Can I Take My Dog To France From Ireland?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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After 31st December 2020, you will still be able to travel with your pet (dog, cat or ferret) to France and from Northern Ireland

. Pets with Ireland and Northern Ireland issued pet passports will continue to use the existing pet passport scheme and EU pet travel rules.

Can I bring my dog to Europe from Ireland?

If you are taking your dog, cat or ferret out of Ireland to another EU country, or if you are returning to Ireland,

you must get an EU pet passport

. In Ireland this is issued by your local vet; please contact them directly.

Can I take my dog with me to France?

Each family is limited to 5 pets. Pets are not to be sold under any circumstances.

The pets must have been examined and the health certificate issued by a USDA Accredited Veterinarian within a day of loading and must arrive in France within 10 days

.

Can I take my dog to France in 2021?


Your pet will need a new AHC for each trip to France

. On arrival in France, pet owners travelling with pets will need to enter through a designated travellers’ point of entry (TPE). If you are a UK national living in France and plan to travel with your pet using a UK-issued pet passport, you should speak to your vet.

Can I take my dog to France after Brexit?

On 1 January 2021, the UK became an EU “part two listed” country. 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

. The AHC confirms that your pet is microchipped and vaccinated against rabies.

Can I take my dog to France on the ferry?


Dogs, cats or ferrets are allowed on our ships, as long as they meet all the EU entry requirements and have a valid AHC or EU Pet Passport

.

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).

Do dogs have to quarantine to go to France?

The blood rest results must show that the vaccination was successful – i.e. your dog’s blood must contain at least 0.5 IU/ml of the rabies antibody. You must then wait 3 months before your dog can enter France.

If you do not wait 3 months, then your dog will be quarantined in France for the remainder of the time

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Will pet passports be valid after Brexit?

Since Brexit,

pet passports issued in Great Britain (England, Wales and Scotland) are no longer valid for travel to an EU country or Northern Ireland

.

Are dogs allowed to fly in the cabin?


A pet traveling in cabin must be carried in an approved hard-sided or soft-sided kennel

. The kennel must fit completely under the seat in front of you and remain there at all times.

Can dogs fly on RyanAir?

RyanAir does not permit any type of live animal to fly in the cabin of its aircraft unless it is a guide or assistance dog trained to perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability (physical, sensory or psychiatric) and must be certified by an organisation that is a full member of Assistance Dogs …

Can I bring my dog to UK from Ireland?

You do not have to use an approved route or company if you’re travelling from Ireland to Great Britain.

You can only bring a pet into Great Britain on a private boat or plane if you’re travelling from Ireland or Northern Ireland

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What do I need to take my dog to France 2021?

  1. Ensure their dog, cat or ferret is microchipped.
  2. Ensure that their dog, cat or ferret is vaccinated against rabies – pets must be at least 12 weeks old before they can be vaccinated.

Can I take my dog from UK to France?

If your dog has never had a rabies vaccination before, or a previous rabies vaccination is no longer valid, then your dog needs to be vaccinated and cannot travel for at least 21 days after having the rabies jab – that’s why you need to book in at least one month before your travel date.

Can I get an EU pet passport for my dog?


You can get a European pet passport for your dog, cat or ferret from any authorised vet

(permitted by the relevant authorities to issue pet passports). A pet passport is valid for life as long as your pets rabies vaccination is in date.

Does my dog need an EU passport?

Instead, you will need to obtain an EU Health Certificate issued (completed and signed) by a USDA Accredited Veterinarian and endorsed (counter-signed and embossed/stamped) by APHIS before the pet leaves the U.S. To view these requirements and obtain the correct health certificate, please click here to be taken back to …

Are dog passports still valid?

You can no longer use a pet passport issued in Great Britain (England, Wales and Scotland) for travel to an EU country or Northern Ireland. You can still use a pet passport issued in an EU country or Northern Ireland.

Do Irish Ferries allow dogs?


Irish Ferries participates in the Pet Travel Scheme

. This is a Government controlled system that allows movement of dogs, cats and ferrets within EU member states without quarantine restrictions. Motorists and foot -passengers may bring their pet with them.

Do dogs have to stay in the car on a ferry?


Most crossings require your dog to remain in your vehicle

or one of the ferry’s kennels and we have teamed up with the RSPCA to help make sure that wherever your dog spends his time, his experience is a positive and enjoyable one.

Where do dogs pee on a ferry?

In general, there are dedicated places on the boats for the pets to do their business. If it’s not the case, it’s

on the outside deck

. In any case, you will need to pick up his poops and if possible spill a little water on the pee.

How do I apply for a dog passport in France?


Vets say Britons can get pet passport in France

If the animal is not, the vet can arrange that there and then, and can vaccinate the pet against rabies. The person will be issued with a document that will contain an identification number for the pet and a temporary password to register on I-CAD.

Diane Mitchell
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Diane Mitchell
Diane Mitchell is an animal lover and trainer with over 15 years of experience working with a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, and horses. She has worked with leading animal welfare organizations. Diane is passionate about promoting responsible pet ownership and educating pet owners on the best practices for training and caring for their furry friends.