What you need to do if you are entering or returning to the UK with your pet dog, cat or ferret. There is a different process for other animals (external link). 

Step 1:  

• Check if you can bring your pet (external link) 
• Find out how you are allowed to travel to the UK (external link) 
• Check different rules for guide and assistance dogs (external link) 

Step 2: 

• Get your pet microchipped
• Check the rules for microchips (external link) 

Step 3:  

• Get your pet vaccinated against rabies 
• Check the rules about rabies vaccinations (external link) 

You must wait for a set period of time after vaccination before you can travel.  

Depending on the country you are travelling from, you might also need to get a blood test. 

Get tapeworm treatment 

If you have a dog, you will also need to get tapeworm treatment before you travel. 

• Check the rules about tapeworm treatment (external link)  

Step 4: 

• Get a pet travel document 
• Check which travel document you need (external link)