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FLL

Dogs may enter from low risk rabies countries only

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  • FLL

Basic Port Information

  • Port Name: Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
  • Airport Code: FLL
  • City / State: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

Contact

Business Hours -8am to 4pm Closed weekends

• Non-Commercial - Personal Pets
• Commercial - Newly Purchased Pets
• Dogs from Low Risk Rabies Countries

Hours vary based on inspection availability and airline schedules. Advance coordination is recommended.

Dogs from High Risk Rabies Countries, as defined by the CDC, are NOT ALLOWED to enter at this port

Visit the CDC for more info

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Need help with pet customs clearance? Our experienced team is ready to assist.

FLL Informal Clearance for Family pets – $164.80

FLL Formal Customs Clearance rate is $236.90 + tariff. An additional import tariff may apply if the pet is newly purchased.

Import of Family Pets (Informal Clearance)
Import of Newly Purchased Pets (Formal Clearance)

Port of Entry: Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is an approved U.S. port of entry for pets arriving from low-risk or rabies-free countries. Pets can be cleared at this port when all required customs documentation and federal import regulations are properly followed.

Our experienced team handles the complete pet customs clearance process, including document review, coordination with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and communication with carriers to ensure a smooth and compliant entry.