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MSY

Dogs may enter from low risk rabies countries only

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Basic Port Information

  • Port Name: New Orleans (MSY)
  • Airport Code: MSY
  • City / State: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Contact

Business Hours -8am to 4pm Closed weekends

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

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

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MSY Informal Clearance for Family pets – $164.80

 

MSY 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: New Orleans (MSY)

New Orleans (MSY) is a designated U.S. port of entry for pets arriving from low-risk or rabies-free countries. Pets may be cleared at this port when all U.S. customs and federal import documentation requirements are met.

Our experienced team handles the full customs clearance process, including coordination with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, document verification, and communication with carriers to ensure a smooth and compliant arrival.