Flying with Your Dog to the USA: Document Requirements and Tips

TLDRLearn about the necessary documents and tips for flying with your dog from Europe to the USA, including health certificates, microchips, and rabies vaccines.

Key insights

✈️Flying with your dog from Europe to the USA requires proper documentation.

🐶Ensure your dog has a valid rabies vaccine and a microchip before flying.

📄The most important document you need is a health certificate issued within 30 days of the flight.

📝Make sure to research the specific requirements of the state you are traveling to.

🔍Check the websites of the U.S. Department of State, CDC, and the airline you are flying with for detailed guidelines.

Q&A

What documents do I need to fly with my dog from Europe to the USA?

You will need a health certificate, a valid rabies vaccine, and a microchip for your dog.

How long before the flight should I get the health certificate?

The health certificate should be issued within 30 days of the flight.

Are there specific requirements for each state in the USA?

Yes, each state may have its own requirements for importing a dog from outside the United States.

Where can I find more information about flying with my dog to the USA?

You can check the websites of the U.S. Department of State, CDC, and the airline you are flying with for detailed guidelines.

What if my dog has not been dewormed within 5 days of the flight?

Proof of deworming is not required for entry into the USA. The focus is on the validity of the rabies vaccine.

Timestamped Summary

00:00In this video, the author shares their experience of flying with their dog from Europe to the USA for the first time.

01:40The most important document required for flying with a dog to the USA is a health certificate issued within 30 days of the flight.

03:20Other essential requirements include a valid rabies vaccine and a microchip for your dog.

05:40Each state in the USA may have specific requirements for importing a dog from outside the United States.

07:30The U.S. Department of State, CDC, and the airline you are flying with have detailed guidelines and information on flying with your dog to the USA.