Pet transport from Ireland to the Netherlands or from the Netherlands to Ireland follows the EU Pet Travel Scheme, as both countries are members of the European Union. The process is generally straightforward, though Ireland applies an additional requirement for dogs entering the country. Here are the key steps and considerations for Ireland to Netherlands and Netherlands to Ireland Pet Transport:
Your pet must be microchipped with an ISO-compliant chip. The rabies vaccination must be administered on the same day or after the microchip implantation.
There is a mandatory 21-day waiting period after the primary rabies vaccination before your pet can travel between Ireland and the Netherlands. If your pet’s most recent vaccination is a booster given without a lapse in coverage, the 21-day wait does not apply.
Rabies vaccinations valid for 1, 2, or 3 years are accepted in both countries. Other vaccinations are not required for entry but are recommended for your pet’s health, particularly if boarding or contact with other animals is expected.
Tapeworm Treatment (Dogs Only): Dogs entering Ireland must receive a tapeworm (Echinococcus multilocularis) treatment administered by a veterinarian between 24 and 120 hours (1–5 days) before arrival. This treatment is not required when traveling from Ireland to the Netherlands.
Travel Requirements: Pets must travel with their owner or with a designated person authorized by the owner. If a designated person accompanies the pet, they must travel within 5 days of the owner’s movement. Transport outside this 5-day window may be considered commercial and subject to stricter import requirements.
Additional Notes: In the Netherlands, dogs staying longer than 3 months must be registered in the national pet database through a veterinarian. In Ireland, dogs must be licensed and registered in accordance with Irish law. Both countries enforce local identification and ownership rules for pets residing in the country long-term.
IMPORTANT
As of December 2025 puppies younger than 6 months are not allowed entry in UK.
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