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It is absolutely no problem when it comes to bringing your pets to Mexico.  But just like there are more hassles for people returning to the US from Mexico, the same is true for pets.

 

It seems that most of the pets are brought to Mexico by driving across the border. In Mexico, the pet must meet the requirements of the National Department of Health, Food Safety and Food Quality, SENASICA. This requires a...

It is absolutely no problem when it comes to bringing your pets to Mexico.  But just like there are more hassles for people returning to the US from Mexico, the same is true for pets.

 

It seems that most of the pets are brought to Mexico by driving across the border. In Mexico, the pet must meet the requirements of the National Department of Health, Food Safety and Food Quality, SENASICA. This requires a health certificate issued by a veterinarian stating that the pet is in good health and has a current rabies vaccination. Service animals are not exempt from these requirements. For certain countries (not the US or Canada) the pet must have been de-wormed recently. For airline travel, there are requirements for the kennel or carrier which must be followed.  The airlines will also require the health certificate and may have other requirements.

 

Several years ago, I landed at the airport in Veracruz with my cat, Yazmine.  It was interesting that the officials did not even know what paperwork was required and had to contact another person at home in the evening to find out where the forms were located and what needed to be done. Everyone was very helpful and finally we were on our way.

 

If you return to the US, the United States requirements state that a dog requires a rabies vaccination and a physical exam.  A cat is luckier and only needs the exam.  If there is no certificate of vaccination, the dog will be quarantined.  However, I have friends who drive across the border all the time and they have never been asked for the certificate or had their dog examined.  Airlines will usually require a current statement of health from a veterinarian.. 

A reasonable private health insurance plan in Portugal would cost you between €40 to €60 (US $43.40 to $65.10 or £29 to £44) a month. If you go to a doctor, a regular consultation would cost you around €30 to €40 (US $33 to $44 or £22 to £29) after insurance. This cost is for people who are basically in good health and middle-aged.  A full comprehensive insurance plan is about €60 (US $65 or £44) a month. €60 is the minimum.
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A reasonable private health insurance plan in Portugal would cost you between €40 to €60 (US $43.40 to $65.10 or £29 to £44) a month. If you go to a doctor, a regular consultation would cost you around €30 to €40 (US $33 to $44 or £22 to £29) after insurance. This cost is for people who are basically in good health and middle-aged.  A full comprehensive insurance plan is about €60 (US $65 or £44) a month. €60 is the minimum.
 
The cost of your insurance goes up depending on the clauses that you want to incorporate. For example, some insurance policies do not cover you abroad. A friend of mine pays €120 (US $130 or £87) for health insurance because he travels a lot and he wants to be fully covered when he is traveling in Europe. 
 
The cost of your insurance really depends on how far you want to go. If you just reside in Portugal and you just want basic insurance, the minimum you can get is about €60. There is no deductible. The insurance covers you from the first euro.  

 

(The monastery courtyard of Mosteiro dos Jerónimos Lisbon, Portugal, pictured.)

There are no issues with any type of religious persecution in Panama.  There’s a big Catholic community, as well as Seventh Day Adventists, Protestants, and there’s a big Jewish community here in Panama.  I’ve also seen Muslim people here.

There are no issues with any type of religious persecution in Panama.  There’s a big Catholic community, as well as Seventh Day Adventists, Protestants, and there’s a big Jewish community here in Panama.  I’ve also seen Muslim people here.

Expats (including Americans) who come to Belize are treated well.  One reason is because of the language (we both speak English), and another reason is because of tourism.
 
We have been working on tourism for the last 30 years and the Belizean people know that we need tourism deep down, so they will work with foreigners, talk to them, and be friends with them.  We treat expats very well and we love tourists because they bring a lot of money and they bring...

Expats (including Americans) who come to Belize are treated well.  One reason is because of the language (we both speak English), and another reason is because of tourism.
 
We have been working on tourism for the last 30 years and the Belizean people know that we need tourism deep down, so they will work with foreigners, talk to them, and be friends with them.  We treat expats very well and we love tourists because they bring a lot of money and they bring their expertise.