Guinea-Bissau

1. 1
   Before you go

   Microchip (ISO 11784/11785)

   Have a vet implant an ISO microchip and record the number on every document.

2. 2
   On or after the microchip

   Rabies vaccination

   Vaccinate against rabies with an inactivated vaccine after the microchip is in place.

3. 3
   At least 21 days after the rabies shot

   Wait 21 days after rabies vaccination

   Entry is only allowed once at least 21 days have passed since the rabies vaccination.

4. 4
   At least 30 days after the rabies shot

   Rabies antibody titer test (FAVN/RFFIT)

   A vet draws blood at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination; the lab result must be >= 0.5 IU/ml.

5. 5
   On or after the health certificate

   Government endorsement of the certificate

   Have the health certificate endorsed/stamped by the government veterinary authority of the country you leave from.

6. 6
   Still valid the day you arrive

   Rabies vaccine still valid on arrival

   Your pet's rabies vaccine must still be valid on the day you cross. Check the 'valid until' date on the vaccination record and book a booster before it runs out.

7. 7
   Within 10 days before you arrive

   Vet exam within 10 days of departure

   A vet must examine the pet and find it healthy within 10 days before travel.

8. 8
   Within 10 days before you arrive

   Official health certificate

   Get the destination's health certificate signed by an official (government-authorised) vet; it is valid for 10 days.

dgav.pt · Official source · Checked 28 Sep 2026. The app works these dates backward from your travel day and reminds you.