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Suzie's Blogs ...Traveling & Living Abroad Hints & Tips |
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Suzie's Blogs ... Traveling & Living Abroad Hints & Tips |
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U.S. visitors to Mexico may bring a dog, cat or up to four canaries by presenting the following certificates at the border: (1) A pet health certificate signed by a registered veterinarian in the United States and issued not more than 72 hours before the animal enters Mexico; and (2) A pet vaccination certificate showing that the animal has been treated for rabies, hepatitis, pip and leptospirosis. Certification by Mexican consular authorities is not required for the health or vaccination certificate. A permit fee is charged at the time of entry into Mexico. Shopping - Some Things To Beware of Buying Wildlife and Wildlife Products Beware of purchasing souvenirs made from endangered wildlife. Mexican markets and stores abound with wildlife, most of it prohibited from international traffic. You risk confiscation and a possible fine by U.S. Customs and Border Protection if you attempt to import virtually any wildlife from Mexico. In particular, watch out for and avoid: All products made from sea turtles, including such items as turtle leather boots, tortoise-shell jewelry, and sea turtle oil cosmetics Fur from spotted cats Mexican birds, stuffed or alive, such as parrots, parakeets, or birds of prey Crocodile and caiman leather Black coral jewelry Wildlife curios, such as stuffed iguanas When driving across state lines within Mexico, you can expect to be stopped at agricultural livestock inspection stations. Motor carefully and see you next time. Suzie Posted: Sunday 30th January 2005, 12:11 AM |