Italy Pet Travel Requirements
Overview
Below you'll find the official requirements for traveling with pets to Italy. 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 Italy 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 Italy, use our comprehensive checklist to prepare for your trip.
View ChecklistLocal Veterinary Clinics in Italy
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Veterinary Clinic Castellarano
Via Fuori Ponte, 1/1, 42014 Castellarano RE, Italy, 42014 Castellarano RE, 42014
Phone: +39 0536 859701 | Website: http://www.clinicaveterinariacastellarano.it/ | Location: View on Map
Dental care. Microchipping. Providing Italian veterinary practices with family-oriented approach. Emergency services.
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Veterinary Clinic City Of Catania
Viale Vittorio Veneto, 313, 95126 Catania CT, Italy, 95126 Catania CT, 95126
Phone: +39 095 503924 | Website: https://clinicaveterinariacatania.it/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=VPIT34 | Location: View on Map
Microchipping. Preventative care. Surgery. 24-hour emergency care.
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Vet Hospital H24 Firenze
Via dei Vanni, 25, 50142 Firenze FI, Italy, 50142 Firenze FI, 50142
Phone: +39 055 232 2025 | Website: http://www.vethospital.it/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=VPIT005 | Location: View on Map
Microchipping. Emergency services. Full-service hospital care. Providing Italian veterinary practices with family-oriented approach. -
Veterinary Clinic South Florence - First Aid 24h
Via Svezia, 3, 50126 Firenze FI, Italy, 50126 Firenze FI, 50126
Phone: +39 055 067 1745 | Website: https://www.anicura.it/cliniche/clinica-veterinaria-firenze-sud/ | Location: View on Map
Vaccinations. Comprehensive clinical services. Providing Italian veterinary practices with family-oriented approach. 24-hour emergency care.
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Clinica Veterinaria Maggiolina
Corso Nazionale, 260, 19125 La Spezia SP, Italy, 19125 La Spezia SP, 19125
Phone: +39 0187 500907 | Location: View on Map
Emergency services. Ophthalmology. Dental care. Laboratory diagnostics.
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Ospedale Veterinario Lido di Roma
Via Isole del Capo Verde, 308, 00121 Lido di Ostia RM, Italy, 00121 Lido di Ostia RM, 00121
Phone: +39 06 9558 4454 | Website: http://www.drlovet.it/ | Location: View on Map
Preventative medicine. Emergency services. Dermatology. Acupuncture and holistic medicine.
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Saline Veterinary Surgery
Via Mulino del Gioco, 8, 65013 Marina PE, Italy, 65013 Marina PE, 65013
Phone: +39 085 950290 | Location: View on Map
Advanced surgical techniques. Exotic animal care. X-ray and imaging. Behavior consultation.
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Mypetclinic - Veterinary Clinic 24 hours
Viale Daniele Ranzoni, 10, 20149 Milano MI, Italy, 20149 Milano MI, 20149
Phone: +39 02 4398 3076 | Website: http://www.mypetclinic.it/ | Location: View on Map
Providing Italian veterinary practices with family-oriented approach. X-ray and imaging. Preventative medicine. Surgery. -
Clinica Veterinaria San Siro
Via Lampugnano, 99, 20151 Milano MI, Italy, 20151 Milano MI, 20151
Phone: +39 02 452 5290 | Website: https://www.anicura.it/cliniche/clinica-veterinaria-san-siro/ | Location: View on Map
Emergency services. General veterinary care. Preventative care. Vaccinations. -
Animal Doctor
Via Lecco, 22, 20124 Milano MI, Italy, 20124 Milano MI, 20124
Phone: +39 02 9166 1912 | Website: http://www.animaldoctor.it/ | Location: View on Map
X-ray and imaging. Care for all domestic animals. Emergency services. Surgery. -
St Francis Veterinary Hospital
Via Isaac Newton, 2, 20148 Milano MI, Italy, 20148 Milano MI, 20148
Phone: +39 02 9972 5053 | Website: http://www.vetsanfrancesco.it/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=VPIT33 | Location: View on Map
Full-service hospital care. General veterinary care. Providing Italian veterinary practices with family-oriented approach. 24-hour emergency care.
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Veterinary Hospital Averno
Via Monterusciello, 33 H, 80078 Pozzuoli NA, Italy, 80078 Pozzuoli NA, 80078
Phone: +39 081 524 6522 | Website: http://www.gruppocvit.it/per-la-clientela/strutture-affiliate/s/61.html | Location: View on Map
Internal medicine. Providing Italian veterinary practices with family-oriented approach. General veterinary care. Inpatient treatment.
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Veterinary Specialist Center
Via Sandro Giovannini, 51/53, 00137 Roma RM, Italy, 00137 Roma RM, 00137
Phone: +39 06 827 3512 | Website: https://centroveterinariospecialistico.it/ | Location: View on Map
Orthopedic surgery. Providing Italian veterinary practices with family-oriented approach. Cardiology. General veterinary care. -
Centro Veterinario Gregorio VII
Via della Vignaccia, 151, 00163 Roma RM, Italy, 00163 Roma RM, 00163
Phone: +39 06 660681 | Website: https://www.bluvet.it/clinica/centro-veterinario-gregorio-vii/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=gbp&utm_campaign=view_site | Location: View on Map
Microchipping. Emergency services. Laboratory diagnostics. Acupuncture and holistic medicine. -
Veterinary Clinic Borghesiana
Via di Vermicino, 96, 00133 Roma RM, Italy, 00133 Roma RM, 00133
Phone: +39 06 207 0648 | Website: https://www.anicura.it/cliniche/clinica-veterinaria-borghesiana/ | Location: View on Map
General veterinary care. Exotic animal care. Dental care. Providing Italian veterinary practices with family-oriented approach. -
Clinica Veterinaria H24 Pet'S Life
Via Gaetano Astolfi, 45, 00149 Roma RM, Italy, 00149 Roma RM, 00149
Phone: +39 06 557 2288 | Website: http://alphavet.it/ | Location: View on Map
Orthopedic surgery. Focused on companion animals. Microchipping. Laboratory diagnostics.
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Private Veterinary Clinic Clock
Via A. Gramsci, 1/4, 40037 Sasso Marconi BO, Italy, 40037 Sasso Marconi BO, 40037
Phone: +39 051 675 1232 | Website: https://www.anicura.it/cliniche/clinica-veterinaria-dellorologio/ | Location: View on Map
Surgery. Dental care. Vaccinations. Ophthalmology.
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Veterinary Clinic Tyrus
Str. delle Campore, 30/L, 05100 Terni TR, Italy, 05100 Terni TR, 05100
Phone: +39 0744 425003 | Website: https://www.anicura.it/cliniche/clinica-veterinaria-tyrus/ | Location: View on Map
Ophthalmology. Surgery. Dental care. Providing Italian veterinary practices with family-oriented approach.
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VETERINARY CLINIC Pedrani - Diagnostics small animals
Via Caldierino, 13, 36030 Zugliano VI, Italy, 36030 Zugliano VI, 36030
Phone: +39 0445 366799 | Website: http://www.clinicaveterinariapedrani.it/ | Location: View on Map
Comprehensive clinical services. X-ray and imaging. Dental care. Internal medicine.
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NSA Naples Veterinary Treatment Facility
81030 Gricignano di Aversa CE, Italy, Italy, 81030
Phone: +39 081 811 7913 | Website: https://mrc-europe.army.mil/Public-Health-Command-Europe/-Programs-Services/-Veterinary-Services-Treatment-Facilities/Naples-Veterinary-Treatment-Facility/ | Location: View on Map
Preventative medicine. Microchipping. Exotic animal care. Vaccinations.