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Need to import your pet to The Bahamas?
Follow the instructions below.

Application timeline

Once all required documents are submitted, you'll receive your pet import permit within 48 hours.

Requirements for Dogs and Cats

To bring your dog or cat into The Bahamas, please ensure the following requirements are met:

  1. Age: The animal must be at least 6 months old.
  2. Health Records: The animal must be accompanied by valid health records demonstrating the following vaccinations:
    • Rabies Vaccine: The animal must be vaccinated against rabies within the following time frames:
      • For the 1-year vaccine: no less than one (1) month and no more than ten (10) months before importation.
      • For the 3-year vaccine: no less than one (1) month and no more than thirty-four (34) months before importation.
    • DHPP vaccine for dogs: The dog must be immunized against Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Leptospirosis, Adenovirus, and Coronavirus (the latter can be part of a combination vaccine).
    • OR
    • FVRCP-FelV vaccine for Cats: The cat must be immunized against Feline Leukemia, Feline Rhinotracheitis, Feline Calicivirus, Feline Panleukopenia, and Feline Pneumonitis.
  3. Parasite-Free Status: The animal must be declared free from external and internal parasites.
  4. Microchipping: The animal must be microchipped with an approved chip (e.g., Avid, Trovan, HomeAgain).

PROHIBITED BREEDS

The following pure breed dogs and their mixes listed below are not allowed entry in The Bahamas:

  1. Pitbull
  2. Presa Canario
  3. Cane Corso
  4. American Bully
  5. Staffordshire Terrier
  6. Dogo Argentino

The following pure breed cats and their mixes listed below are not allowed entry in The Bahamas:

  1. Savannah Cat
  2. Bengal Cat
  3. Chausie

HOW TO APPLY

Email the following documents to info@bahamaspetimport.com :
  • - Your ID (passport or driver's license)
  • - A photo of your pet
  • - Your pet’s vaccine record
  • - A document showing your pet's Microchip number (if not already included on the vaccine record)

    • NEXT STEP

    We’ll confirm receipt of your documents and send you a payment link for the USD $200 processing fee.
    Within 48 hours of payment, your pet's import permit will be sent to you by email.
    In the 48h before your travel date, you must visit a Licensed Veterinarian to get the IMP1(B) form ( download here) signed, ensuring all import requirements are met.

    DAY OF TRAVEL

    When entering The Bahamas, present these three documents to customs:
  • Import permit
  • Your pet’s vaccination record
  • Signed Veterinarian IMP1(B) form (completed within 48 hours)
    • Click here to download the Veterinarian form
    Bahamas Pet Import – Your Pet's Travel Concierge for The Bahamas

    Bahamas Pet Import wishes you a pleasant journey.

    Thank you for your trust in the importation of your pet to The Bahamas.