dogs entering Peru from the United States.
Not required for standard pet entry from the U.S. unless Peru or your carrier instructs otherwise.Parasite Treatment
Dogs must be treated for endo- and ectoparasites with products approved by the country of origin within 30 days prior to the export date.
Within 30 days before export/departure.Quarantine Period
The current Peru dog-and-cat health certificate does not state a routine quarantine period for compliant pet dogs arriving from the United States.
No routine quarantine listed when entry requirements are met.Banned Breeds
Peru’s USDA/APHIS import certificate does not list banned dog breeds. However, airline restrictions may apply, especially for brachycephalic or certain dangerous breeds in cargo service.
Check airline breed rules before booking.Estimated Costs
| Item | Cost(USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinary exam | $50-150 | Typical private-practice pre-travel exam pricing in the U.S.; varies by clinic and region. |
| Rabies vaccination | $25-60 | Only if your dog needs an updated rabies vaccine to meet Peru’s within-12-month rule. |
| Rabies titer test | $0 | Not required by Peru for standard dog entry from the U.S. |
| USDA health certificate endorsement | $101-160 | APHIS charges $101 per certificate when no test/vaccine verification is required, or $160 for certificates requiring verification of 1-2 tests/vaccinations; rabies vaccination is not counted in that APHIS fee calculation. |
| Microchip | $25-75 | Not listed by Peru as mandatory, but recommended because CDC requires a detectable microchip for U.S. re-entry. |
| Import permit fee | $0 | No standard import permit fee identified because Peru’s current USDA/APHIS dog entry certificate does not list an import permit requirement. |
| Airline pet fee (cabin) | Varies by airline | LATAM allows pets in cabin on eligible flights, but the fee is route-specific and was not published in the official page reviewed; confirm before purchase. |
| Airline pet fee (cargo/hold) | Varies by airline or cargo agent | For LATAM international cargo movements, reservations are handled through a cargo agency and pricing is route-specific. |
| Total | $201-445 plus airline charges |
Returning to the US with Your Dog
If your dog has been only in Peru and other dog rabies-free or low-risk countries during the 6 months before returning to the United States, CDC says the only required document is the CDC Dog Import Form receipt. The form is free, each dog needs its own form, and the receipt can be shown on your phone or printed. Your dog must also appear healthy on arrival, be at least 6 months old, and have a microchip that can be detected with a universal scanner. Peru is currently listed by CDC as a high-risk country for dog rabies, so if your dog has been in Peru within the last 6 months, the low-risk-country process does not apply. In that case, you must follow CDC’s additional rules for dogs coming from high-risk countries, which can include rabies documentation, age and microchip requirements, and other entry conditions depending on where the dog was vaccinated. Check CDC’s current dog import guidance again before your return flight because U.S. entry rules are enforced at arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Peru require a microchip for dogs arriving from the United States?
Peru’s current USDA/APHIS dog-and-cat health certificate does not list a microchip as a Peru entry requirement. However, a microchip is strongly recommended because CDC requires a detectable microchip for dogs returning to the United States.
How recent does my dog’s rabies vaccine need to be for Peru?
Peru requires dogs to be vaccinated against rabies within 12 months prior to export. The Peru certificate also lists other core vaccines that must have been given within 12 months before export.
Does Peru require a rabies titer test for dogs from the U.S.?
No. The current Peru USDA/APHIS health certificate for dogs does not require a rabies antibody titer test for standard pet entry from the United States.
Does my dog need parasite treatment before flying to Peru?
Yes. Peru requires treatment for endo- and ectoparasites within 30 days before export using products approved by the country of origin.
Do I need an import permit to bring my dog to Peru?
For standard personal pet travel from the United States, Peru’s current USDA/APHIS dog-and-cat certificate does not list an import permit requirement.
Is there a quarantine period for dogs entering Peru?
The current Peru dog-and-cat health certificate does not list a routine quarantine period for compliant pet dogs arriving from the United States.
Can I fly my dog to Peru in the cabin?
Possibly. LATAM allows dogs and cats in cabin on eligible flights if the pet and carrier meet its size and route rules. Availability is limited, and requests generally must be made before departure.
What do I need to return to the U.S. from Peru with my dog?
Because Peru is currently on CDC’s high-risk country list for dog rabies, dogs returning from Peru must meet CDC’s high-risk-country entry rules rather than the simpler low-risk-country process. Review CDC’s current requirements before travel back to the U.S.