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Frequently Asked Questions
What documents do I need to travel internationally with my dog?
The required documents depend on your specific route. The most common requirements are: ISO 11784/11785 microchip, valid rabies vaccination, health certificate (Animal Health Certificate / AHC for EU entry; Great Britain Pet Health Certificate / GB PHC for UK), and — for all US-bound dogs — the free online CDC Dog Import Form. Dogs from high-risk rabies countries (including Ukraine, Russia, and many others) additionally need a titer test from a CDC-approved lab. Use the PawPort tool above to get a personalized checklist for your exact route.
What is the CDC Dog Import Form — is it required and how do I get it?
The CDC Dog Import Form is required for all dogs entering the United States, regardless of country of origin or travel method (air or land border). It's free and completed online at cdc.gov before departure — you show the receipt at the port of entry. Additionally, all dogs must be at least 6 months old and microchipped with a universal-scanner-readable chip.
Do I need a rabies titer test to bring my dog to the USA?
A titer test is required if your dog was physically located in a CDC high-risk rabies country at any point during the 6 months before US entry. This includes Ukraine, Russia, India, China, and many more. The blood must be drawn no earlier than 30 days after the first valid rabies vaccination and no later than 28 days before US entry. The result is valid indefinitely as long as vaccination is kept current. If the dog spent the entire 6-month period only in rabies-free or low-risk countries — no titer test is needed, but the CDC Dog Import Form is still required. Check the CDC high-risk country list.
What documents does my dog need to enter the EU?
For EU entry from a non-EU country: (1) ISO 11784/11785 microchip implanted before or on the same day as the first rabies vaccination; (2) valid rabies vaccination; (3) Animal Health Certificate (AHC) per Annex III of EU Regulation 2026/705 — single-use, issued by an accredited vet no earlier than 10 days before entry. Dogs from non-listed countries (Ukraine, USA, UK, and others) also require a rabies titer test from a WOAH-approved lab. Blood must be drawn at least 30 days after vaccination and no less than 90 days before the Animal Health Certificate is issued (the 90-day wait doesn't apply to EU-resident pets re-entering with a pre-departure test documented in their passport).
Can I bring my dog to the UK in the cabin?
Most commercial airlines do not carry dogs in the cabin on flights to Great Britain — cargo via specialist operators (e.g. PetAir UK, IAG Cargo) is the standard option. Exceptions: chartered private planes and guide/assistance dogs may travel in the cabin. Ferries (Eurotunnel, DFDS) are also an approved-route option. In all cases, you need: an approved route, authorised carrier, GB Pet Health Certificate (issued ≤10 days before entry), microchip, rabies vaccination (21-day wait after first dose), and tapeworm treatment 24–120 hours before arrival — except if travelling from Finland, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Malta, or Norway.
What documents do I need to travel with my dog from Ukraine to the EU?
Ukrainian airspace is closed, so travel is by land only (car or train to Poland, Slovakia, or Hungary, then fly). Required documents: Form №1 VET (issued by a state vet clinic ≤5 days before departure; exchanged at the border for an International Veterinary Certificate); AHC (Animal Health Certificate per EU Regulation 2026/705); ISO microchip (before vaccination); valid rabies vaccination; and a titer test — because Ukraine is a non-listed country for the EU. Blood for the titer test must be drawn at least 30 days after vaccination and no less than 90 days before the Animal Health Certificate is issued.
What documents do I need to bring my dog to Canada?
To bring a personal pet dog into Canada from the USA or EU, the primary requirement from CFIA (Canadian Food Inspection Agency) is a rabies vaccination certificate signed by a licensed veterinarian in English or French. No separate federal health certificate is required for personal pets. Puppies under 8 months have additional requirements — check the CFIA interactive tool.
Is the New World Screwworm certificate required for dogs coming from Mexico to the USA?
Yes. Since November 22, 2024, all dogs returning to the USA from Mexico must have a veterinary inspection and a New World Screwworm freedom certificate, issued no earlier than 5 days before departure. This applies to all dogs including US-born dogs, and to both air and land border crossings. The certificate must be issued by a vet authorised to sign on behalf of an official government veterinarian. Standard CDC requirements also apply: CDC Dog Import Form, microchip, 6+ months old, appear healthy. USDA APHIS →
Do cats need the CDC Dog Import Form or a titer test to enter the USA?
No. The CDC Dog Import Form and titer test requirements apply to dogs only. USDA APHIS currently has no federal health documentation requirements specifically for importing personal pet cats into the USA. However, your airline will typically require a health certificate issued 7–10 days before departure. Some US states have their own import requirements. Always verify with your airline and the destination state.
