Pet Transport from the US to Brazil: 2026 Process
Brazil does not require a titre test for pets arriving from the United States, which makes this route one of the simpler long-haul international pet moves. The requirements are: microchip, current rabies vaccination, USDA APHIS-endorsed health certificate …
The United States to Brazil import process
Every step must be completed in sequence. A single missed deadline can add months to your timeline. We own the entire process.
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What your pet needs to enter Brazil
Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.
What this route typically costs
Critical points
Brazil does not require a titre test for pets from the US. This makes the USA-to-Brazil move significantly simpler than many long-haul routes. The process can be completed in three to six weeks.
Dogs must have antiparasitic treatment 1 to 15 days before arrival in Brazil. Timing this with the USDA APHIS endorsement window requires some coordination with your vet.
USDA APHIS endorsement takes 3-10 business days. With the 10-day certificate validity window, plan the clinical examination and endorsement timing carefully.
Brazil's personal import limit is 2 pets per person. More than 2 pets may require a different import category.
Approved carriers for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.
Why the US-to-Brazil route is simpler than most
Compared to destinations like Australia, the UK, or Japan, Brazil’s pet import requirements from the US are light. There is no titre test, no six-month waiting period, and no quarantine. Pets with an existing microchip and current rabies vaccination are essentially ready to travel once you have the USDA APHIS-endorsed health certificate.
The requirements in full: ISO microchip, current rabies vaccination (at least 21 days since first vaccination), USDA APHIS-endorsed health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, and antiparasitic treatment for dogs 1 to 15 days before arrival. That covers entry from the US.
The antiparasitic treatment window for dogs
Dogs entering Brazil must have antiparasitic treatment administered 1 to 15 days before arrival. The treatment should cover both internal and external parasites. Your USDA-accredited vet administers the treatment and records it on the health certificate.
The timing window is specific: done more than 15 days before arrival, the treatment falls outside the accepted window. Done within 1 day of arrival, it is also too close. The practical solution is to schedule a vet appointment around 7 to 10 days before your flight, combining the clinical examination for the certificate and the antiparasitic treatment in a single visit.
USDA express processing (1-3 business days) is useful here: it gives you more flexibility to schedule the vet appointment and still have time for the endorsement before the 10-day certificate validity expires.
Multiple airlines and direct routes from the US
LATAM, American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines all operate cargo services from the US to Sao Paulo Guarulhos (GRU). This is one of the more competitively served air corridors for pet cargo from North America to South America.
Miami is a common departure point: it is a hub for both LATAM and American on Brazil routes. New York JFK, Dallas, Atlanta, and Houston are additional options depending on your US departure city. Confirm live animal cargo availability on your specific flight when booking.