Moving to the UK – Pets

Britain is renowned for being a nation of pet lovers. Being an island though, it used to have a systematic quarantine procedure to prevent diseases like rabies from spreading. There is now a Pet Travel Scheme which means that animals from specific countries are welcomed, providing they are micro-chipped, have a pet passport and the relevant vaccinations. Moving to the UK with pets who don’t meet the stringent requirements will mean they are only be approved for entry after six months spent in quarantine.

If you have a rare breed pet, you may require a conservation licence before bringing it into the country. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) can provide more information.