Information about what you need when taking your pet between Ireland, Northern Ireland and the UK.
Pets travelling from the UK to Northern Ireland, must meet the following requirements
- Northern Ireland Pet Travel Document – application for Pet Travel Document
- Have a microchip.
These requirements also apply to assistance dogs.
GOV.UK has more information about taking your pet dog, cat or ferret abroad.
Pets travelling from the UK to Ireland, must meet the following requirements:
- Have a microchip
- Pets must have a rabies vaccination
- Have a pet travel document – animal health certificate or valid pet passport (if accepted in EU country)
- Check if tapeworm treatment is required
Please see Gov.ie for further information
Article reviewed by the InterTradeIreland Trade Hub team: June 2025