Pet Travel

EU Pet Travel Requirements and AHC Guidance

As you may be aware from recent news coverage, there have been important changes to pet travel requirements for pet owners resident in Great Britain travelling to the EU with their pets.

Under the new rules outlined in APHA Briefing Notes 14/26, published on 17 April 2026, an EU pet passport, issued to or held by a pet owner who is resident in Great Britain, will no longer be a valid document for travelling with pets from Great Britain to the EU. This applies to EU pet passports issued in EU Member State or Northern Ireland, including those issued before 22 April 2026. EU pet passports may only be issued to owners whose main residence is within the European Union.

GB residents travelling to the EU with a pet dog, cat or ferret will need to obtain an Animal Health Certificate (AHC) for travel from 22 April 2026.

Please contact us for further advice and guidance on travelling with your pet.

Currently we can provide vaccination against Rabies, however we do not have a vet that is able to issue Animal Healthcare Certificates.