21/04/2026
Important change affecting Pet Travel that was announced by the UK Government last week:
What is changing?
From 22 April 2026, new EU rules will apply to the non‑commercial movement of dogs, cats and ferrets entering the EU from third countries such as Great Britain (GB).
An EU pet passport, issued to or held by a pet owner who is resident in GB, will no longer be a valid document for travelling with pets from GB to the EU. This applies to EU pet passports issued in an 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 our clinic if you need further guidance 0208 422 4757.
For now enjoy a pic of Yorkshire Terrier Peanut in Paris (Dr Nicola's dog)!
