France Pet Travel Requirements

Overview

Below you'll find the official requirements for traveling with pets to France. Always check with official sources and your veterinarian before travel, as requirements may change.

Important Notice

This information is provided as a guide only. For the most up-to-date and official requirements, contact the embassy or consulate of France or visit their official website.

Microchip Identification Required

Your pet must be identified with an ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip. If the microchip is not ISO compliant, you must provide your own microchip reader.

Rabies Vaccination Required

Your pet must have a valid rabies vaccination administered after microchipping and at least 21 days before travel. Boosters must be kept up to date.

EU Pet Passport or Animal Health Certificate Required

EU residents need a Pet Passport issued by an authorized veterinarian. Non-EU travelers need an EU Animal Health Certificate issued within 10 days of entry.

Tapeworm Treatment (Dogs only) Optional

Dogs traveling to Ireland, Finland, Malta, Norway, or the UK need to be treated against tapeworm 24-120 hours before arrival.

Age Restriction Required

Pets must be at least 12 weeks old and must have received their rabies vaccination at least 21 days before travel.

Pet Limit Optional

Generally, you may travel with up to 5 pets. More than 5 pets requires special permission and documentation.

Pet Travel Checklist

Now that you know the requirements for France, use our comprehensive checklist to prepare for your trip.

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Local Veterinary Clinics in France

  • Veterinary Clinic of the Côte Fleurie
    371 Route de Pont l'évèque Bonneville sur Touques, 14800 Deauville, France, 14800 Deauville, 14800
    Phone: +33 2 31 88 54 88 | Website: https://cvcf.fr/ | Location: View on Map

    Preventative medicine. Microchipping. Dermatology. Offering French veterinary protocols with personalized care.
  • Assistavet Clinique Vétérinaire
    170 route de Toulouse, Bègles, 33130
    Phone: +33 5 56 49 43 89 | Location: View on Map

    General practice in Bègles.
  • Clinique Vétérinaire de Penthièvre
    33 Rue de Dinard, Lamballe, 22400
    Phone: +33 2 96 31 00 44 | Location: View on Map

    General practice in Lamballe.
  • SELAS Veterinaire du Gouessant
    3 Rue de la Jeannaie, Maroué, Lamballe, 22400
    Phone: +33 2 96 31 16 16 | Location: View on Map

    General practice in Lamballe (Maroué).
  • Clinique Vétérinaire Gambetta
    80 Rue Gambetta, Lille, 59000
    Phone: +33 3 20 30 75 11 | Location: View on Map

    Located in Lille. Book via phone or booking sites like CaptainVet.
  • Cabinet Vétérinaire Des Quais
    43 quai des chevillards, Lille, 59000
    Phone: +33 3 20 12 01 41 | Location: View on Map

    Located in Lille. Book via phone or booking sites like CaptainVet.
  • Clinique Vétérinaire Audoueineix Michel Et Guyader Lizé Anne
    8 rue Paul Cézanne, Morlaix, 29600
    Phone: +33 2 98 88 12 00 | Location: View on Map

    General practice in Morlaix.
  • Clinique Vétérinaire Queinnec Serret Leslie
    39 Rue Ange de Guernisac, Morlaix, 29600
    Phone: +33 2 98 63 30 63 | Location: View on Map

    General practice in Morlaix.

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