1. For Dogs and Cats
2. For Exotic Animals

1. Apply for an import permit with the Animal Health Division (AHD), Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) by writing a letter addressed to the BAI Director containing the following information:
1. species and breed of animal
2. sex, color and number of pets
3. expected date of arrival

The BAI address and contact number is:

Animal Health Division
Bureau of Animal Industry
Visayas Avenue
Diliman, Quezon City
Philippines
Tel. No. (011-63 2) 926-6883
Fax No. (011-63 2) 926-6866

2. If the number of animals to be brought to the Philippines exceeds five, the animals have to be inspected at the quarantine site.
3. Issuance and inspection fees are P50.00 pesos and P165.00 pesos for the first two heads and P220.00 pesos for each succeeding head, respectively. Payment may be made upon arrival at the Veterinary Quarantine Unit, Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
4. A valid health certificate from the country of origin must be presented upon arrival.

The permit is good for 2 months. Extension for another month may be requested before the Permit's expiry date.

1. Apply for an import permit as in A, number 1.
2. Arrange Schedule with AHD for inspection of the quarantine site.
3. A CITES Certification issued by the Parks and Wildlife Bureau shall be presented.
4. Issuance and inspection fees are P40.00 pesos and P10.00-50 pesos per head (depending on the size of the animal), respectively.
5. A valid health certificate from the country of origin shall be presented upon arrival.

The permit is good for 2 months. Extension for another month may be requested before the Permit's expiry date.