Can I travel with my dog to France?

Can I travel with my dog to France?

What are the health requirements for bringing a pet to France? Your dog, cat or ferret will need to be microchipped, have the correct pet documentation and a valid vaccination against rabies. Read our Pet Travel Scheme Checklist before travelling or visit the DEFRA website for further details.

What do I need to travel with my dog to France?

France

1. The animal must be at least 12 weeks old.
2. Your pet must be identified by a microchip (standard ISO 11784 or annex A ISO standard 11785) or a tattoo.
3. Your pet must have a valid rabies vaccination.
4. You must get a health certificate from your veterinarian and endorsed by USDA.

Can I drive through Europe with a dog?

If you’re travelling to the EU, your dog will need to be microchipped, vaccinated for rabies and an EU health certificate completed. Sometimes, a rabies titre test will be required, or your dog may need a worming treatment.

Do dogs have to quarantine in France?

Assuming test results within acceptable limits, your pet can enter France no sooner than 3 calendar months after the date the blood was drawn and avoid quarantine. This step is not required unless entering France from a high-rabies country (click here).

Can I take my dog to France after Brexit?

Your pet must be microchipped. Your pet must be vaccinated against rabies – your pet must be at least 12 weeks old before it can be vaccinated. Wait 21 days after the primary vaccination before travel. Visit your vet to get an AHC for your pet, no more than 10 days before travel to the EU or NI.

Can I take my dog to France in 2021?

For your dog to be eligible to enter the EU from Jan 2021, the following requirements must be in place: Microchipped – Your dog must be microchipped, which can be done by most Vets. Rabies – Your dog must be vaccinated against Rabies and this process will take at least four months to complete.

Does my dog need an EU passport?

Obtaining an EU pet passport for your dog, cat or ferret is simple as long as you are traveling within the EU. Your pet will just need a microchip, rabies vaccination and a basic health check. These can all be completed at an authorised vet within the EU.

Will I be able to take my dog to France after Brexit?

You are still be able to travel with your pet dog, cat or even ferret from England, Scotland and Wales to the EU, but you now have to follow different rules. This means pets from England, Scotland and Wales can travel within the EU’s borders as long as owners obtain an animal health certificate (AHC) first.