Bringing a Pet (When Wife Immigrates) What should I expect and what do I need to satisfy Filipino Customs (etc)

[RayandJay2007 0]

I am bringing a 1 year old mixed breed, well kept, with me and the wife once we apply and are granted her visa and I was just wondering what to expect from those of you immigrating elsewhere what to expect from the Philippine Customs and what documents are needed. I already know a vet willing to give our dog a thorough examination and give her a veterinarian health certificate, but what else do I need to have and do for the Filipino Government to allow me to take her with us.

RayandJay2007

[JVKn'CVO 11]

Hi Ray,

Not specific to Philipines, but look for airlines that allow pets to travel as "checked bagage" (for example, American Airlines). Continental, for example, does not allow this, so you have to make all the paperwork as when you import something...including hiring a customs broker and larger fees. I paid $100 to bring Anya with me with AA, with Continental it would have been over $700

At the airport, they checked her rabies vaccination records and the papers from the Argentine animal and plant control. The airline will be able to tell you what paperwork you'll need, and how to obtain it

Saludos,

Caro

[Jon&Sevi 0]

Ray,

The airline will need the dimensions of the kennel and the total weight of the pet + kennel. I have a chow. With her LARGE kennel (32" x 23" x 23"), she cost me almost $500 back in January (b/c the kennel took 2 of the 4 positions). One other note; the pet must be able to stand. They also need the ability to turn around (reasonably) uninhibited.

Make sure your pet space is reserved with the airline. Call them (again) the night before travel. LIVE ANIMALS (pets) as cargo is very expensive... at least $2000!

Good luck,

Jon

Edited November 16, 2007 by Can_ve_Sevi

[Pinaylang 0]

My fiance has a puppy in the Philippines. Do you think we can immigrate the puppy here in the USA? How much will that cost? Is it possible?

[Tsup2 0]

You will need to apply for a K9 visa from USCIS. lol.

[Jon&Sevi 0]

My fiance has a puppy in the Philippines. Do you think we can immigrate the puppy here in the USA? How much will that cost? Is it possible?

Price of the pet depends on the airline and the size/weight. You will have to contact the airlines for actual pet fees on the same flight you are on. If the pet is shipped as cargo, then you're looking at least $2000.

Check this link out for vaccination requirements:

http://www.cdc.gov/Ncidod/dq/faq_animal_importation.htm

Jon

[GeorgiaOnMyMInd 0]

You will need to apply for a K9 visa from USCIS. lol.

right! lol

[shining_angel 0]

You will need to apply for a K9 visa from USCIS. lol.

right! lol

for dogs - K9 visa

for cats - K10?

:)

[Pinaylang 0]

K9 visa that's cute. lol