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The adoption of harmonised rules on travelling with pets has made it easier for EU citizens and their dogs, cats or ferrets to enjoy the freedom of movement within the Union. This significant step was made possible by dramatic advances made in the fight against rabies.

For movement between EU countries or from non-EU countries vaccination against rabies documented in the pet passport or the animal health certificate is the sole requirement for dogs, cats and ferrets to travel across EU borders, with certain exceptions.

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How to Get an EU Pet Passport in 2023

With an EU Pet Passport, your dog, cat or ferret can can travel through the EU and other non-EU countries. So, if you’re planning a trip around Europe, you don’t have to leave your furry friend at home!

In this article we will discuss everything you need to know on how to get a pet passport in the EU.

What is an EU Pet Passport?

An EU Pet Passport is a compilation of documents that your pet needs in order to travel to EU countries. With an EU pet passport, your dog, cat or ferret will be able to travel freely through the EU without enduring a quarantine period. Essentially, a pet passport demonstrates that your pet is fit and healthy to travel.

The documents required to travel depend on which country you are travelling from, and which country you are entering. Each country has different rules and requirements to export and import pets. These also vary between pet species. We will discuss the requirements in detail below.

Country Categories.

The requirements for travel to EU Member States with your pet depends on the country you are travelling from.

There are 4 categories of countries . The category your country falls into will determine the preparations you need to make for your pet to travel. Details for each category are set out below:

Category 1 (EU Countries).

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.

Category 2.

Andorra, Switzerland, Faeroe Islands, Gibraltar, Greenland, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, San Marino, Vatican City State.

Category 3.

Ascension Island, United Arab Emirates, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Aruba, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bahrain, Bermuda, Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba (the BES Islands), Belarus, Canada, Chile, Curaçao, Fiji, Falkland Islands, Hong Kong, Jamaica, Japan, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Cayman Islands, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, North Macedonia, Mauritius, Mexico, Malaysia, New Caledonia, New Zealand, French Polynesia, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Russia, Singapore, Saint Helena, Sint Maarten, Trinidad and Tobago, Taiwan, United States of America, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, British Virgin Islands, Vanuatu, Wallis and Futuna.

Category 4.

An unlisted country is any country not listed in the list of EU or non-EU countries. These countries have not applied or been accepted for listed status because of less robust veterinary or administrative systems or higher rabies incidence. The rules for taking your pets to these countries, or returning to the EU from these countries are different than they are for EU member states and listed countries.

How do I get a EU Pet Passport.

Traveling from within the eu (category 1), microchipping..

The first step towards obtaining an EU pet passport is to ensure your pet has a microchip. The microchip should comply with ISO standards and be implanted by a qualified professional. The unique identification number linked to the microchip will serve as a permanent and secure form of identification for your pet.

Rabies Vaccination.

To obtain an EU pet passport, your pet must be up-to-date on their vaccinations. The core vaccinations include rabies, which is mandatory for travel within the EU. Ensure your pet receives the rabies vaccination at least 21 days before your intended travel date. You do not have to wait the 21 days if your pet has had yearly or 3 yearly booster vaccinations.

Depending on your destination within the EU, additional vaccinations may be required, so consult with your veterinarian.

Pet Passport Application.

Contact your veterinarian or a designated animal health authority in your country to obtain an EU pet passport application form. Complete the form accurately and include all necessary information, such as your contact details, pet’s identification details, vaccination records, and health certificate. Review the form thoroughly to avoid any errors or omissions that could delay the process.

Submit the completed application form, along with any required supporting documents, to the appropriate authority in your country. Pay any applicable fees, which may vary depending on your location.

Once your application is reviewed and approved, you will receive an EU pet passport for your furry friend. This document contains crucial information about your pet, including their identification details, vaccination records, and your contact information. Ensure all the details are accurate and check for any errors.

Tapeworm Treatment.

If you are traveling to the UK, Ireland Finland, Norway or Malta, dogs will need a tapeworm treatment. Your dog must be treated against tapeworms between 24 hours (1 day) and 120 hours (5 days) before entering these countries. If you fail to have your dog treated within this time scale, then he or she may be put into quarantine for up to 4 months. The treatment must be administered by a vet and officially recorded in your pet’s passport.

Traveling from outside the EU (Category 2, 3 & 4)

If you are traveling to the EU from a non-EU country, the process will be slightly different. It will also vary depending on whether you are traveling from a group 2, group 3 or group 4 (unlisted) country.

You will require a microchip and rabies vaccination, as well as the following.

Animal Health Certificate.

If you are traveling to an EU country, from a group 2, group 3 or group 4 (unlisted) country, you will need to get your dog, cat or ferret an animal health certificate. This will need to be obtained within 10 days of travel and must be signed by an official veterinarian.

Your pet’s animal health certificate will be valid after the date of issue for:

10 days for entry into the EU or Northern Ireland
4 months for onward travel within the EU
4 months for re-entry to GB

Your pet will need a new animal health certificate each time you travel to an EU country or Northern Ireland from Great Britain.

Rabies Blood Test.

If you are traveling from a group 4 (unlisted country), your dog, cat or ferret will need a rabies blood test. A blood test must be taken at least 30 days after your pet’s rabies vaccination and the blood test must show the vaccination was successful. The date of the vaccination counts as day zero not day 1. You must then wait 3 calendar months from the date the blood sample was taken before travelling.

How long does it take to get an EU Pet Passport?

The time it takes to get an EU Pet Passport depends on where you are traveling from. In most instances, it should take under a month. This is the case when applying from within the EU, or when traveling from a group 2 or group 3 country. However, if you are traveling from a group 4 (unlisted country) it can take up over 4 months.

If you are based within the EU, or are traveling to the EU from a group 2 or group 3 country, the process is simple. You must visit the vet with your dog, get them microchipped and vaccinated against rabies. You must then wait 21 days before traveling. If traveling from group 2 or 3 you will also need to obtain an animal health certificate.

However, dogs traveling to the EU from unlisted countries require a rabies blood test. This can take over 4 months to complete. This is because you must wait 30 days after your dog’s rabies vaccination before doing the blood test. You also have to wait 3 calendar months from the date of the blood sample, before traveling.

How much does an EU Pet Passport cost?

The cost of a EU Pet Passport can vary drastically between €20 and €448+. The price you pay will depend on the following:

The country you get your pet’s passport in
The veterinary clinic that you visit
The species of your pet
Whether your pet already has a microchip and rabies vaccination

Firstly, different countries and veterinary clinics will have different prices for an EU pet passport. If you want to save some money, check the prices of a few different veterinary clinics.

Additionally, some pets species may require more treatments and vaccines than others. For example, only dogs will require tapeworm treatments when travelling to the UK, Ireland, Finland, Norway and Malta.

If your pet already has a microchip, and a recent rabies vaccination, you will probably pay less for your EU pet passport. This is because you will only be paying for the health check and the documents.

For more information on the cost of an EU Pet Passport, check How much does an EU Pet Passport cost? .

Advantages of getting an EU Pet Passport

The main reason to get a pet passport is to facilitate the ease of travel throughout the EU. However, there are many more benefits of getting an EU pet passport:

Easy travel inside EU – through European borders, including the UK, Norway, Switzerland, and the Balkans.
Easy travel outside EU – to the UK, Norway, Switzerland, the Balkans, the US and other countries.
Avoid quarantine – when traveling within the EU and to many non-EU countries, your pet will not need to endure a length quarantine period.
Organisation – all of your pet’s medical records are stored in one location.
Healthy pet – getting an EU pet passport forces you to regularly check your pet’s health.

With an EU pet passport, your dog, cat or ferret will be able to travel through the EU with ease. The pet passport contains all the required documents to show customs officials that your pet is healthy and fit for travel. Additionally, an official EU pet passport will also allow your pet to travel to countries outside of the EU.

With an EU pet passport, your pet will not be required to ensure a lengthy quarantine period. However, there may be some exceptions to this when traveling outside of the EU.

As well as hassle-free border crossing with your pet, a pet passport will eliminate the need to fill out confusing paperwork. All of your pet’s medical records will be stored in one place, making it easy to manage.

How to use an EU Pet Passport.

You pretty much use it just as you would your own passport!

When crossing a border, you will need to inform the customs agent that you are bringing your pet. If you are booking a flight or traveling on a train, inform the travel company that you will be traveling with a pet. It’s important to do this as some companies do not allow pets. It is easier if you are traveling in a car.

When at the border, you will simply need to present your passport, along with your pet’s passport.

It is important to keep in mind that vaccinations must remain up to date in order for your pet’s passport to be valid. Additionally, remember to check border requirements prior to entry in case the country has additional requirements.

Can my dog travel to the EU without an EU Pet Passport?

Yes, they can.

If you are traveling from outside the EU with your pet, you will need an animal health certificate instead of an EU Pet Passport. This will need to be issued by an official veterinarian.

Once you arrive in the EU, you are are able to apply for an official EU Pet Passport, which would make traveling in between EU countries easier.

How has Brexit affected an EU Pet Passport issued in the UK?

An EU pet passport issued in the UK will not be valid for travel to the EU.

Before your dog, cat or ferret can travel, you’ll need to take the following steps:

You must have your pet microchipped and vaccinated against rabies.
You must obtain a AHC from an accredited vet 10 days before travel.

Your pet will need a new health certificate for each trip to the EU.

Related post : How Much Does a Dog Passport Cost in the UK?

Frequently Asked Questions [FAQs]

How long is EU Pet Passport valid for?

A pet passport is valid for life as long as your pets rabies vaccination is in date.

Can I get my puppy or kitten an EU Pet Passport?

Many countries require that dogs and cats are a minimum of 4 months old. This is because many countries require rabies vaccinations which can only be administered to pets over the age of 3 months. Most of the time you must wait 28 days after the vaccination, before entering a country. This is the case for entering the US. Additionally, proof of age should be available.

What if I lose my EU Pet Passport?

If a passport is lost or stolen, it can be replaced as long as you have evidence of the animal’s vaccination record and blood test result (if applicable). Both records must also show your pet's microchip number. Details of the lost or stolen passport, including its serial number, country and date of issue (if known) should be recorded on the Pet Passport Control Sheet. We recommend that you scan photos of your pet passport in case you lose it.

Can I get an EU Pet Passport outside of the EU?

Unfortunately no. An EU pet passport must be issued by an official veterinarian within the EU. You can however travel to the EU with an animal health certificate issued by an official veterinarian in your country and apply for an EU pet passport once in the EU.

Bottom Line

Obtaining an EU pet passport for your dog, cat or ferret is relatively simple. The requirements for travel to EU Member States with your pet depends on the country you are travelling from. If you are applying for an EU pet passport from within the EU, you’ll simply need a microchip and rabies vaccination. If traveling from outside the EU, you will also need an animal health certificate and potentially a rabies blood test. It’s important to note that each country may have slightly different requirements. So, be sure to check the import regulations for your specific destination country.

Hope you have found this helpful – happy travels!

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Is PETS Still in Effect Post Brexit?

Yes, PETS still permits pet travel to and from the UK. The core principles remain, although new regulations around entering the UK took effect on January 1, 2021 after the Brexit transition period ended. These primarily center around tick treatment certification and entrance points for pets.

Who Oversees PETS Compliance?

In the UK, PETS is governed by DEFRA – the government Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs. They set the high-level rules for taking animals in and out of the country such as permitted species, transport methods, quarantine policies and documentation protocols.

Individual airlines and transport companies have their own specific requirements as well, which must comply with DEFRA’s minimum expectations.Environmental health officers at points of UK entry complete an examination and document check to accept or deny pets into the country.

Core PETS Requirements

While particulars vary slightly country to country, the fundamental PETS requirements are:

Microchipping – Dogs and cats must have ISO-standard 15-digit microchips. Other pets require approved unique identifiers.
Vaccinations – Up-to-date rabies vaccines given by a vet. Timing protocols must be followed.
Documentation – Completed health certificate, vaccination records, microchip info, tick treatment certification, lab results, import licenses and more depending on the destination.
Approved Transportation – Pets should travel per IATA Live Animal Regulations via airline or transport vehicles designed to maintain a stable, comfortable climate.
Parasite Treatments – Dogs require approved tapeworm treatment 1-5 days pre-entry.
Border Checks – Verification of paperwork, microchips, general health upon arrival to the destination country.

UK Import Specific PETS Changes After Brexit

While pet travel within EU member countries remains status quo post Brexit, some amendments apply exclusively for entering the UK under PETS:

Entry Points – Pets can only enter the UK from the EU through travel routes approved for ETAs carrying goods. Unaccompanied pets in small vehicles now require logistics support.
Tick Treatment – Tapeworm treatment 1-5 days before arrival is mandatory with signed confirmation from the vet.
Six Month Rule – If traveling from the EU, pets must enter the UK within six months after the blood sample date for the anti-rabies titer test to remain valid.
EU Paperwork – Animals from EU heading to UK need a new Animal Health Certificate endorsed by an Official Veterinarian verifying microchip, rabies vaccine, and tapeworm treatment instead of using the EU Pet Passport.

What About Other Species?

While PETS explicitly covers cats, dogs and ferrets, other species can also enter the UK without quarantine if they meet import licensing specifications. All pets entering Scotland require specific authorization under the Animals and Wildlife Act regardless of where they originate. Birds, fish, reptiles, rodents and more have additional prerequisites for border entry.

PETS scheme rules only exist within the EU, UK and approved countries – not universally. Always check individual nations’ policies before traveling internationally with any pet. Transport operators can walk pet owners through country-specific processes and documentation for smooth, worry-free pet travel.

Navigating Changing Regulations

With regular adjustments to post-Brexit PETS particulars plus individual country import/export variability, international pet travel gets complicated quickly. Allowing enough lead time before a planned move or trip is crucial. Working with a professional pet transport service intimately familiar with PETS across various borders streamlines everything.

Airpets International specializes in smooth international relocation and travel logistics for pets. Our expert global team can handle all details related to reservations, routing, paperwork, examinations, permits and customs coordination. Clients enjoy end-to-end service tailored for their pet’s unique needs while avoiding hassle and guesswork.

For more information on pet travel within the EU or entering/departing the UK under PETS before, during or after Brexit, contact us at Airpets International. Our full-service pet transport solutions get beloved pets where they need to go with comfort and care.

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Emotional support dogs

British Airways is unable to accept emotional support dogs for travel in the cabin on any British Airways operated flights. Your emotional support dog can travel as a pet and details on how to arrange this can be found below.

Service dogs

If you’re travelling with a recognised service dog, it can travel with you free of charge in the cabin of your British Airways flight. This service cannot be booked online and we might need to limit the number of dogs we can carry in the cabin.

From the UK

We’ve partnered with PetAir UK, which is run and owned by fully-qualified veterinary surgeons and has been flying pets all over the world since 2004, to offer British Airways customers a safe, comfortable and convenient way to export their pets from the UK.

If you are looking to transport your pet to the UK, our sister company IAG Cargo can help. They have decades of experience transporting animals from every corner of the globe and will look after your pet as if it were their own.

Pet Travel Scheme

If you're entering the UK, your dog must meet the requirements of the Pet Travel Scheme offered by the UK Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA). It allows cats and dogs to travel between some countries and UK airports avoiding quarantine.

If you're travelling to a different country, please check with the relevant embassy or consulate for any regulations or restrictions.

SUN-AIR flights

SUN-AIR is our franchise partner operating flights within Europe under the British Airways brand. As on British Airways operated flights, recognised service dogs are allowed in the cabin, as well as other pets up to 6kg.

Other pets must be transported in a waterproof bag or cage, with maximum dimensions of 20 x 30 x 20cm (7.5 x 11.5 x 7.5in).
It is the owners’ responsibility to ensure that all documentation and animal passports are in order before departure.
SUN-AIR permits one pet on board each aircraft at one time.

Please contact the SUN-AIR ticket office on +45 75 33 16 11 no later than 72 hours before departure if you wish to bring your pet on a SUN-AIR operated flight. Please note that pets are not permitted on SUN-AIR flights to the United Kingdom.

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USDA-accredited veterinarians can submit health certificates for electronic signature through VEHCS (Veterinary Export Health Certification System).

Accredited veterinarians can submit health certificates for USDA endorsement electronically through VEHCS (Veterinary Export Health Certification System). However, this country requires USDA to ink-sign and emboss the health certificate. This means the final, endorsed health certificate that travels with the animal(s) must be mailed back. IMPORTANT: The endorsed health certificate (paper, not electronic) must accompany the shipment. The endorsed health certificate will be returned by mail (a pre-paid, pre-addressed return label must be provided during certificate submission).

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Travel Requirements Based on Pet Type

Carefully read ALL of the requirements related to your pet on this page.

This page provides the most recent entry requirements and can change without notice.
It is the responsibility of the veterinarian to make sure the pet has met all health requirements of the destination country before issuing a health certificate.
Failure to meet the requirements may result in problems gaining certificate endorsement or difficulties upon arrival in the destination country.
Health certificates must be legible, accurate, and complete.

In the UK, it’s against the law to own certain types of dog. Check banned dog breeds .

Important information regarding guide and assistance dogs traveling to the UK .

ISO compliant microchips are 15 digits long. The pet’s microchip ISO compatibility can be confirmed with the microchip manufacturer.
The pet will need to travel with a microchip reader that can read the microchip OR contact the Veterinary Officials at the intended port of arrival to verify that they have a reader capable of reading the pet’s microchip. OR
The number and the date of implantation of both microchips must be documented on the UK Health Certificate.

Important Health Certificate Note

When recording the “ Date of implantation and/or reading [dd/mm/yyyy] ” of the microchip/transponder on the health certificate, IT MUST BE ON OR BEFORE THE DATE OF THE PRIMARY RABIES VACCINATION .

Pets arriving in the UK that do not meet the UK’s requirements may be refused entry or quarantined upon arrival at the owner’s expense. If the pet is less than 15 weeks old and has not been vaccinated for rabies for 21 days before entry into the UK, this Member State DOES NOT ALLOW entry of the pet.

Check which EU Member States accept pets under 15 weeks of age.

For pets at least 15 weeks old and vaccinated for rabies more than 21 days before entry into the UK:

If the pet had a non-ISO compatible microchip implanted at the same time as or before the pet’s most recent vaccination and it is still readable, the pet will not have to be revaccinated even if it had to be re-microchipped with an ISO compliant microchip to travel to the UK.
Remember, the number and implantation dates of both microchips must be documented on the UK health certificate and at least one of these microchips must have been implanted before the pet’s most recent rabies vaccine.
For the UK, the first rabies vaccination AFTER microchip implantation is considered the primary rabies vaccine, and it is ONLY valid for one year.
Alternatively, the pet can be revaccinated and wait 21 days prior to departure from the US to be eligible for travel to the UK.
While a booster rabies vaccination must be given within 12 months after the primary vaccination, the booster rabies vaccination and any subsequent rabies vaccinations given may be valid for 1, 2, or 3 years according to the manufacturer’s recommendations as long as there is no lapse in vaccination.
The rabies vaccination must be valid at the time of entry into the UK.
Correct Microchip Number
Manufacturer name of the rabies vaccine must be spelled out completely (different than the name of the vaccine)
Name of the rabies vaccine must be spelled out completely (different than the manufacturer of vaccine)

Rabies vaccination certificates that do not contain the information above or contain information that does not match the information on the health certificate upon arrival in the UK may cause the pet(s) to be held in quarantine at the owner’s expense.

When entering rabies vaccine validity dates on the health certificate: For PRIMARY rabies vaccination : On the rabies vaccination table, under the header "Validity of vaccination" "from" the date entered should be 21 days after the primary vaccination was administered.

Example: Date of vaccination: 01/03/2019 Validity of vaccination From: 22/03/2019 To: 01/03/2020

For valid BOOSTER rabies vaccination : On the rabies vaccination table, under the header "Validity of vaccination" "from" the date entered should be the date the booster was administered.

Example: Date of vaccination: 01/03/2019 Validity of vaccination From: 01/03/2019 To: 01/03/2022

NOTE: If the pet is less than 15 weeks old and has not been vaccinated for rabies for 21 days before entry into the UK , the pet is not eligible to enter the UK. See Step 2 for more information.

After a primary rabies vaccination, the pet must wait 21 days before it is eligible to enter the UK (i.e., can enter on day 22). The date of vaccination is day 0 (zero).
It is the first vaccination given after microchip implantation (this vaccination can be administered on the same day or any time after microchip implantation). OR
If a rabies vaccination given after microchip implantation expires before another rabies vaccination can be given, the pet must wait 21 days after the new rabies vaccination before being eligible to enter the UK, as the new vaccination is now considered a primary vaccination. If there has not been a lapse in the rabies vaccination of the pet, the pet does not have to wait 21 days to travel to the UK after the booster vaccination.

If the pet is more than 15 weeks old and the most recent rabies vaccine is a primary rabies vaccine, the pet must wait 21 days after the date of that primary rabies vaccine before it can enter the UK.

When entering rabies vaccine validity dates on the health certificate:

For PRIMARY rabies vaccination : On the rabies vaccination table, under the header "Validity of vaccination" "from" the date entered should be 21 days after the primary vaccination was administered.

The UK has two different health certificates for pets.

The health certificate used will depend on the number of animals traveling, whether or not the pet is traveling within 5 days before or after the owner or designated person**, and whether the pet will change ownership or is intended for resale in the UK.

The “non-commercial” health certificate is:

For 5 or less pets traveling to the UK within 5 days of the owner or designated person**. OR For 6 or more privately owned pets that are more than 6 months old and traveling in a group to the UK to participate in competitions, exhibitions, sporting events, or in training for events, within 5 days of the owner or designated person**.
APHIS endorsement is not required if the health certificate is issued by a military veterinarian, but the military veterinarian must issue it within 10 days of arrival in the UK*.
Once the health certificate is endorsed by APHIS, the owner or designated person** must enter the APHIS-assigned certificate number in the “Animal health certificate number” section of the Declaration. See the instructions for completing the non-commercial health certificate on the Health Certificate page.

ALERT: The "non-commercial" certificate is NOT for pets traveling to the UK more than 5 days before or after the owner or designated person**, or changing ownership or are intended for resale in the UK. That type of movement falls under the “commercial” health certificate below.

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Pre-checks by HARC should be done prior to USDA endorsement .
Please contact HARC ( [email protected] ) with additional questions regarding this service.

The “commercial” health certificate is:

For pets (any number) who are traveling more than 5 days before or after the owner or designated person**. OR For 6 or more privately owned pets traveling at the same time (even if their owner or designated person** is traveling to the UK at the same time or within 5 days before or after the pet). OR For pet animals changing ownership or intended for resale when arriving in the UK.
APHIS endorsement is not required if the health certificate is issued by a military veterinarian*.

*A Military Veterinarian is defined as a Veterinary Corps Officer or civilian GS-0701 series government veterinarian employed by the U.S. Army Veterinary Service working at military treatment facilities. It does not apply to Army Veterinary Service non-appropriated fund or Department of Defense civilian contract veterinarians. **Designated person: a family member, friend, or other person authorized by the owner to travel with the pet.

After the pet’s USDA Accredited Veterinarian has completed and signed the EU/UK Health Certificate, have the pet’s completed health certificate endorsed by your USDA APHIS Veterinary Services Endorsement Office . For “non-commercial” health certificates, this endorsement must occur within 10 days of your pet’s arrival in the UK. For “commercial” health certificates, this endorsement can happen any time after the USDA Accredited Veterinarian signs the certificate.
You can also find more information about Endorsement Fees here .

Tapeworm treatment is required for dogs traveling to the United Kingdom (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales).
This treatment must be administered by a USDA Accredited Veterinarian.
It is recommended to use a medication that contains praziquantel as the active ingredient.
The brand name of the tapeworm medication
The name of the manufacturer of the medication
The date and time of the administration of the tapeworm treatment
The signature and printed name of the USDA Accredited Veterinarian administering the medication. The USDA Accredited Veterinarian cannot sign the table in section II.4 until he/she administers the tapeworm treatment.

The UK (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales) allows the tapeworm treatment to occur before or after APHIS endorsement of the health certificate.

Health Certificates

The United Kingdom has specific requirements based on the type of pet you are traveling with. To get the appropriate Health Certificate, read requirements 1-6 listed above and choose the Health Certificate option that applies to you.

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Please make sure you read all requirements for taking pet birds to the United Kingdom (UK).

The following applies to pet birds traveling to the UK in a group of five or less birds. For owners taking more than five pet birds to the UK, different rules may apply.

For pet birds that leave the U.S. after February 19, 2018, click here to view the requirements for pet birds returning to the U.S. , as the U.S.’ identification requirements may be different than the UK’s requirements.
Pet birds must be moved to a household or another residence within the UK and must not be entered in shows, fairs, exhibitions or other gatherings of birds during the period of 30 days following entry into the UK.
Pet birds may have to undergo isolation with or without testing for Avian Influenza before traveling to the UK .
The options for how to prepare a bird for export to the UK are listed below. Select the applicable pre-export option to obtain a health certificate and instructions for completing the health certificate. Once the conditions of the UK health certificate have been met, the pet bird must be examined and an UK health certificate must be issued by a USDA Accredited Veterinarian within 48 hours of travel or the last working day prior to the date of departure to the UK.
Call ahead to your local USDA APHIS Veterinary Services Endorsement Office to make arrangements for the APHIS veterinarian to endorse (counter-sign and emboss/stamp) the health certificate after it is issued.

The pet bird was kept at a location under the USDA Accredited Veterinarian’s supervision for at least 30 days prior to leaving the U.S. The pet bird was not in contact with other birds during this time.

Veterinary Health Certificate for Pet Birds- Option 1 - March 2024

Instructions for completing the Health Certificate for Option 1 .

Pet birds in the U.S., including pet birds brought into the U.S., are not vaccinated for Avian Influenza so this choice is not an option. The section in the health certificate for this vaccination option has been pre-lined out in the health certificates for Options 1 (above), 3 (below), and 4 (below).

NOTE: Due to current issues at ports around the UK, please use NVSL for the Avian Influenza testing of your pet bird if you choose this option. Or you can use the Option 1 (30-day isolation) above instead.

The pet bird has been isolated (kept away) from other birds for at least 10 days prior to leaving the U.S. AND tested for Avian Influenza H5 and H7 antigens or genomes with a virus isolation or RT-PCR test. Regardless of test type used, both a cloacal swab and an oropharyngeal swab must be taken at least 3 days after the 10 day isolation starts. Testing must occur at NVSL or a National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) approved laboratory for Avian Influenza.

NOTE: the day isolation begins is considered DAY 0.

Veterinary Health Certificate for Pet Birds-Option 3 - March 2024

Instructions for completing the Health Certificate for Option 3 .

This requires making arrangements in advance for the pet bird to be quarantined for 30 days in an approved facility in the UK upon arrival in the UK.

Veterinary Health Certificate for Pet Birds-Option 4 - March 2024

Instructions for completing the Health Certificate for Option 4 .

For pet travel requirements not listed, APHIS has not been officially informed by the foreign country about the requirements for your pet’s travel. We recommend that you contact a government official of the country you are traveling to for more information.

Country of Destination Contact Information

World Organisation for Animal Health: Members

U.S. Department of State: Foreign Embassies and Consulates

Countries Participating in the European Union

Austria Belgium Bulgaria Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Estonia

Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Republic of Ireland Italy Latvia

Lithuania Luxembourg Malta Netherlands Northern Ireland * Norway ** Poland Portugal

Romania Slovakia Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland **

* Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom (UK), but will continue to follow European Union (EU) requirements even though the UK is no longer part of the EU. ** Norway and Switzerland are not part of the EU but have adopted EU legislation for import of most species of live animals.

Important Travel Considerations

Considerations for airline travel and cruises:.

Airlines and shipping lines have their own policies and requirements for transporting pets. Check with your airline or shipping representative to determine what requirements they may have.

Learn how you can improve the safety of dogs and cats during air travel.

View additional information for pet owners, airlines, and others about APHIS endorsement of international health certificates .

If pets or support animals accompany you on a cruise, you must comply with entry rules for every country or port where your pet or support animal exits the ship.

Will you be returning to the United States with your pet?

View the Requirements ALERT: Read the CDC Notice of Temporary Suspension of Dogs Entering the United States From Countries Classified as High Risk for Dog Rabies .

If you are transiting (passing through) the European Union:

If your pet is traveling through (transiting) a country in the European Union (EU) on the way to a third, non-EU country, you will also need a transit health certificate for your pet for the EU. The transit health certificate will be the same as if your pet’s final destination was the EU country. Use the information and steps above under “Travel Requirements Based on Pet Type” to determine which health certificate should be used. View a list of EU countries .

Read an overview of the process for taking your pet to another country and related resources.

View frequently asked questions about traveling with your pet.

Still Have Questions?

USDA-Accredited Veterinarians

Contact a USDA-accredited veterinarian for questions about your destination country's entry requirements for pets (including any needed vaccinations, tests, or treatments) and for issuance of health certificates. Find a USDA-Accredited Veterinarian

USDA Endorsement Offices

Contact your nearest APHIS Veterinary Export Trade Services Endorsement Office for questions about endorsing a health certificate for pets.

Looking for Another Country?

Find your destination country requirements by using the dropdown menu below. If your country is not listed in the menu, visit Pet Travel: Unknown Requirements .

Travelling with Pets

Animal Health, Welfare and Trade
Identification, registration and movement

When travelling with your pet dog, cat or ferret, the rules you must follow depend on the country you are going to or coming from and the purpose of your travel.

Last updated on 17 June 2024

Pet Travel Scheme (PETS)

Regulation (EU) 576/2013 details the documentary, health and compliance check requirements for the non-commercial movement of pet dogs (including assistance dogs), cats and ferrets between and into EU Member States (MS) including Northern Ireland (NI) to avoid the quarantining of animals.

‘Non-commercial movement’ means any movement which does not have at its aim either the sale of or the transfer of ownership of a pet animal.

The EU Pet Travel Regulation covers the movement of up to five pets with their owners, where the owner travels with or within 5 days of the pet(s). An authorised person may travel with the pet(s) on behalf of the owner, subject to authorisation in writing from the owner.

If the non-commercial movement is for more than five pets and for the purpose of going to shows, competitions or training events please see below.

If the movement is a commercial movement, see here

Pet Travel since 1 January 2021 from Great Britain

Since 1 January 2021, Great Britain (GB) has become a ‘Part II Listed’ Third Country, for the purposes of pet travel and is therefore no longer a member of the EU Pet Travel Scheme.

This change in GB country status means there are additional documentary requirements, health preparations and checks for travelling with a pet from GB to NI, including rabies vaccination and an EU pet passport for NI travellers or an EU Health Certificate for GB travellers.

Following further negotiations on the NI Protocol, the United Kingdom (UK) Government and the EU have agreed the Windsor Framework, which includes changes to pet travel requirements for GB pet owners travelling with their pets to NI. Work is underway to establish these new operational arrangements and guidance will be updated in due course, ensuring sufficient time to prepare for any changes. Further details on the Windsor Framework can be found here .

Until further notice, all current requirements for the non-commercial movements of pets (dogs, cats and ferrets) as set out below in relation to the country you are travelling from continue to apply.

Requirements/Preparations for Pet Travel

The requirements for travel to EU Member States (including NI) with your pet depends on the country you are travelling from.

The category your country falls into will determine the preparations you need to make for your pet to travel. Details for each category are set out below:

Category 1 - Travelling within EU Member States (including NI) or Travelling from a Part 1 listed country to an EU Member State (including NI)

A list of EU Member States can be found here and a list of Part 1 countries can be found here

A pet need:

a microchip,
a rabies vaccination administered by an authorised vet. The animal must be microchipped, and the chip checked and verified prior to the vaccine being administered, and the pet must be at least 12 weeks old at the date the vaccine is administered,
to wait before travelling until the appropriate immunity (as stated by the datasheet of the vaccination being administered has developed., This must be at least 21 days after the primary vaccination is given. If the datasheet of the vaccination used says that immunity is not present until day 30 after vaccination, then you must wait 30 days before travel and your vet should record the appropriate date the vaccination is valid from in the passport / EU Health Certificate. (This wait does not apply to an annual or 3 yearly booster vaccination, provided the booster is administered before the original vaccination expires),
a valid EU issued pet passport or an EU Health Certificate (valid for 10 days from date of issue for entry into an EU Member State (including NI) and for 4 months onward travel within the EU),
tapeworm treatment for dogs if you’re travelling directly to Finland, Ireland, NI, Norway or Malta,
Check with your transport company, as they may require a statement from a vet confirming your pet is fit to travel.

Category 2 - Travelling from a Part 2 listed country (including GB) to an EU Member State (including NI)

A list of part 2 listed countries can be found at here

A pet needs:

to wait before travelling until the appropriate immunity (as stated by the datasheet of the vaccination being administered has developed, this must be at least 21 days after the primary vaccination is given. If the datasheet of the vaccination used says that immunity is not present until day 30 after vaccination, then you must wait 30 days before travel and your vet must record the appropriate date the vaccination is valid from in the passport / EU Health Certificate. (This wait does not apply to an annual or 3 yearly booster vaccination, provided the booster is administered before the original vaccination expires),
a single use EU Health Certificate confirming microchip and vaccinations (valid for 10 days from the date of issue for entry into an EU Member State (including NI) and for 4 months onward travel within the EU,
tapeworm treatment for dogs if you’re travelling directly to Finland, Ireland, NI, Norway or Malta,
to enter EU (including NI) through a Travellers’ Point of Entry ,
Check with your transport company as they may require a statement from a vet confirming your pet is fit to travel.

Category 3 -Travelling from an unlisted country into an EU Member State (including NI) An unlisted country is any country not included in the list of EU, Part 1 or Part 2 listed countries.

a microchip
a rabies vaccination which must be administered by an authorised vet and the chip checked and verified prior to the vaccine being administered, and the pet must the pet must be at least 12 weeks old at the date the vaccine is administered.
a blood test taken at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination and the blood test must show the vaccination was successful. (the date of the vaccination counts as day zero not day 1)
a single use EU Health Certificate confirming microchip and vaccinations (valid for 10 days from the date of issue for entry into an EU Member State (including NI) and for 4 months onward travel within the EU.
tapeworm treatment for dogs if you’re travelling directly to Finland, Ireland, NI, Norway or Malta
to wait 3 calendar months after the blood test shows the vaccination was successful before travelling.
to enter EU (including NI) through a Travellers’ Point of Entry
Check with your transport company as they may require a statement from a vet confirming your pet is fit to travel.

(You don’t have to wait 3 months if your pet was vaccinated, blood tested and given a pet passport in the EU (including NI) before travelling to an unlisted country)

Please note if you are travelling to NI by air you must contact DAERA for further information at [email protected] .

Travelling from NI to GB but NOT returning to NI

If travelling from NI to GB with your pet and not returning to NI, there are no documentary or health preparation requirements. However, there is a legal requirement that dogs are microchipped at 8 weeks old.

Travelling from NI to the Republic of Ireland (ROI)

There is no change to the requirements for travelling between NI and ROI. You should follow the guidance regarding Category 1 countries – travelling within EU Member States.

Going to shows, competitions or training for an event

If you are travelling to a show in NI or returning to NI from a show or a competition or training event you need to meet the requirements above for the category of country, you are travelling from.

In addition, if you are travelling to shows, competitions or training with six or more pets from any country, including GB, you must complete the Declaration in the link below “Pets Declaration for Events in NI.

You must make the completed declaration available to a DAERA Portal Inspector upon arrival in NI.

Pets Declaration for Events in NI

Guide dogs and other assistance dogs.

The rules for assistance dogs travelling under the EU pet travel scheme are the same as for other dogs.
Assistance dogs must meet all the requirements of the Pet Travel Scheme or may be subject to quarantine on arrival into NI.
Assistance Pets may be permitted to travel in the aircraft cabin with their owner with carriers registered to carry assistance dogs and on approved routes. This may apply to other means of transport also.
You are advised to contact your travel operator in advance of your journey to ensure you are prepared and aware of all their requirements.
The Guide Dogs Association has advice about taking assistance dogs abroad.

At present, there are no routine physical or documentary checks on the non-commercial movement of UK resident pet dogs, cats and ferrets travelling with their owners or authorised person between GB and NI. However, officials reserve the right to undertake checks should there be a suspicion of illegal activity or welfare concerns.

Routine compliance checks upon entry into NI continue to be required for

Pets originating from outside GB or EU travelling to NI.
Pets travelling from GB to EU Member States via NI

Where routine checks are required, you must report to the NI Traveller’s Point of Entry (TPE) upon arrival in NI and present your pet to DAERA officials for documentary and identity checks. Where you intend to travel onwards from NI, you must present the Pet Passport or Health Certificate to DAERA Officials upon entry in NI. It is advised to contact the TPE in advance of arrival.

In accordance with the EU pet regulation 576/2013 if you don’t have the correct documents or your pet hasn’t been properly prepared it may be detained and sent back to the country it travelled from. You must pay the costs for this.

The NI Traveller’s Point of Entry are:

Belfast Port – contact [email protected]

Larne Port – contact [email protected]

Belfast International Airport, Belfast City Airport and City of Derry Airport can be contacted at [email protected]

Movement of pets from NI to outside the EU

Before travelling, it is recommended that you contact the competent authority of the country of destination as there may be additional requirements to those listed about that have to be met.

If you need to apply for an export health certificate instructions can be found at the link below:

Pets Exports

Getting a pet passport

Since 1 January 2021, UK style EU Pet Passports issued in GB or NI up to 31 December 2020 are no longer valid. However, as NI remains part of the EU pet travel scheme, NI travellers can obtain a valid EU pet passport in NI to use as an alternative to an EU Health Certificate.

You can obtain a pet passport directly from one of the veterinary practices participating in the pet travel scheme. See link below for details:

List of Practices participating in the Pet Passport Scheme

Further details on how to complete a passport can be found here

Pets that have entered NI on a Health Certificate

If you travel with an EU health certificate (EHC) rather than an EU pet passport, you should report to the travellers’ point of entry at time of arrival in NI, to have the EHC endorsed by Portal Officials, which will allow you to use the EHC for 4 months onwards travel into the EU.

Without this endorsement, the EHC will not be valid for onwards travel to the EU.

Welfare of Animals

When travelling with an animal irrespective of number of animals you are travelling with, you must meet the welfare requirements laid down in 'The Welfare of Animals (Transport) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2006 as amended'. Further guidance and information regarding animal welfare during transport can be found here .

Microchipping

Prior to the rabies vaccination, the pet animal (dog, cat or ferret) must be marked by the implantation of a microchip (see technical specifications in Annex II to Regulation (EU) No 576/2013 )

You must bring your own microchip reader when you travel if your pet’s microchip doesn’t meet ISO standards.

You don’t need to have your pet microchipped if it has been tattooed with an identification number and all of the following are true:

your pet was tattooed before 3 July 2011
the tattoo is clearly legible.
your pet was vaccinated against rabies after it was tattooed.

Your vet must record the date of tattooing, the tattoo number and the date of the rabies vaccination in the pet passport or official health certificate.

Tapeworm treatment (dogs only)

See guidance here

Movements for other types of pets

If travelling with other pets such as, reptiles, birds , rodents, rabbits please contact [email protected] for further advice and guidance. See also other animal species movements from GB to NI here

The EU Pet Travel Scheme: How to Complete Pet Passports

ISSUING A PET PASSPORT
WHO CAN ISSUE A PET PASSPORT
Change of owner/address
II: DESCRIPTION OF ANIMAL
Date of application or reading of the transponder
Location of transponder
IV: ISSUING OF THE PASSPORT
Manufacturer, Name of Vaccine and Batch number
Vaccination Date/Valid From/Valid Until
Authorised Veterinarian
Old style pet passports
Booster vaccinations
Administering rabies vaccines with other medications
Section VIII: Other Anti-Parasite Treatments
Section IX: Other Vaccinations
Section X: Clinical Examination
Section XI: Legalisation
Section XII: Others
Record keeping
Full Passports
Lost or stolen passports
Young animals
Vet certifying own pet
Failed microchips
Two microchips present
Intermittent microchips
Requesting further supplies of pet passports
Amendments/Corrections

The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) allows pet dogs, cats and ferrets to enter the UK without quarantine, as long as they meet the conditions of the scheme. UK pet owners can also take their dogs, cats and ferrets abroad and bring them back into the UK without the need for quarantine, provided their pets meet the conditions of the scheme. The general requirements for exports from the UK to EU countries are: • Microchip (or legible tattoo imprinted prior to 3 July 2011) • Rabies vaccination (pet must be at least 12 weeks of age) • 21 day wait before being eligible to travel to other EU countries • Pet passport. See https://www.gov.uk/take-pet-abroad for further details.

ISSUING A PET PASSPORT #

A passport can be issued for an animal that has been microchipped and vaccinated against rabies. If an animal is going to re-enter the UK from an unlisted Third Country, it must also pass a serology test for rabies. A passport can also be issued for an animal accompanied by a Third Country certificate which has been issued in a nonEU country. The animal must be microchipped and have a current rabies vaccination (and have been blood tested, in the case of an unlisted Third Country). The Third Country certificate is valid for up to four months’ further movement within the EU after entry.

WHO CAN ISSUE A PET PASSPORT #

Where required, the passport should be stamped and signed by an Official Veterinarian (OV) (OCQ(V)CA or SX). Other sections of the passport may be completed, signed and stamped on the basis of evidence of procedures carried out by any registered veterinary surgeon. This evidence may be in the form of: • a completed EU pet passport issued by another authorised veterinarian • a record or certificate of current rabies vaccination which bears the microchip/tattoo number of the animal, from any registered veterinarian • a blood test result provided by a recognised laboratory showing a test result indicating a rabies antibody titre of equal to or greater than 0.5 IU/ml. This document must also bear the animal’s microchip/tattoo number and date of rabies vaccination carried out prior to blood sampling. OVs in the UK can also enter details, such as rabies vaccination boosters or of tapeworm treatment (if appropriate), in a passport issued in another EU country. The pet passport can be completed in any colour ink.

I: OWNER DETAILS #

The first name(s), surname and full address of the person to whom the passport is first issued should be entered in Part 1 of this page. The owner must sign in this section of the passport. • The owner named in the passport must be aged over 16.

Change of owner/address #

If the owner of the animal reports a change of address to a veterinary practice, the details of the new address along with the owner’s name should be entered in the next available section and again have an owner signature. If there is a subsequent change of ownership, the client can enter the details in the next section and sign. Joint ownership The EU Regulation is purposefully designed with one owner in mind and never makes reference to more than one owner. However, pet owners may authorise another person in writing to accompany the pet if they aren’t able to travel. Authorised person The pet owner named in Section I may give written authorisation to another person to travel with their pet. This authorisation does not need to follow any particular format, but should contain the details of the owner, the details of the authorised person, and the pet details i.e. microchip number etc. Non-permanent or correspondence addresses There is no requirement for an owner to have a permanent residential address in order to be issued with a pet passport. The passport can be issued with a correspondence address recorded in Section I.

II: DESCRIPTION OF ANIMAL #

Insertion of a photograph of the animal is optional, and at the owner’s expense. The owner is responsible for affixing the photograph to the passport. The borders of the photograph must remain within the marked area and not obscure any other part of this page. • Parts 1-7 can be completed by practice support staff or a veterinarian. • The entry for species must be either dog, cat or ferret. • The date of birth entry may contain the animal’s full date of birth, month and year of birth, or just year of birth, as stated by the owner. If the date of birth is not known, an approximate date may be entered.

III: MARKING OF ANIMAL #

Can be completed by practice support staff or a veterinarian. The microchip/transponder must be scanned and read before any entry is made in this section.

Date of application or reading of the transponder #

The date of application or reading must not postdate any compulsory vaccination or treatment. The entry should be in the format dd/mm/yyyy. This section must not be left blank. Do not enter ‘not known’. • If a microchip has been implanted and can be read, but the exact date of microchipping is not known, enter the date of the reading. The appropriate deletion should be made to show which date is being declared. • Where certifying this information on the basis of evidence provided by another veterinary surgeon, ensure that this date does not postdate any compulsory vaccination or treatment.

Location of transponder #

Insert location of microchip as indicated by passing the reader over the animal.

Tattooing #

Tattoos are not acceptable as a means of identification, unless administered before 3 July 2011. If an inspection of the animal reveals a clearly legible tattoo number, this can be entered in this section.

Lamination #

Once this section is completed, the page must be laminated using the laminate sheet provided. If a mistake is identified after the lamination is sealed, a new passport will need to be issued.

IV: ISSUING OF THE PASSPORT #

The passport is issued when Sections I, II, III and IV are completed.
This page must be completed by an OV and the OV stamp used.
The address and telephone number should be that of the practice where the passport is issued.
OVs should enter their practice email address in this section where possible, although locum OVs may enter a private email address.

V: VACCINATION AGAINST RABIES #

This page must be completed by an OV.
Before any entry is made in any part of this section, the animal’s microchip number must be read and verified against the entry in section III of the passport. Details of the current rabies vaccination must be recorded in the passport.
An approved inactivated rabies vaccine or recombinant vaccine must be used and administered in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer.

Manufacturer, Name of Vaccine and Batch number #

Where possible, the sticker supplied with each dose of vaccine should be inserted in this box. If the sticker does not provide all the required information, please enter any missing information immediately below or adjacent to the sticker. Where a sticker is not available, the required information may be entered by hand. There are additional lamination sheets included in the passport which are ‘kiss-cut’, and individual sections must be removed and placed over the vaccination sticker for each entry.

Vaccination Date/Valid From/Valid Until #

If an animal is already vaccinated, the date of vaccination can be entered on the basis of practice records or suitable supporting evidence, which must show the animal’s microchip number. A ‘valid from’ date should be entered for the first recorded vaccine. This date is the 21st day after the first vaccination, where the day of vaccination is day 0. Booster vaccinations given within the validity period of the previous vaccine do not need an entry in the ‘valid from’ field.

The ‘valid until’ date is the date when the next booster is due, and should where possible be based on the information in the manufacturer’s datasheet. If this is not available, valid until dates can be entered on the basis of practice records or suitable supporting evidence, which must show the animal’s microchip number. The valid until date will be one to three calendar years after the vaccination date, depending on the validity period of the vaccine used e.g. vaccination date 01/01/2016, valid until 01/01/2019.

Authorised Veterinarian #

In new style pet passports, the OV stamp must not be used in this section. The OV should sign in this section and must enter their name, address, telephone number and SP number. A stamp with these details can be used.

Old style pet passports #

Old style pet passports (issued prior to December 2014) are valid for travel until all of the treatment spaces are filled. Rabies vaccinations can be added to old style pet passports, even if there has been a break in vaccine cover. As old style pet passports do not have a box for the ‘valid from’ date, this information does not need to be included. The vaccine sticker does not need to be laminated.

A signature and SP stamp must be added to the ‘authorised veterinarian’ box in old style pet passports.

Booster vaccinations #

After a pet has been vaccinated, it will need regular booster vaccinations in accordance with the manufacturer’s datasheet. These must be given by the ‘Valid until’ date. If this date is missed the animal will not meet the conditions of the scheme and will have to be re-vaccinated. The animal will be eligible to travel 21 days after the vaccination. If a booster has been missed since a blood test was carried out, the blood test will no longer be valid and the pet must be revaccinated and a further blood test performed at least 30 days after vaccination (if returning from an unlisted country).

Administering rabies vaccines with other medications #

In order to be able to certify a vaccination for pet travel, it must comply with the datasheet. If the datasheet indicates that the vaccine would not be effective when mixed with other drugs/vaccines or might otherwise not be protective (e.g. in immunocompromised animals), OVs must seek advice from the vaccine manufacturer. OVs should only certify a rabies vaccination if the manufacturer can confirm that the animal will be protected in the proposed circumstances.

VII: ANTI-ECHINOCOCCUS TREATMENT #

Before any entry is made in this section, the animal’s microchip number must be read and verified against the entry in section III of the passport.
• Before entering or re-entering the UK, a dog must be treated by a qualified veterinarian against the tapeworm Echinococcus multilocularis. The treatment must be carried out not less than 24 hours and not more than 120 hours before the pet is landed in the UK (unless travelling directly from Finland, Ireland, Malta or Norway).
• Dogs leaving the UK on short trips will need to have this treatment administered prior to departure from the UK. This is so the timing requirement described above can be satisfied.

Treatment #

The tapeworm treatment must contain praziquantel, or be a treatment proven to be effective against Echinoccocus multilocularis. It must be administered in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Completion #

The product details should be entered in the box marked ‘Manufacturer and name of product’. The date and time of treatment should be entered in the boxes marked ‘Date/Time’. Please enter the date in dd/mm/yyyy format. For the time, enter using 24-hour clock, e.g. 15:30.

If the veterinarian administering treatment is an OV, their stamp must be entered in the box marked ‘veterinarian’. If the veterinarian administering treatment is not an OV, the practice stamp must be entered in the box. In both cases, the administering veterinarian must also sign in the box.

SECTIONS VIII, IX, X, XI AND XI #

Section viii: other anti-parasite treatments #.

Tick treatment in any pet – and tapeworm treatment in cats – is no longer mandatory. It is however recommended that additional attention is paid to these conditions for animals which travel under the Pet Travel Scheme. The use of this section is optional.

Section IX: Other Vaccinations #

It is not mandatory to complete this section. It may need to be completed if it is decided in the future that the passport can be accepted as an export document to enter a non-EU country. However, veterinarians may enter details of vaccinations administered to the animal, other than against rabies, in this section.

Section X: Clinical Examination #

Whilst the entry for clinical examination is not required for the movement of dogs and cats to other EU countries, some transport companies may still require owners to produce evidence of an animal’s fitness to travel. OVs may, therefore, complete section X of the passport if they wish to do so. The OV should sign in this section and must enter name, address, telephone number and SP number. A stamp with these details can be used. The SP stamp must not be used in the signature field.

Section XI: Legalisation #

This section is not required to be completed at this time. It may need to be completed if it is decided in the future that the passport can be accepted as an export document to enter a non-EU country.

Section XII: Others #

This section should normally be left blank unless there are special circumstances or conditions that need to be recorded in relation to the passport. See section VI above in relation to missed rabies boosters.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMAT ION #

Record keeping #.

Once a passport has been issued, we recommend that you take a photocopy/scan of the passport pages covering passport number, identification, vaccination and serology and retain them for reference. It is mandatory to retain these records for at least three years. The required records to be kept are:

the passport number
the location and number of transponder or tattoo, and the date of application or reading of that number
pet’s name, species, breed, sex, colour, date of birth as stated by owner, and any other notable characteristics
name and contact information of the owner.

Full Passports #

If the clinical examination section is full, OVs can use the following statement if issuing a letter to a client regarding an animal’s fitness to travel: “On (date), I examined the animal described in UK pet passport serial no (number) and found it to be free from clinical signs of infectious or contagious disease, including external parasites, and in my opinion, is fit for travel”. If an essential section has become filled, (rabies vaccinations or tapeworm treatment), a new passport must be issued. If the need for a replacement is specifically due to the tapeworm treatment section being full (e.g. a frequent traveller), a second passport may be issued for the dog, in which only sections I-IV are completed. There is no requirement to add previous rabies vaccination details to the second passport but both passports must always be presented for checks to verify the validity of the rabies vaccine entries in the new passport. Where a second passport is issued, it is recommended that the date of reading of the microchip/tattoo should be the date as noted in the first passport. Where there is any issue or doubt with this date, it is permissible for the OV to use the current date that they themselves check the microchip/tattoo and issue the second passport. In this scenario so long as both passports are carried for travel, the animal will be seen to be compliant.

Lost or stolen passports #

If a passport is lost or stolen, it can be replaced on evidence of the animal’s vaccination record and blood test result (if applicable); both of which must show the animal’s microchip number. Details of the lost or stolen passport, including its serial number, country and date of issue (if known) and should be recorded on the Pet Passport Control Sheet.

Young animals #

The EU Regulation requires pets to be at least 12 weeks old when vaccinated. This means that no pet can enter the UK unless they are 15 weeks old (12 weeks + 21 day wait). The UK does not permit the entry of young unvaccinated pets. Some EU Member States may accept dogs and cats under 12 weeks of age which have not been vaccinated against rabies, but are accompanied by a pet passport. In such cases it is possible to issue a passport without vaccinating the animal. There must be written evidence to support this.

Vet certifying own pet #

The RCVS Principles of Certification state that “Veterinarians should not issue a certificate which might raise questions of a possible conflict of interest e.g. in relation to their own animals”. On the basis of this, it is advised that treatment/certification to meet PETS requirements should be carried out by a qualified veterinarian who is not the owner of the pet.

Failed microchips #

In the event that the original microchip is unable to be scanned and read, the pet must be re-chipped. If the pet has been previously prepared for travel, then it must be re-prepared in accordance with pet travel rules and a new pet passport issued. A note should be added in Section XII of the passport, advising that there is another microchip present that cannot be scanned and read. This is in case the fault is intermittent and the failing chip is picked up at the port on entry to the UK.

Two microchips present #

In the event that an animal has two microchips, a passport should be issued with both microchip numbers recorded in Section III. Both entries must be covered by the lamination. OVs should add a statement to Section XII of the passport that advises of the existence of another microchip. This statement may only be provided having read both microchips, and should state the following (or similar): “On (date) I scanned and read microchip number (number associated with PETS preparations). On the same occasion, I also successfully scanned and read microchip number (second microchip number).” This statement should be signed and stamped by the OV.

Intermittent microchips #

Should a pet have an intermittent (i.e. occasionally readable) microchip, the vet must firstly obtain a reading of the intermittent microchip. Having gained a reading, the vet may then insert a new microchip. This chip should be scanned both before and after insertion to ensure functionality. A new passport should be issued with both microchip numbers recorded in Section III and both entries must be covered by the lamination. The vet must then add a comment in the ‘Others’ section of the passport, stating: “On (date) I scanned and read microchip number (intermittent chip number). Having gained a reading, I then inserted chip number (new chip number) on the same day, and in accordance with Defra requirements.” This statement should be signed and stamped by the vet. When travelling, pet owners should advise portal staff to check the ‘Others’ section, in order that they can be assured a new microchip has been inserted to requirements.

Requesting further supplies of pet passports #

When further supplies of pet passports are required, the completed Control Sheet should be emailed to [email protected] . The control sheet must provide evidence that at least 15 of the previously received passports have been used. A further batch will not be forwarded without first receiving this evidence.

Amendments/Corrections #

Spoiled passports should be cancelled by cutting off the top right hand corner of the passport. Cancelled passports should be returned to the owner, or destroyed. When a passport becomes full, it should be cancelled as above and returned to the owner. Any amendments to the passport must be made by the OV by drawing a single line over the incorrect entry. The correct information must be written legibly above the deleted entry and then initialled and stamped by the OV with the official stamp. The use of correction fluid is not permitted. If an error is made in the date of rabies vaccination or the expiry date of that vaccine (Section V of the passport), the whole entry for that vaccination should be deleted and initialled and stamped. A new entry for that vaccination should be entered in the next line in that section of the passport.

Source: Animal & Plant Health Agency

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You can only use these carriers and routes approved by the Animal and Plant Health Agency to bring your pet to England or Scotland. There are no approved routes to Wales.

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Changed London Heathrow (HARC) to London Heathrow (Animal Aircare) for the following airlines: Aer Lingus, Air India, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, EL Al Israel Airlines, Iberia, Iberia Express and Lufthansa

Added China Airlines Ltd to the list of commercial airlines you can use for pet travel.

We've updated the list of airlines and airports you can use for pet travel.

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The list of airlines and airports you can use for pet travel has been updated.

Gestair Aviation Malta has been removed from the commercial list as it should only come under charter airlines.

Added Norse Atlantic Airways AS and Norse Atlantic UK Ltd to the list of commercial airlines you can use for pet travel.

Updated instances of 'London Heathrow' to 'London Heathrow (HARC)' - Heathrow Animal Reception Centre.

Updated the list of charter airlines and airports.

Removed Doncaster Sheffield airport from list of airlines and airports as the airport has ceased handling pets ahead of its closure.

Updated list of airlines and airports you can use for pet travel.

Updated the 'To - airport' for Volkswagen Air Service, Harmony Jets and Flexflight. Added Blue Air Aviation SA to the commercial airlines table.

Updated list of airlines and airports you can use for pet travel

Updated the list of airlines and airports approved by APHA.

We have updated the list of airlines and airports approved by APHA.

Updated MHS Aviation's record in the pet airline and airport list.

Updated Elangeni GmBH record in the airline and airports list.

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We have updated the list of approved airlines and airports.

Updated the lists of the transport companies and routes approved by APHA that you can use to bring your pet cat, dog or ferret to England, Scotland or Wales.

Updated the list of airlines and airports approved for pet travel.

Updated list of airports for United Eagle, EJME Portugal and Goldeck-Flug GmbH

Updated list of airlines and airports approved by the Animal and Plant Health Agency to bring your pet to England or Scotland.

Updated lists of carriers and routes approved by the Animal and Plant Health Agency to bring your pet to England or Scotland.

Removed Genel Havalik from the approved list of airlines for pet travel.

Updated list of APHA approved airlines and airports for pet travel.

Updated airlines approved for pet travel list

Updated list of approved charter airlines: ADM Aviation, Airgo Private Airline, Astonjet, Bartolini Air, Castle Air Ltd, DC Aviation Ltd, DC Aviation GmbH, Excellent Air, Glock Aviation, Initium Aviation, Jet Linx Aviation, Jet Service NL, PHS Aviation, Porsche Air Service GmbH, Saxonair Charter Ltd, Svenskt Industriflyg AB, Taespejo Portugal, Vistajet Ltd

Updated the list of airports you can use for pet travel.

Updated list of approved charter airlines.

Updated the list of airlines that can bring pets into the UK and removed sea route from Zeebrugge to Hull by P & O ferries.

Updated airlines and airports approved from pet travel list.

Updated list of approved airlines and airports list.

Updated the approved airline and airport list.

Updated approved airlines and airport list

Updated pet travel: airlines and airports you can use list.

Updated charter list

Updates to ADM Aviation, Excellent Air and Royal Air AB.

Updates to Sunset Aviation, Flying Group Luxemburg S.A., Presidential Aviation Inc, West Atlantic Aviation UK, Alto Aerospace, Flying Service N.V., Grafair Flight Management, Air Malta

Update to Naljets (removed) and FAI rent-a-jet AG.

Updates to Catreus AOC, Qatar Executive and PAD Aviation.

Update to Commercial Airlines: Flybe, Thomas Cook, Astraeus Airlines, Mexicana Airlines, IEG, Adria Airway, British Airways and TUI Airways.

Updates to: GlobeAir, Zenith Aviation, Aliserio, Jet Service NL, Taespejo Portugal, Flexjet Operations, United Eagle, PAD Aviation and Alpha Aviation.

Updates to: Jet Service NL, Super Legacy, Flexjet Operations Ltd, ADM Aviation, Eatis SAS, Svenskt-industriflyg, Synergy Aviation, PAD Aviation, Alpha Aviation, Star Wings, Flexjet, Alto Aerospace, Lufthansa and Qatar Executive.

Update to: Firma Fair Air, Baden Aircraft Operations, CFB Aircraft and Ball Corporation.

Updates to: Exxaero BV Netherlands, Qatar Executive, ADM Aviation, I Walk and Air Rutter.

Update to PAD Aviation, Air CM Global, Fort Aero, Talon Air, Ineos Aviation and ProAir Aviation.

Updated: RVL Group, PAD Aviation, AFS Alpine Flightservice, Black Eagle Havacilik, Pink Sparrow, Qatar Executive, Eatis SAS, Jetfly Aviation SA, and Quick Air Jet Charter.

Update to: United States Air Force, Acass San Marino SRL, PAD Aviation, Gama Aviation and Flightworks Inc.

Updates to Black Eagle Havacilik, Regency Jet Centre and Exxaero.

Updates to: SriLankan Airlines, Avcon Jet, Titan Airways, Pink Sparrow, Qatar Exrcutive, Metrojet, Executive Jet Management, Twinjet, Prime Jet and Air CM Global.

Minor updates to: Aliserio, Taespejo Portugal, Saxonair, 2Excel Aviation, Pink Sparrow and Ortac.

Update to: CTR Atmospherica Aviation, Air X Charter (Germany), Air X Charter, Pontair Ltd and Air Charter Scotland.

Minor change to: Regency Jet Ltd and Transavia

Minor update to: Netjets Transportes Aereos, Acass San Marino, H-Bird Aviation, Royalair AB and Acass Canada.

Updates to: Synergy Aviation Ltd, Valljet, Acass Ireland Ltd, Voluxis, Catreus AOC Ltd and Royalair AB.

Change to: Flexflight APS, Regency Jet Centre, Jet Concierge Club, Catreus, Acass Ireland Ltd and Sonas Aviation.

Updates to: Royalair AB, Rwandair, Goldeck Flug Gesellshaft, ACP Jet Charter, IX Air, Silver Cloud, Air Bohemia, Interflight Air Charter, Elitavia D.O.O, Elitavia Malta, Infinity Aviation, Worldwide Jet Charter, Sonas Aviation, Fort Aero, Luxaviation Germany, North Central Air Charter, Fort Aero AS, RVL Group, Aliserio and JetBee Czech.

Updated entries for: 2Excel Aviation Ltd and Regency Jet Centre.

Minor change to: Luxaviation Germany, Initium Aviation, Ortac (AOC) Ltd, Fort Aero, Alto Aerospace, Smart Jet, 2 Excel Broadsword and Jung Sky.

Updated entries for Taespejo Portugal, Luxaviation Germany, Hyperion Aviation, Deer Jet (Beijing), Voluxis, Sonas Aviation, Silver Cloud Air and Flexjet.

Minor update to: Jet Exchange Ltd, Hyperion Aviation, Jota Aviation, Alto Aerospace, Silver Cloud Air, Ejme, Netjets Aviation and Netjets Transportes.

Updated entries for North Central Air Charter, Elite Jet, Elitavia San Marino, Vistajet, Flairjet, Sovereign Business Jets, Taespejo, Headstart Aviation, Silver Cloud, RVL Group, Laudamotion, Sky X Airways, Sonas Aviation and Alto Aerospace Ltd.

Minor change to: Fort Aero, RVL Group, Flexjet Aviation, Exxaero (Netherlands), Initium Aviation, Exxaero (Germany), DBT Transportes, DBT Transportes Aereos (DB Aviation), Regency Jet Ltd and Taespejo

Changes to: Netjets Aviation, RVL Group, European Flight Service, Flying Service, Saxonair Charter, European Flight Service (Ravenair), Flying Group Lux SA, Blackbird Air, Premium Aviation and EJME (Portugal)

Minor change to Hyperion Aviation, Regency Jet, Sirio, Jet Linx Aviation, Gama Aviation, Initium Aviation, Flying Group Luxembourg and European Flight Service.

Minor changes to: Exxaero (Germany), Exxaero (Netherlands), ASL NV, Jetbee Czech, Bairline, Regency Jet, Jet Stream and Time Air.

Updated entries for Initium Aviation, Air Taxi and Charter International, Clipper National Air, OHL Air Chaterflug and Regency Jet Ltd.

Updated entries for Hyperion Aviation, Jetbee Czech, Meridian Air Company, Initium Aviation, Saxonair Charter, Sirio, Regency Jet Ltd, Netjets Aviation and Evolem Aviation.

Updated entries for Luxaviation UK, Air Hamburg, Avionord, Centreline, Exxaero (Netherlands), Exxaero (Germany), Flying Group Lux, Flying Service, Globeair, Hyperion Aviation, Aeroways and JetBee Czech.

Updated entries for Aeroways, Flying Service, Flying Group Lux, Capital Air Charter – Now Capital Air Ambulance, Air Alsie, Blackbird Air, Netjets Transportes Aereos, Netjets Aviation, Air Taxi and Charter International, Hyperion Aviation, Exxaero (Netherlands) and Exxaero (Germany).

Added entries for Exxaero Netherlands and Exxaero Germany.

Updated entries for Excellent Air, DBT Transportes Aereos Ltd, Albinati Aviation Ltd, Flying Group Luxemburg S.A, Flying Service N.V., Air Charter Scotland, Air Hamburg, Initium Aviation, Air Charter Scotland, Gama Aviation, NetJets Transportes Aereos SA, EJME Aircraft Management, Jet Service NL B.V., Air CM Global Ltd and Aeroways.

Updated entries for Aeroways GmbH, Initium Aviation, Air Swisslion RD, Sky X Airways, Netjets Aviation (US), EJME (Portugal) Aircraft Mgment, Netjets Transportes Aereos SA, Pool Aviation, DC Aviation GMBH, DC Aviation Ltd, Air Alsie A/S, Premier Private Jet, Madjet Transportes Aereos, S.A, Sky X Airways, K5 Aviation, Jet Service NL.BV, Meridian Air Charter, Omni Aviation, Flying Service N.V., Copenhagen Air Taxi A/S, Windsor Media Inc, Lyon Aviation, EJME Aircraft Management, NetJets Aviation Inc, NetJets Transportes Aereos SA and SaxonAir Charter Ltd.

Minor change to: Jet Service NL B.V. Farnborough, Initium Aviation Doncaster Sheffield, Silver Cloud Air Glasgow, Omni Avviac ao e Technologia Glasgow, Gama Aviation Glasgow, Air Jet Sul London Gatwick

Minor changes to: Grafair London Stansted, Private Wings Leeds Bradford, Air Jet Sul Gloucestershire, Liverpool, London Ashford, Manchester, Sylt Air Manchester, Flying Service Liverpool, London Gatwick, Oxford, Flying Group Lux Liverpool, London Gatwick, Oxford, Initium Aviation London Biggin Hill, Sky X Airways Cambridge, Farnborough, London Biggin Hill, Jet Service NL B.V. Cambridge, Liverpool, Swan Aviation & Tourism Inc Farnborough, Dasnair SA Farnborough, Pro Jet GmbH Glasgow.

Made changes to: Pro Jet GmbH, Removed Estonian Air, TUI (formerly Thomsonfly and Thomson Airways), Removed Air Medical Ltd, Flairjet, Star Wings Dortmund,

Updated entries for Netjets Aviation Inc (US), Airjetsul, Saxonair charter Ltd, Sylt Air and Aerowest GmbH.

Updated entries for Air Transat, Air Jet Sul, ABS Jets, Globeair AG, Jetfkly Aviation, Lydd Air Ltd and Netjets. Removed entries for Cobalt, Monarch Airlines, US airways, Cyprus, Britannia, FlyLAL and Maersk Air Cargo.

Updated entries for Blink Ltd, Marshall Executive Aviation, Zettajet, My Travel, Star Wings, Xclusive Jet Charter, Air Charter Scotland, Air Pink, Airgo Private Airline, Dragonfly Aviation Services, European Flight Services, Globeair, Jet Concierge Club and Smartjet

Updated entries for Valair Private Jets, Amira Air, Laudamotion Executive, AFS Flight Servcies, Alpine Flightservice, Hummingbird Europe and Pen Avia.

Updated entries for Initium Aviation, Fiba Air Hava, Fai Rent-a-Jet, Valair Private Jets, Gama Aviation, ASL NV, Air CM Global Ltd Synergy Aviation, ACM Air Charter, Air Independance, Astraeus Airlines, Aviation Link, Elit’Avia Ltd, Elitavia San Marino, Elitavia Slovenia, Finesse Executive, Jet Netherlands, Longtail Aviation, Muyi Consulting Inc, National Jets Inc, Pegasus Elite Aviation, Private Air and Volare Aviation.

Updated entries for Aeroways Gmbh, Baden Aircraft Operations, Air Canada, Eisele Flugdienst GMBH, Vistajet and Head Start Aviation.

Updated entries for White Cloud Charter LLC, Luxaviation Germany GmbH, Projet GMBH, Synergy Aviation Ltd, Centreline AV Ltd, Jung Sky, Get1Jet, Time Air sro, Projet, Aeroways GMBH, Jetfly Airline GmbH, Aeroways GMBH, Pentastar Aviation, JSC Rossiya Airlines and Aeroways Gmbh

Updated entries for Flying Service, Jet Service NL.BV, International Jet Management, Synergy Aviation, Executive jet Management, Flying Service, E-Aviation (Eisele Flugdienst), Flying Group Luxemburg S.A., Aeroways GmbH and PRO JET.

Updated airport entries for the airlines: Channel Jets, Jet Service NL B.V, Flying Group Lux, Flying Partners and Sylt Air.

Updated entries for jetfly Aviation, The Little Jet Company, Saxon Air Charter, Jet Concierge, Hahn Airlines, Luxaviation UK, Xclusive Jets, Avcon Jet AG, Get1Jet, Air Charter Scotland, Hendell Aviation, Aliserio, Worldwide Jet Charter and Aerowest.

Updated entry for The Air Ministry.

Updated airline entries for Royal jet, Avcon jet and Blue square aviation group Malta.

Updated entries for airlines: Luxaviation Germany, Avcon Jet AG, Arcus Air GmbH & Co, Turkish Airlines, Keystone Aviation, Get1Jet, Blue Square Aviation Group Malta Ltd and updated sea cruise entry for Oceania Cruises.

Updated the entries for airlines: Aliserio, Klass-Jet and Luxaviation Germany and removed Eurofly Service.

Amended entries for Skyfirst, Carlisle Air Corporation and International Jet Management GmbH.

The following airlines have been added to this page: Get 1 jet, NOMAD aviation AG, Luxaviation UK and Air Charter Scotland.

Updated entries for Carlisle Air Corporation, Keystone Aviation, Get1Jet, Continental, United, Xclusive Jet Charter and Imperial Jet Europe.

Updated entries for Sunwest Aviation Ltd, Gary Jet Center, Pontair, Sunwest Aviation, Nomad Aviation AG, Jet Concierge, Air Alsie, Albinati Aeronautics, Skybridge International Balkan, Luxaviation UK, Air Europa, Air Swisslion Rd, Arena Aviation and Carlisle Air Corporation.

Updated the entries for Airlines: PHS Aviation, Air Alsie, 2 Excel Broadsword, Air Alsie, Luxwing, Luxaviation UK, Voluxis and Gama Aviation (UK) Ltd.

Updated entries for Luxwing, Gama, Catreus, Execaire, Elite Jet, Hangar 8, Oasis Flight, Oasis Flight Malta, Laudamotion (previously Amira Air), Fly Alpha GmbH, Baden Aircraft Operations, Jetfly Aviation, Aeroways, Skybridge International Balkan, AMC Aviation, T-air Spol and San Marino Executive Aviation.

Updated airline charter entries for PHS, DAS Private Jets, San Marino Executive Aviation, Aeroways GmbH, Luxaviation Germany, ProAir Aviation, Taespejo Portugal, Excellent Air, Smart Jet, Elite Jet, The Air Ministry, DAS Private Jets, EJME (Portugal), Netjets Aviation Inc, Netjets Transportes Aereos SA, Time Air and AMC Aviation. Also amended the commercial entry for Emirates.

Updated airline and airports entries for PHS, Windsor Jet Management, Albinati Aviation, PHS, VIP Flight and Executive Jet Management.

Updated entries for Elitavia San Marino SRL, Elitavia Malta Ltd, Elivatia d.o.o., Centreline AV Ltd, Aerowest GmbH, Jet Ready, Saxonair Charter Ltd, PHS and Volkswagen AirService GmbH.

Updated entries for PHS, Polaris Aviation, GrafAir Flight Management AB and MHS Aviation GmbH.

Amended entries for airlines: Polaris Aviation, SAS Astonjet, Smart Jet and Ortac (AOC) Limited.

Updated entries for FlyGAC A/S, World Wide Charter Jet, Eagle Express, Catreus, Global Air Charters, Smart Jet, Yourways and PHS.

Updated entries for Jetflite OY, Air Hamburg, Infinity Aviation.

Updated entries for Star Wings Dormtund, Ortac (AOC) Limited, Fayair, Air Pink, Jet Concierge Club, Voluxis (formerly Interflight Air Charter) and Laudamotion Executive (formerly Laudamotion).

Updated entries for Acass and Jet Aviation Flight Services (Malta) Ltd.

Updated entries for Jet Aviation Business, Jet Aviation Flight Services (Malta), Jet Concierge Club, Planet Nine Private Air, Smart Jet, SAS Astonjet and H-Bird Aviation Services.

Updated entries for: Synergy Aviation Ltd, Jet Concierge Club, Jet Aviation Business Jets AG, VistaJet Limited, Jet Concierge Club, SaxonAir Charter Limited, Flybe, Titan Airways Limited, Emperor Aviation and Avcon Jet.

Entries updated for Worldwide Jet Charter, Jet Exchange Ltd, Hahn Airlines, Infinity Aviation, Prince Aviation, Silesia Air, Goldeck-Flug Gesellschaft m.b.H, Lyon Aviation, Air Pink, Jetfly Aviation, Pro Air Aviation, Blink Ltd, JetNetherlands, China Airlines, Time Air s.r.o, Harmony Jets and Interflight Air Charter.

Updated entries for Smart Jet, Newcastle Aviation Ltd, Elitavia San Marino, Elitavia Slovenia, Elitavia Malta, Avionco Ltd, Infinity Aviation, Keystone Aviation, International jet Management, Pro Air Aviation, and Icelandair.

Updated entries for Elitavia Malta, Elitavia San Marino, Elitavia Slovenia, Smart Jet, Saxon Air Charter, Jet Concierge Club, PHS, Constellation Aviation Services, Flexjet and TRTO agency.

Updated entries for Cobalt, Planet Nine, Jet Concierge, Elitavia San Marino, Saxonair Charter ltd and Smart Jet.

Entries updated for: LaudaMotion, Cobalt, Jet Netherlands, Luxaviation & Execujet, Air X Charter (Germany), Saxonair Charter Limited, Corporate Flight Management, Executive Jet Management, Smart Jet and RVL Group

Updated entries for Netjets Aviation, Ejme (Portugal) Air Management, Netjets Transportes, Interflight Air Charter, Global Air Charters, Eisele Flugdienst, AirGo private airline, RVL group, Air X Charter (Germany), AirGo Private Airline, Planet Nine Private Air, Jetflight Aviation, Silk way business aviation and TWC Aviation.

Updated entries for Eisele Flugdienst, Omni Air Transport, klasJet, AirGo, Charter Jets, Air X Executive Jet, Elytra Charter, Set Air / Setair Hava, Airlink Airways, Jetfly Aviation, Maleth-Aero and Interflight Air Charter.

Updated entries for: Pro Airways, Set Air, Stolting Air Services, Air X Charter (Germany), Air X Charter Ltd, Amjet Executive, EJME (Portugal), Netjets Aviation (US), Netjets Transportes SA and SAS Astonjet.

Updated entries for Hahn Air Lines, Atlas Air, Air X Charter (Germany), Air X Charter and Omni Aviation.

Updated entries for Jet Pool Network, Éclair Aviation, FlyGac, Jetfly Aviation, Evolum Aviation, Setair Hava, Air X Charter (Germany), Air X Charter Ltd, Virgin Atlantic and Hahn Air Lines.

Updated entries for Jung Sky, Lyddair, Hendell Aviation Oy, Globe Air, Aero-dienst, Air Bohemia, Air X Charter Ltd, Air X Charter (Germany) & Co KG and Oman Air.

Updated entries for Zenith Aviation, 2Excel Aviation, Star Wings, Sunset Aviation and Sundt Air.

Updated entries for Kuwait Airways, International Jet Management, Starjets Aviation and Stolting Air Service.

Updated entries for Stolting Air Services, Aeropa, Silver Cloud Air, Air Bohemia, Stajets and Primera Air Scandinavia.

Updated entries for Blink Ltd, Copenhagen Air Taxi, Air Bohemia, Aeropa and Jet Exchange.

Updated entries for Centreline, Air Bohemia, Silver Cloud, Jet Exchange Ltd, Whitewind Company, Journey Aviation, Jetkey SAS, MS Aviation, Eisele Flugdienst, Arcus Air and Jetfly Aviation.

Updated entries for K5 Aviation, Sirio, Air Bohemia, Valair Private Jets, Ejme (Portugal), Netjets Tansportes, Netjets Aviation, Atlas Air Service AG, Silver Cloud Air and K5 Aviation.

Updated entries for Saxonair, BZ Air, Air Bohemia, Eisele Flugdienst, Lions Air, Bluelink Jets, Hendell Aviation Oy, ACP Jet Charters, Air Charter Scotland, AirGo Private Airlines, Saxonair, Sovereign Business Jets, Zenith Aviation and Rulers Flight Sharjah.

Updated entries for Air Bohemia, Galaxy Airways, Dubai Air Wing, JetBee Czech and Skyline Aviation SRL.

Updated entries for Lyon Aviation, Sirius-Aero Ltd, Air Bohemia, Royal Jet, Galaxy Airways and TCC Air Services.

Updated entries for North Flying AS, Arcus Air, 2Excel Aviation, Jetnetherlands, Sovereign Businsess Jets, Skyline Aviation, Imperial jet Europe and Silver Cloud

Entries updated for North Flying AS and Head Start Aviation.

Updated entries for Hahn Air Lines, Bluelink Jets, Cobalt, Jet Exchange, Journey Aviation and Blink Ltd

Updated the entries for Fiba Air Hava Tasimacilik and Skyfirst.

Updated the entries for Firefly Entertainment and Elilombarda.

Updated entries for Speedfly, SAS Astonjet, Air CM Global, MNG Jet Havacilik, and Fiba Air Hava Tasimacilik

Amended entries for Air CM Global Ltd, Eisele Flugdienst, Oman Air, MNG Jet Havacilik, Genel Havacilik and Fiba Air Hava Tasimacilik

Updated entries to Speedwings, Spree Flug, Zenith Aviation, SAS Astonjet, ACP Jet Charters, Prime Service italia, Hahn Airlines and IX Air.

Updated the entries for Laudamotion, Hahn Airlines and AirGo Private Airlines.

Updated the entries for Delta Private Jets, AirGo Private Airline, Newcastle Aviation, Flairjet, Hahn Airlines and Naljets.

Updated entries for Arcus Air and Swiss Jet Ltd.

Amendments made to entries for Swiss Jet Ltd and Bairline.

Amendments made to entries for Firefly Entertainment, Zenith Aviation, Catreus, Oceanskies Aero Ltd, Valljet, Empire Aviation and Mistral Aviation.

Updated the airline entries for ABC Bedarfsflug, Monza, Valair, Bly Halkin, Privatair, Das Private Jets, TJS (Malta) Ltd, Monacair, European Flight Service, Alpine Flightservice and ABS Jets.

Made changes to the entries for: Qatar Executive, TJS(Malta)Ltd, 2Excel Aviation and Monacair.

Entries for Air Hamburg, Executive Jet Management, Catreus, Qatar Executive, Hahn Air Lines, CCF Manager Airline and Air Alsie updated.

Amended entries for CTR Flight Services, Hahn Airlines, Globeair and Sylt Air.

Amended the airline list entries for CTR Flight Services, AirGo Private Airline, Éclair Aviation and Hahn Airlines.

Amended the airline list entries for Jetkey Aviation, Execujet Europe AG, Nomad Aviation AG, American Airlines, Top Jets, Jet Aviation Flight Services, S & K Bermuda Ltd, Global Jet, Acass Canada & Acass Europe.

Amended the airline list entries for Artjet, Acass, Fly Vectra, Catreus and Air Hamburg.

Amended the airline list entries for Air Hamburg, Volare Aviation, Nomad Aviation and Vistajet.

Amended the airline list entries for Star Wings, Friedkin Aviation, Jetcapital, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, United Airlines and Executive Jet Charter.

Added Seasky, Acass Canada Ltd and Acass Europe Srl and updated entries for Airgo Private airline and Sovereign Business Jets to the approved airline list.

Amended entries for WaltAir, Airstream, Aliparma SRL, Air France-KLM, Executive Jet Management and Eurofly Service.

Added Servicios Aereos to the list of approved air carriers.

Updated the chartered airline routes for Star Wings and Private Jet Company.

Updated the charter airline Star Wings and the Santander to Portsmouth ferry route.

Renamed Advanced Air Management to Zettajet (charter airline) and amended the Le Havre to Portsmouth ferry route companies.

Updated the chartered airline routes for AFS Flight Service, Air Hamburg and Jet Aviation Flight Services.

Added Air Pannonia and Friedkin Aviation to the list of approved charter airlines.

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Updated the airlines and airports list.

Updated entries for the air routes.

Updated the charter airline details for: Westair Aviation, Executive Jet Management, Flying Group, Jetfly Aviation, London Executive Aviation, Naljets - charter, Volare Aviation, Westair Aviation

Made changes to the airlines and airports document.

Updated the charter airline details for: Infinity aviation, Trans-Exec Air Service (previously Trans-Exec Private Jets), Arcus Air, Colin Ferns and Exxaero International BV.

Amended entries for airlines Time Air and Executive Jet Management.

Updated the charter airline entries for Time air and vistajet.

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With just 48 hours to go until polling day, Rishi Sunak has repeated the warning that Labour could achieve a "supermajority", allowing the party to raise taxes, which he claims is in its DNA.

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It's the final week of election campaigning and leaders are leaning on all the old favourites in a bid to woo voters.

Keir Starmer's hammering home the need for change, Ed Davey is auditioning for a future series of Total Wipeout, and the PM has been warning voters not to hand Labour a "supermajority".

It's a term the Tories have been banding about for weeks - but what does it mean, and why does Rishi Sunak think it'll work?

What's the PM getting at?

"Supermajority" is being used by Mr Sunak to refer to the scale of the Labour victory being projected by many pollsters - with some saying they could top the 419 seats won by Tony Blair in 1997.

That gave Labour a majority of 179, but with the Tories tipped to do even worse than they did back then (165 seats), Sir Keir Starmer could end up enjoying the biggest parliamentary advantage on record - well over 200 seats according to some projections.

Mr Sunak has said such a "supermajority" would make it harder for the Labour Party to be held by to account in the Commons.

Is he right to sound the alarm?

Well, no - because the concept of a supermajority is meaningless in British democracy.

It's a familiar phrase in US politics, where a supermajority of two-thirds really does matter in some votes.

For example, the Congress requires particularly significant legislation - like impeaching a president - to hit that two-thirds threshold.

In the UK, a governing party only has to hold more than half of the 650 seats in the Commons, whether that be 326 or much more.

A majority of one could be just as effective as something much bigger - so long as they keep their MPs in line.

Some have argued that the "supermajority" concept isn't without merit, for example in referendums, but it's certainly not relevant to this election despite the Tories' best efforts to make it so.

Whether it's healthy for parliament to be as dominated by one party as it could be from 5 July is another question - but whatever the majority Labour might have, there'll be nothing super about it.

Sir Keir Starmer has said a big majority would be "better for the country", as the Tories continue to urge voters to proceed with caution and not hand Labour a "blank cheque".

With just 48 hours to go until polling day, Rishi Sunak has repeated the warning that Labour could achieve a "supermajority", allowing the party to raise taxes, which he claimed is in its DNA.

In an interview with The Times, Sir Keir said he needed a "strong mandate" to reform the planning system and improve the economy.

Asked if he was saying the bigger a majority, the better, he told the newspaper: "Better for the country.

"Because it means we can roll up our sleeves and get on with the change we need."

This follows weeks of warnings from the Conservatives of a Labour "supermajority", in a bid to prevent bleeding votes to Reform UK and the Liberal Democrats.

Speaking at a campaign event in Leicestershire, Mr Sunak said: "Once you've given Labour a blank cheque, you won't be able to get it back.

"And that means that your taxes are going up: your car, your pension, your savings, your work, you name it, they will tax it thousands and thousands of pounds.

"It's what they always do. It's in their DNA."

On Tuesday, the prime minister is expected to say: "If just 130,000 people switch their vote and lend us their support, we can deny [Keir] Starmer that supermajority."

Good morning!

We are in the last 48 hours of the general election campaign - and the gloves are well and truly off in the race to secure the keys to Number 10.

Here's what you need to know today:

It's been an early start for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak , who has already been packing people's shopping at an Ocado distribution warehouse this morning;

That won't be the last we see of him today, with a number of last minute visits planned in the South East on Tuesday;

Mr Sunak is telling voters that they have the power to dictate the future of Britain, with as few as 130,000 votes set to determine the result of Thursday's election;

Meanwhile, there's also no slowing down in the Labour camp. Sir Keir Starmer will be in the Midlands as his party warn of the risk of waking up to five more years of Conservative government;

Labour are today pushing plans to use High Street opticians like Specsavers to cut NHS waiting lists, as it's revealed patients are losing their eyesight while they wait for treatment;

And Sir Ed Davey continues his 1,343-mile five-day tour of constituencies from John O'Groats to Land's End ahead of Thursday's general election today.

We'll be discussing all this and more with:

Maria Caulfield , Conservative candidate, at 7.15am.

Follow along for the very latest in the general election campaign.

That's all from Politics Hub for tonight.

Scroll down to read our 10pm bulletin to catch up on all the day's political news.

Be sure to join us tomorrow as the final 48 hours of campaigning get underway.

Around ten days ago, Harry Potter author JK Rowling wrote a 2,000-word essay in The Times about how she could not vote for Labour or Sir Keir Starmer, based on their position on gender recognition (read more here ).

Speaking to the same paper tonight, Sir Keir has said he is hopeful he can meet with the writer - who has been critical of trans women accessing single-sex spaces.

In a social media post at the end of last week, Rowling said: "Do biological males with gender recognition certificates have the right to enter women-only spaces?

"It's a simple yes/no question."

Asked about this by The Times, Sir Keir said: "No. They don't have that right.

"They shouldn't. That's why I've always said biological women's spaces need to be protected."

Asked if he will he meet Rowling? "I've indicated a willingness [to do so]."

He adds: "Hopefully we can get that organised."

It's 10pm. Here is your round up of what happened today as we entered the final lap of the election race.

Northern Ireland minister Steve Baker spoke candidly about his expectation the Tories would lose the election (see our 19:19 post for more );
He also went into detail about why he thinks he should be the party's next leader (read his explanation in our 19.30 post );
We've heard from Prime Minister Rishi Sunak , who promised to "work his socks off" for the British people;
And we've also explained what the "supermajority" the PM keeps warning about actually is - and what it means in practice (spoiler: it's not really a thing, see our 14.50 post for more );
Political correspondent Rob Powell has dug into why Mr Sunak keeps talking like he's lost the election, suggesting it may do little to help the Tories get their voters to the polls on Thursday ( see 14.30 post ).
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer was at a campaign event in Hitchin today, where he has urged the British public to "vote for a summer of change" with his party;
He was also asked by our political editor Beth Rigby if he worries about his popularity, and potentially having the "longest wedding and shortest honeymoon" with the British public;
Sir Keir said his record speaks for itself, claiming his "track record as a leader is clear" - and Labour is a changed party.
And, in typical Liberal Democrat fashion, Sir Ed Davey partook in a spot of bungee jumping today - his message was to encourage people to "try something new" and vote for his party;
He then took part in an outdoor Zumba class;
Political correspondent Matthew Thompson - who has spent much of the campaign with Sir Ed - has explained what a successful day at the polls would look like for the Lib Dems ( see 15.35 post ).

Tomorrow will see us heading into the final 48 hours of the campaign.

Join us again as we keep across all the important updates as they happen.

During the Politics Hub with Sophy Ridge , Northern Ireland minister Steve Baker spoke about his plans to stand as leader for the Conservatives should his party be defeated on Thursday.

He also spoke candidly about his belief the Tories would lose the election.

In response, Jonathan Ashworth, the shadow paymaster general, said: "It is incredible that less than sixty hours until polling booths open, Tory ministers are undermining the prime minister by boldly flaunting their leadership ambitions on national television.

"From COVID cronyism to trips to the bookies, these Tories always put self-interest and their own ambition ahead of serving their country.

"What this shows is that if the Conservatives are given another five years, the chaos will just continue."

Pollsters at Savanta have asked 2,287 people how they intend to vote on 4 July.

The results suggest the gap between the Conservatives and Labour is down to 15 points - the narrowest in a month.

The Tories are up to 24% of people - their highest score in a month.

The full results - along with the change on the week before - are as follows:

Labour 39 (+1)
Tories 24 (+3)
Reform 13 (-1)
Lib Dems 10 (-1)
Greens 4 (-2)
SNP 3 (+1)
Other 7 (=)

Since Rishi Sunak called the election, Sky News' Politics Hub has been looking back over memorable moments from campaigns gone by.

FromDavid Cameron's football own goal, to an upstart Nick Clegg emerging as the unlikely victor from the UK's first televised leaders debate, there were plenty to choose from.

We've collated them all below for you to reminisce on:

The first big moment of election night on Thursday is the 10pm exit poll.

It's the clearest indicator of how the parties have done and who could form the next government.

Commissioned by the broadcasters - Sky, BBC and ITV - the fieldwork is carried out by pollster Ipsos, which will have interviewers at 133 polling stations around the country this year.

Our economics and data editor Ed Conway has been looking at the science and security behind this key moment that will set the tone for the long night that follows…

That concludes our coverage of tonight's Politics Hub With Sophy Ridge - the show will return at 7pm tomorrow. In the meantime, stay with us for the latest election news and analysis.

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