European Union Pet Import/Export Requirements

European Union Pet Import/Export Requirements are as follows:
Microchip – dogs and cats imported to the European Union are required to be microchipped with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant 15 digit pet microchip.
Rabies Vaccination – a valid rabies vaccination is required for dogs and cats entering the EU. The Rabies vaccination must be administered within the acceptable timeframe after the microchip implant.
Other Vaccinations or treatments – certain EU countries require deworming treatment prior to flight. General health vaccinations are recommended for travel to the EU.
Rabies Titer Blood Test – a passing rabies titer blood test result (>=0.5 IU/ml) by an approved lab is required to enter the European Union with dogs and cats. The blood test must follow EU regulations of when and where the blood is tested. Prior to import and after the rabies titer blood test there is a three month waiting period prior to import.
Health Certificate – all dogs and cats entering the European Union must have a health check and health certificate endorsed by a government vet prior to the flight. The timeframe for this is dependent on the country of export.
Import Permit – import permits are not required for dogs or cats entering the European Union.
Banned Breeds – while the European Union does not ban breeds of dogs or cats there are several countries that do ban certain breeds. It is important to check your final destination country before travel.
Quarantine – there is no quarantine for healthy dogs or cats that are imported to the European Union according to proper import regulations.
Preparation Time – start preparing your dog or cat at least four months in advance of your planned flight date. Puppies and Kittens may take longer to prepare.
For movement between European Union countries or from non-EU countries, vaccination against rabies documented in the pet passport or the animal health certificate is the sole requirement for dogs, cats and ferrets to travel across EU borders, with certain exceptions.
The EU health certificate is valid for travel within the EU for up to 4 months from the date it is issued by the USDA Accredited Veterinarian as long as the rabies vaccine documented on it does not expire. After entering the EU, dogs subsequently traveling to the United Kingdom, Ireland, Finland, Malta, or Norway will need to be treated for tapeworms by an EU veterinarian within 1-5 days before entering those countries. The EU veterinarian will add the tapeworm treatment information to the EU health certificate issued in the United States. It is your responsibility to ensure your pet meets the import requirements of each country you visit.
Airlines may have separate and additional requirements. Check with your airline to determine what requirements they may have, if any.
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