Bringing a Pet to Costa Rica — Import Requirements

16 origin countries with data Last verified:
Data quality notice: Some routes below are marked as low confidence. Always verify with the official government agency before travel.

Dog Import Requirements

From Argentina → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
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From Australia → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From Brazil → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
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From Canada → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From Colombia → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From France → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From Germany → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From Japan → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From Mexico → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From New Zealand → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From Panama → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From Portugal → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From Singapore → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From Spain → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
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From United Kingdom → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low
From United States → Costa Rica
Last verified: April 19, 2026
low

Frequently Asked Questions

What documents does my dog need to enter Costa Rica?
Requirements vary by origin country. Check your specific origin on this page or use the full requirements tool to see vaccinations, health certificates, microchip rules, and quarantine requirements for Costa Rica.
Does Costa Rica require quarantine for imported pets?
Quarantine requirements for Costa Rica depend on the origin country and vaccination history. Use the full requirements checker for your specific route.

Check your specific route to Costa Rica. Enter your origin country and pet type to see the full requirements, documents checklist, and airline policies.

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