United Kingdom Pet Travel Requirements
Overview
Below you'll find the official requirements for traveling with pets to United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom 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.
Animal Health Certificate (AHC) Required
You need an AHC issued by a vet within 10 days of travel to the UK. Pet passports issued in GB are no longer valid for travel to the EU.
Tapeworm Treatment (Dogs only) Required
Dogs must be treated against tapeworm by a vet 24-120 hours before arrival in the UK. This must be documented in the AHC.
Approved Entry Routes Required
Pets must enter the UK through approved routes and travel companies. Check with your carrier for specific requirements.
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 Travel Checklist
Now that you know the requirements for United Kingdom, use our comprehensive checklist to prepare for your trip.
View ChecklistLocal Veterinary Clinics in United Kingdom
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Ashman Jones London Road
22-23 Walcot Buildings, Bath, BA1 6AD
Phone: +44 1225 446269 | Website: https://www.ashmanjones.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Bath. -
Ashman Jones Widcombe
5 Widcombe Parade, Bath, BA2 4JT
Phone: +44 1225 807510 | Website: https://www.ashmanjones.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Bath. -
Bath Veterinary Group Rosemary Lodge
Rosemary Lodge, Wellsway, Bath, BA2 5RL
Phone: +44 1225 832521 | Website: https://www.bathvetgroup.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
Veterinary Hospital, offers out of hours. -
Bath Veterinary Group Station Road
15a/15b Station Road, Lower Weston, Bath, BA1 3DY
Phone: +44 1225 428921 | Website: https://www.bathvetgroup.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Bath.
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The Veterinary Clinic Erdington
749 Chester Road, Birmingham, B24 0BY
Phone: +44 121 373 4415 | Website: https://www.thevetclinic.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Erdington, Birmingham. -
The Veterinary Clinic Great Barr
1236 Aldridge Road, Birmingham, B44 8PE
Phone: +44 121 360 6010 | Website: https://www.thevetclinic.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Great Barr, Birmingham.
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Bristol Vet Specialists
Unit 10, More Plus Central Park, Madison Way, Severn Beach, Bristol, BS35 4ER
Phone: +44 1275 838473 | Website: https://www.bristolvetspecialists.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
Referral hospital, 24/7 urgent requests. -
Animal Health Centre
358 Gloucester Road, Bristol, BS7 8TP
Phone: +44 117 942 4683 | Website: https://www.animalhealthcentre.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Bristol.
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Animal Medical Centre
242 Cricklewood Ln, London, NW2 2PU
Phone: +44 20 8450 2228 | Website: https://amcvetlondon.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Cricklewood, London. -
Abingdon Vet Centre
85 Earls Court Road, London, W8 6EF
Phone: +44 20 7937 8215 | Website: https://www.abingdonvetclinic.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Kensington, London. -
Alcombe Veterinary Surgery
160/162 Acton Lane, London, W4 5HR
Phone: +44 20 8992 2323 | Website: https://www.alcombe.com/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Acton, London.
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Vets Now Manchester
98 Bury Old Rd, Whitefield, Manchester, M45 6TQ
Phone: +44 161 459 8375 | Website: https://www.vets-now.com/find-an-emergency-vet/manchester/ | Location: View on Map
24/7 Emergency Hospital. -
Ashleigh Veterinary Centre
221 Upper Chorlton Road, Whalley Range, Manchester, M16 0BH
Phone: +44 161 881 6868 | Website: https://www.ashleigh-veterinary-centre.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Manchester. -
Animal Trust Vets Failsworth
Unit 10, Failsworth District Centre, Ashton Road West, Manchester, M35 0ES
Phone: +44 161 711 0740 | Website: https://www.animaltrust.org.uk/clinics/failsworth-manchester/ | Location: View on Map
Not-for-profit vet.
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The Veterinary Clinic New Hall
215A Walmley Road, Sutton Coldfield, B76 2PP
Phone: +44 121 313 1919 | Website: https://www.thevetclinic.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Sutton Coldfield.
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Vets4Pets Taunton
Unit 5 Priory Field Retail Park, Priory Avenue, Taunton, TA1 1QS
Phone: +44 1823 329990 | Website: https://www.vets4pets.com/practices/vets4pets-taunton/ | Location: View on Map
Located inside Pets at Home. -
Deane Vets Taunton
Wellington New Rd, Taunton, TA1 5LU
Phone: +44 1823 333722 | Website: https://www.deanevets.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Taunton.
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Nurture Weston-super-Mare
Summer Lane North, Worle, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 6BE
Phone: +44 1934 511611 | Website: https://www.nurture.vet/connect-with-us/weston/ | Location: View on Map
Formerly Summer Lane Vets. Offers keyhole surgery. 24/7 Emergency via Wells hospital or Langford. -
Vets4Pets Weston-super-Mare
141 Milton Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 8AA
Phone: +44 1934 631777 | Website: https://www.vets4pets.com/practices/vets4pets-weston-super-mare/ | Location: View on Map
Located inside Pets at Home. -
Companion Care Weston Super Mare
Inside Pets at Home, Gallagher Retail Park, Marchfields Way, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 3YY
Phone: +44 1934 418004 | Website: https://www.companioncare.co.uk/findapractice/weston-super-mare-vets/ | Location: View on Map
Located inside Pets at Home.
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Abbotswood Veterinary Centre
18 Abbotswood, Yate, BS37 4NG
Phone: +44 1454 322727 | Website: https://www.abbotswoodvets.co.uk/ | Location: View on Map
General Practice in Yate, near Bristol.