travel services

The Vet Room makes it easy by providing Animal Health Certificates (AHCs) in the comfort of our cosy clinic.

✅ What You Need for Pet Travel to the EU

To travel from Great Britain to the EU (or Northern Ireland), your dog, cat or ferret needs:

1. A Microchip

   Your pet must be microchipped and the chip must be readable.

2. A Rabies Vaccination

   • Must be given after the microchip.

   • Your pet must be at least 12 weeks old.

   • This must be given at least 21 days before travel.

3. An Animal Health Certificate (AHC)

   • Issued within 10 days of travel.

   • Valid for entry into the EU, travel within the EU for 4 months, and return to the UK.

   • One certificate per trip.

4. Tapeworm Treatment (for Dogs only)

   • Required for entry into certain countries, including Ireland, Finland, Norway, and Malta.

   • Must be given 24–120 hours before arrival.

At your AHC appointment, we’ll:

• Check your pet’s microchip

• Review their rabies vaccination status

• Complete and issue the AHC

• Provide tapeworm treatment if needed

• Answer any travel questions