LAX

Authorized for High Risk Dog Entries and Exotics

Basic Port Information

Business Hours 24hrs

Low risk dog arrivals/Personal Pet Imports/same day clearance

Hours vary based on inspection availability and airline schedules. Advance coordination is recommended. – clearing after 8pm is usually not successful. We recommend flights land before 6pm.

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

Customs can be cleared after vet inspections are complete from the approved CDC Animal Care Facility (ACF). This is not part of our service and must be arranged independently.

 

This is by appointment only, subject to space availability and prior arrangements with the approved ACF 

Get Started with clearance

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

 

LAX Informal Clearance for Family pets – $216.30

 

DEN Formal Customs Clearance rate is $236.90 plus any import tariff that may apply if this is a newly purchased pet.

Port of Entry: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Los Angeles International Port (LAX) is one of the primary ports of entry for pets arriving in the United States. Our team at A.V.I. Customs Brokers ensures that your pet’s arrival is smooth, compliant, and stress-free. We handle all necessary customs clearance, coordinate with airlines and CBP, and assist with any documentation or duty requirements.

Whether your pet is coming from a low-risk country or requires special handling as a high-risk import, LAX is fully equipped to accommodate safe and efficient pet arrivals.