Traveling abroad with your animal companion – Canadian International Health Certificates

Traveling abroad with your animal companion – Canadian International Health Certificates

When traveling abroad with your animal companions, you will need to consider what documents may be required, such as a Canadian International Health Certificate. This is a document that is completed by your Veterinarian and then endorsed by an official government Veterinarian.

In many cases, the Canadian International Health Certificate will also need an apostille and possibly legalization. The apostille process enables your Canadian documents to be recognized in another apostille signatory country.

The Canadian International Health Certificate must be issued no longer than 10 days before you travel. Therefore, time is of the essence.

How do you apostille your Canadian International Health Certificate?

The original Canadian International Health Certificate will need to be notarized by a Canadian Notary Public. Then it can be submitted to the appropriate apostille office. Each apostille office has its own procedures and processing times. You should do your research in advance.

How can we help?

Avoid the delays and frustration involved with attempting to go through the process on your own. Instead, use a service that specializes in managing the apostille process. Contact IDC for more information and to discuss your specific situation.

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