Pet Travel and Export

We are registered with APHA and have several official veterinarians (OV’s) that are able to issue appropriate documentation for you to travel overseas with your pet. Since Brexit, it is expected that all animals travelling overseas have an animal health certificate (AHC) issued within a specific timeframe of travel. You must get an animal health certificate in the 10 days before you enter the EU as long as your pet either:

• As an up-to-date rabies vaccination already
• Only needs booster doses to keep the vaccination up to date

If your pet needs a rabies vaccination, you must wait 21 days after the vaccination date before you get an animal health certificate. Day 1 is the day after vaccination. When you visit your vet, you’ll need to take proof of your pet’s:

• Microchipping date 
• Vaccination history

Your pet’s animal health certificate will be valid after the date of issue for:

• 10 days for entry into the EU or Northern Ireland
• 4 months for onward travel within the EU
• 4 months for re-entry to Great Britain

Your pet will need a new animal health certificate for each trip to an EU country or Northern Ireland from Great Britain.

There are different requirements for different countries regarding the vaccination status of your pet. If you’re planning on taking your dog overseas, please contact us in good time to enable us to advise you accordingly.

We also work with local businesses that export animal-based products internationally. Please contact us with enquiries.