Returning to Great Britain With Your Dog or Cat: What Pet Travel Documents Do You Need?
Pet owners often focus on the documents needed to leave Great Britain, but the return journey matters too. Before travelling home, check that the document you are carrying remains valid for entry into Great Britain and that any required treatment has been completed in time.
Which documents can be used to return?
Depending on your circumstances, an Animal Health Certificate, a valid pet passport or another accepted pet travel document may support the return journey. The exact document must still meet the applicable identification and rabies requirements.
Do dogs need tapeworm treatment before returning to Great Britain?
Dogs usually require tapeworm treatment before entering Great Britain from many countries. The treatment must be administered by a veterinarian within the required time window and recorded correctly in the travel document. Exemptions apply on certain direct routes, so check your specific journey.
Keep the original document with you
Do not rely on a photo or scan alone. Keep the original travel document accessible for the carrier and border checks, together with any treatment entries completed during the trip.
Planning another EU trip?
A new Animal Health Certificate is normally required for each new journey from Great Britain into the EU. Returning customers can book repeat AHCs from £119 with The Pet Passport Co.
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