Sweden Pet Travel Requirements

Overview

Below you'll find the official requirements for traveling with pets to Sweden. 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 Sweden 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 Sweden, use our comprehensive checklist to prepare for your trip.

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Local Veterinary Clinics in Sweden

  • DjurAkuten
    Kungstensgatan 58, 113 29 Stockholm, Sweden, 113 29 Stockholm, 113 29
    Phone: +46 8 30 19 00 | Website: http://www.djurakuten.se/ | Location: View on Map

    Microchipping. Acupuncture and holistic medicine. Dermatology. Swedish veterinary services with focus on animal welfare.
  • Doctrivet Smådjursklinik
    Römossevägen 29, 146 31 Tullinge, Sweden, 146 31 Tullinge, 146 31
    Phone: +46 8 449 33 10 | Website: http://www.doctrivet.se/ | Location: View on Map

    Swedish veterinary services with focus on animal welfare. Laboratory diagnostics. Internal medicine. Acupuncture and holistic medicine.
  • Haga Veterinär
    Krombyvägen 210, 238 41 Oxie, Sweden, 238 41 Oxie, 238 41
    Phone: +46 40 46 95 05 | Website: http://www.hagaveterinar.se/ | Location: View on Map

    Acupuncture and holistic medicine. Exotic animal care. Vaccinations. Swedish veterinary services with focus on animal welfare.
  • Årstakliniken
    Lindetorpsvägen 17, 121 63 Johanneshov, Sweden, 121 63 Johanneshov, 121 63
    Phone: +46 8 19 12 33 | Website: http://www.arstakliniken.se/ | Location: View on Map

    Preventative medicine. Exotic animal care. Surgery. Swedish veterinary services with focus on animal welfare.