Pet entry requirements: Dog → Mexico

These are the requirements for entering Mexico with a dog, based on a departure from Germany/the EU. Requirements can change — always confirm with the relevant authority before you travel.

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Rabies vaccination Required

The health certificate must state the date and validity of the rabies vaccination; animals under 3 months are exempt. The page names no minimum waiting period after vaccination.

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Minimum age / young animals Required

Valid rabies + distemper required (pet ~12 weeks).

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Parasite treatment Required

The certificate must confirm the animal was dewormed internally and externally within the previous six months and is free of ectoparasites. Parasites/ticks found at inspection are treated at the owner's expense.

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Health certificate Required

Certificate of Good Health (original plus simple copy), valid at most 15 days after issue, issued by an official veterinarian or, if private, on letterhead with the professional licence number; names exporter and importer, states the animal was clinically healthy at the pre-travel examination. In addition the Zoosanitary Import Certificate (CZI) is requested from SENASICA at the point of entry; a physical inspection follows.

🟡 Recommended

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Import permit Not required

No permit; OISA inspection on arrival

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Microchip Not required

Not required (ISO recommended)

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Rabies titer test Not required

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Other tests Recommended

Certificate with rabies + distemper (min. 15 days prior)

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Quarantine Not required

None if compliant

🐾 Local rules (in-country)

These apply on the ground in the destination country — to everyone, not as an entry condition — and depend on the breed and situation (e.g. public transport, listed breeds).

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