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Bringing dogs and cats to Costa Rica is a relatively simple process. There is no quarantine period if they are brought in as luggage, but animals imported as freight may be subject to customs charges and hold times. In most cases, you will present your pet’s paperwork and breeze right through customs.


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Bringing a dog or cat to Costa Rica is a relatively simple process as there is no quarantine period. There are three ways to bring your pet to Costa Rica: as carry-on, as checked baggage, or as cargo. The option to carry-on is usually restricted to animals under 15 pounds. Be sure to check airline regulations and current pet importation laws before making plans. 

Yes, bringing a dog or a cat to Costa Rica is a relatively simple process. These pets are not subject to quarantine, provided they have the correct paperwork and vaccines. Birds, snakes, horses and other “exotic” or agricultural animals may be subject to additional restrictions.

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Last updated: Oct 26, 2023


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