USDA/CBP Inspection at Terminal
About This Facility
The world's busiest airport by passenger traffic. Like most US airports, ATL has no dedicated animal reception center.
CBP inspects internationally arriving animals at the terminal. Delta Air Lines, headquartered here, operates a large cargo pet handling operation at ATL.
Physical Arrival Directions
Accompanied pets clear through CBP at the international arrivals terminal.
Cargo pets collected from airline cargo facilities on the south side of the airport.
Practical Tips & What to Expect
Delta Cargo at ATL is well-equipped for pet handling. For international arrivals, have CDC-required documentation ready for dogs.
Cats have no federal vaccination requirement. Georgia requires rabies vaccination for cats over 3 months old — carry proof.
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