Pet Travel

Since the UK exited from the EU, UK pet passports are no longer accepted.  An Animal Health Certificate (AHC) is now required each time you travel.

Please contact the practice well in advance of your travel date for advice and information.

Travel from the UK to an EU/listed country
In order to take your cat, dog or ferret out of the UK to an EU/listed country your pet must:
• Be microchipped
• Be vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before entry. Animals must be at least 12 weeks of age to be vaccinated against rabies.

• Be issued with an AHC within 10 days of travel (5 for some countries)

Travel from an EU/listed country to the UK
In order to take your cat, dog or ferret out of an EU/listed country and into the UK your pet must:
• Be microchipped
• Be vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before entry into the UK; either a booster is administered (provided there is time) or a full vaccine
• Have an EU pet passport
• Be treated for tapeworms by a vet one to five days before the scheduled arrival time in the UK (dogs only)

Please visit the DEFRA website for further information.

Taking your pet dog, cat or ferret abroad: Overview – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

If you are wishing to export your pet permanently, travel requirements vary from country to country. We are able to put you in contact with a company who specialises in this area and can make all the arrangements for you. Please call the practice on 01753 858877 for further information.