Travelling with pets

Planning a trip with your dog or cat takes time. Requirements depend on the destination and may change.

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Preparing your pet for travel

Identification, health status and documentation should be reviewed well in advance.

Some requirements have minimum waiting periods that determine the travel date.

Microchip identification

Electronic identification is the basis of all travel documentation.

European Pet Passport

A document recording the animal's identification and certain health data.

Rabies vaccination

Its validity and timing must be reviewed according to the destination and the animal's history.

Travel within the EU

Movements within the European Union follow harmonised requirements that should be verified before each trip.

Travel outside the EU and export

Third countries may require specific tests, waiting periods and certifications issued by the competent authorities.

Country-specific requirements

Requirements may vary depending on the destination country. Contact Vet4U well in advance to review your case.

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