Official Import Rules
Colombia requires: a health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the origin country's government vet, current rabies vaccination, and ICA clearance on arrival. Colombia is straightforward for dog imports.
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Turn these rules into your dog's step-by-step planCabin/cargo call, breed check, crate size and paperwork timing.Medical Roadmap
Microchip
ISO 11784/11785 microchip fitted before the rabies vaccination. The microchip number must match every certificate.
Rabies vaccination
Rabies vaccination must be valid before travel. Most routes require at least 21 days after a primary vaccination.
Health certificate or pet passport
Use an EU pet passport where accepted, or a government-endorsed animal health certificate for this route.
Travel day
Carry originals, confirm airline pet acceptance, and keep the official authority page saved offline.
Breed & Public-Space Rules
Breed restrictions
Potentially-dangerous list (pit bull-types, Rottweiler, Tosa, Dogo, Fila and others): muzzle and lead in public, liability insurance for residents; import itself is permitted.
Muzzle & leash laws
Listed breeds: muzzle + lead in public and communal housing areas.
Flying In: Cabin, Hold or Cargo
Cost Breakdown
Quarantine Information
None for dogs with complete documentation.
City & Housing Notes
Bogotá, Medellín, and Cartagena are dog-friendly. Colombia has a growing pet culture. Use Finca Raíz and Metrocuadrado for pet-friendly rentals.
Vets & Health After Arrival
Good veterinary care in major cities. Emergency clinics available in Bogotá and Medellín. Common parasites: fleas, ticks, and heartworm. Year-round prevention essential.
Leaving Colombia With Your Dog
Exit requires ICA clearance and health certificate for destination country requirements.
Videos & Route Walkthroughs
Use videos as lived-experience context, not as legal authority. Search for recent dog-owner route reports, airport collection walkthroughs, crate-loading examples and relocation-agent explainers, then verify every rule against the official source above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colombia good for dogs?
Yes. Colombia is increasingly popular with expats and has affordable, quality vet care.
Community Tips & Nearby Routes
Community reports are useful for practical details such as which cargo desk answers the phone, how long collection took, or whether a landlord asked for insurance. Treat them as tips, then verify rules with the authority and airline.