Mexico / Screwworm

If your cruising takes you to the shores of Mexico this is important to be aware of. It not only impacts re-entry into the USA but also some of the Caribbean Islands or other destinations. Mexico is now classified as a carrier of screwworm.

APHIS will continue to allow the importation of dogs from Mexico if accompanied by a health certificate signed by a veterinarian trained and approved by the Mexican Competent Authority (SENASICA). The certificate must state that the animal has been inspected for screwworm within 5 days prior to shipment to the United States and the animal is either free from screwworm OR was found to be infested with screwworm, held in quarantine, and treated until free from screwworm prior to the certificate being issued and the dog being exported to the United States. SENASICA maintains a list of approved veterinarians online at: https://www.gob.mx/senasica/documentos/directorio-de-mvra-en-clinicas-y-hospitales-veterinarios?state=published.