Travelling with a Pet from and to the UK

What is the most cost effective way to travel with a pet (a chihuahua to be specific) from the UK to Europe and back?

It seems like no one accepts pets. Not flights, not coaches, not trains. If you want to go by taxi or pet cargo then you have to pay at least 1,000 pounds?

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Best Answer

Stena Line ferries going to Holland will take them:

Yes, you can take your pet on all vessels to Europe without them being subject to quarantine laws on re-entry to the UK. Your pet can travel in the car or in the on board kennels (where available) and you can visit during the crossing, subject to weather conditions and staff discretion.

LD Lines ferries going to France will take them too:

ENGLAND / FRANCE ROUTES

LD Lines is authorised by the British Department of the Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) to transport pet dogs, cats and ferrets to the United Kingdom in accordance with the Pet Travel Scheme. You may therefore travel on our fleet with your pets, provided you have the mandatory papers.

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Does UK require import permit for pets?

Import permits are not required for dogs or cats entering the UK.

Does UK require pet quarantine?

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.

How can I transport my pet to England?

Things You'll Need

EU pet passport or 3rd country official veterinary certificate EU form 998.

A microchip for your pet.

A rabies vaccine.

Tapeworm treatment (for dogs)

A health certificate for your pet.

A pet passport.

A completed declaration form.

A reputable transport company.

Can I bring my pet to the UK after Brexit?

Yes, you can. However, the rules that apply from 2021 may be stricter than the ones you are used to.

Taking your pet abroad to and from the UK

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