Do you need a dog passport from Eire to UK?

For travel to Northern Ireland from the Republic of Ireland, a pet passport is not needed provided the pet is microchipped and has had a recent rabies vaccination in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and an anti-rabies blood test carried out at an EU approved laboratory at least 30 days after the primary rabies vaccination.

For movement to Northern Ireland from the Republic of Ireland pets must be accompanied by an original, signed veterinary health certificate. A pre-travel health check and certificate are required, however, and you must notify the Irish Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine about your pet’s travel plans at least 48 hours in advance.

When travelling to Great Britain from Northern Ireland, a pet passport will still be required. Owners will also be required to ensure that their pet has been treated against tapeworm between one and five days prior to travel.

There is also a limit of 5 pets travelling with you.

When travelling from Great Britain to the Republic of Ireland, animals will need a pet passport which shows that the pet is microchipped, has had a rabies vaccination and has had an anti-rabies blood test (these rules do not apply for domestic travel by pet owners with their cats, dogs, or ferrets; or travel of assistance dogs accompanied by disabled owners).

A dog passport is required to travel to the UK from the Republic of Ireland (Eire). The passport must be issued by a veterinarian and include the dog's microchip number, vaccination history, and a health certificate. The dog must also be vaccinated against rabies and treated for tapeworm within 24 to 120 hours of travel.

For the most up-to-date information, please visit the UK government's website or the website of the Irish Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.