UK Pet Relocation Requirements Overview: Moving Pets to UK from Hong Kong (Relocation from/to other territories, please feel free to contact us for details) The United Kingdom participates in the EU-UK Pet Travel Scheme, allowing dogs, cats, ferrets and many other species from “listed” territories to enter England, Wales, and Scotland without quarantine, provided they meet strict microchipping, vaccination, and documentation requirements. Hong Kong is classified as a listed region, meaning pets from Hong Kong must comply with the “rest of world: listed” route for non- commercial movement. For reference only. Please refer to corresponding government channels for the most updated information. / 简体中文 繁體中文
Begin planning 3–4 months before travel to accommodate microchipping, rabies vaccination, blood sampling, and certificate issuance. Rabies vaccination must occur before entry but no more than 12 months prior. A rabies antibody blood test is required for “rest of world: listed” pets, with sampling and vaccination required before entry. Apply for an Animal Health Certificate before travel Key Planning Requirements: Timeline & Advanced Planning
Essential Requirements Checklist 1. Microchipping Compliant microchip is mandatory 2. General Documentation for Pet’s Entry Animal Health Certificate is required Evidence of rabies vaccination and test results. 3. Rabies Vaccination & Blood Testing Current rabies vaccination required throughout the export process RNATT mandatory for pets from Hong Kong
Breed Restrictions & Special Considerations Breed & Species Restrictions No specific breed bans for dogs or cats under the Pet Travel Scheme. Entry Conditions Pets must arrive from Hong Kong on flights that permit manifest cargo transport; no in-cabin or excess baggage for pets. Pets must enter within 5 days before or after owner’s arrival to qualify as “personal pets”; otherwise treated as commercial movement with additional requirements. Post-Entry Requirements No quarantine required if all conditions are met. Owner must notify Border Force of intended entry point and travel date.
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