⚖️ Where Are Iguanas Legal? A State-by-State Guide
Iguanas 
are amazing pets — but they're not legal everywhere. Here's where iguanas are banned or restricted in the US, Canada, and around the world. Laws change and cities add their own rules, so always confirm with your state, province, and city before bringing one home.
US states with bans or restrictions
- Hawaii — Iguanas are banned or restricted here; check current law before getting one.
Other countries with bans or restrictions
- Iceland — Iguanas are banned or restricted here; check current law before getting one.
- Singapore — Iguanas are banned or restricted here; check current law before getting one.
- Norway — Iguanas are banned or restricted here; check current law before getting one.
🏙️ City rules: Hawaii, Iceland, and Singapore ban pet iguanas and other lizards, Norway's reptile whitelist doesn't include them, and some U.S. cities restrict large iguanas — check your local laws.
Everywhere else
In places not listed above, iguanas are generally legal to keep as pets — but counties and cities sometimes add their own restrictions, and a few places require permits. A quick call to local animal control (or a search for "iguana laws" plus your city) is always worth it before you fall in love with one.