Ireland
Entry Requirements
Is Ireland a good place to travel or relocate to with dogs and/or cats?
Here are reviews and details to help you see if this country is a good place to travel with your pets.
Official Irish government website on importing pets
Official government website on pets coming from the US to Ireland
Under EU regulations, dogs traveling to Ireland from any non-EU country need a pet passport, or official third country veterinary certificate, proving they are microchipped, vaccinated against rabies, and have received tapeworm treatment. From EU countries, a pet passport with these details suffices. Please check the most current rules as these may have changed post-Brexit
Read the a detailed guide on bringing pets to Ireland from the USA
Pet Import Regulations to be Aware of
Microchip Requirements:
microchip your pet before it is vaccinated against rabies. ISO standard 11785
Quarantine Requirements (if any):
Not if you follow all the regulations.
If your pet doesn’t fulfill the necessary entry conditions, it might be denied entry into Ireland. The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) could potentially send your pet back to its origin country.
In some cases, DAFM may decide to put your pet into quarantine to perform necessary tests, microchipping, or vaccinations in accordance with EU standards. Your pet will stay in quarantine until it fully meets the EU regulations. In rare situations, euthanasia might be considered.
Breed Restrictions:
If a dog is on the restricted list (dangerous breeds primarily), there are additional regulations to follow.
Number of pet restrictions:
5
Rabies Titer Test:
The rabies titer test is not required for listed countries including the EU, UK or USA. However, it is required for unlisted countries.
Is this country considered high-risk rabies for entry into the US?
No
Is this country considered high rabies for entry into EU countries?
No
Are you flying to Ireland?
Read Flying with a Dog Under the Airplane Seat: The Ultimate Guide
Read Flying with a Big Dog: Travel Tips for Ease & Safety
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1 Reviews on “Ireland”
Ireland is a great place to be with a dog if you can find a place to live with that dog. There’s a housing shortage in Ireland, so the landlords are being very picky. It is very challenging to find one who will accept pets – especially bigger ones. It’s pretty easy for us to get into Ireland from the EU on the ferry. I’m a little more concerned about getting back out and returning to the US. The airlines are all weird about their regulations. Some aren’t doing excess baggage anymore. Others are only flying pets on certain days of the week. It’s all a bit challenging to get the details sorted out.