Moving a pet from Morocco to Colombia involves more paperwork than most owners expect.
This route is moderately involved, with a clear checklist to follow. Start preparations at least 20 weeks before your travel date – some steps have fixed waiting periods that cannot be shortened. A rabies titre test is required, which adds a mandatory waiting period after your pet’s vaccination. You cannot speed this up.
Use this guide to map out your preparation timeline and avoid the most common mistakes.
Documents Required for This Route
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Health certificate | Required. Official Veterinary Health Certificate. Issued by: Official government vet. Valid for 14 days from issue. Certificate in Spanish or with certified Spanish translation required. |
| Microchip record | Required (ISO 11784/11785) |
| Rabies vaccination record | Required. Annual rabies vaccination required. |
| Rabies titre test | Required for: Not routinely required |
| Import permit | Required. Import permit required from ICA. |
| Export permit (Morocco) | {'required': False} |
| Export health certificate | ONSSA-endorsed health certificate. |
How the Process Works
Colombia: Entry Requirements for Pets
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Microchip | Required (ISO 11784/11785) |
| Rabies vaccination | Required. Annual rabies vaccination required. |
| Rabies titre test | Required for: Not routinely required |
| Quarantine | No routine quarantine. Veterinary inspection on arrival at El Dorado or other main airports. |
| Import permit | Required. Import permit required from ICA. |
| Health certificate | Required. Official Veterinary Health Certificate. Issued by: Official government vet. Valid for 14 days from issue. Certificate in Spanish or with certified Spanish translation required. |
Leaving Morocco: Export Requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Export permit | {'required': False} |
| Health certificate | ONSSA-endorsed health certificate. |
What This Route Typically Costs
| # | Cost factor |
|---|---|
| 1 | Airline cargo or cabin fees (varies by carrier, route, pet weight, and crate size) |
| 2 | IATA-compliant travel crate (purchase or hire) |
| 3 | Veterinary fees: vaccinations, microchipping, health certificate |
| 4 | Rabies titre test laboratory fee |
| 5 | Import permit application fee (Colombia) |
| 6 | Pet transport agent fee (recommended for complex routes) |
Critical Points — Read Before You Book
Why this route needs early planning
Compared to some international pet transport routes, Morocco to Colombia is manageable. That said, every country’s rules are different and the timing requirements are strict.
Colombia has become a growing expat destination, particularly Medellin and Bogota. ICA manages animal import controls.
Things to sort before you book
Microchip first, then vaccinate. The microchip must be implanted before any rabies vaccination for the vaccination to count. It’s the most common and costly mistake people make.
Book the titre test laboratory well in advance. Approved labs have limited appointment slots and the blood sample processing takes time. Don’t leave this to the last few weeks.
Get the health certificate from an official (government-approved) veterinarian, not just your regular vet. Some countries have strict requirements about who can sign the certificate. Check the destination authority’s approved list.
If this is your first international pet move, consider using a registered pet transport agent. They handle the documentation, airline booking, crate sizing, and can troubleshoot issues. IPATA-registered agents are the recognised standard.
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