If you are planning to travel with your pet, one essential document you will need is a pet passport. In this article, you will find everything you need to know about getting a passport for your dog or cat, the travel requirements pets must meet, and the costs involved.
Documents needed to get a dog or cat passport
To obtain a pet passport for your dog or cat, you will need the following documents:
Your ID card, so the animal can be registered in R.E.C.S. (the Register of Owned Dogs), if it has not already been registered.
Your pet’s health record booklet, so information about vaccinations and deworming treatments can be entered into the passport.
Travel requirements for pets within the European Union
If you want to travel within the EU with your pet, whether it is a dog, cat, or ferret, the following conditions must be met:
Minimum age: Your pet must be older than 3 months, because the rabies vaccine can only be administered after this age.
EU pet passport: This document must be issued by an authorized veterinarian and confirms the pet’s rabies vaccination and health status.
Microchip: Your dog or cat must be identified with a microchip.
Valid rabies vaccination: The vaccine must be given at least 21 days before departure and must not be older than one year.
Deworming: Internal deworming against Echinococcus multilocularis and external treatment for fleas and ticks should be done 2 to 3 days before travel.
Clinical examination: No more than 24 hours before departure, your veterinarian must confirm that your pet is clinically healthy.
Pet passport price and processing time
Dog passport price: 120 RON
Cat passport price: 120 RON
At Joyvet Veterinary Clinic, pet passports are usually issued on the spot. In other locations, the process may take a few days, depending on the veterinarian’s schedule.
Additional information about traveling with pets
If you are planning to travel outside the EU, you should keep in mind that additional requirements may apply, such as a rabies antibody titration test, also known as the FAVN test. You should also check the specific regulations of your destination country, as travel rules may vary.
Frequently asked questions about dog and cat passports
1. What is a pet passport?
A pet passport is a standardized EU document that contains information about your pet, including its microchip number, vaccinations, deworming treatments, and the contact details of both the owner and the veterinarian.
2. How long does it take to get a dog passport?
A pet passport can sometimes be issued on the same day, or it may take a few days, depending on the veterinarian’s availability.
3. How much does a passport for dogs and cats cost?
The price of a passport for both dogs and cats is 120 RON.
4. Can I travel with my pet to a non EU country?
Yes, but you must follow the specific requirements of that country, which may include additional documents or a rabies antibody titration test.
5. What documents do I need to get a pet passport?
You will need your ID card, your pet’s health record booklet, a microchip, and up to date vaccinations.
For more information about traveling with pets, you can visit the page Travel with pets and other animals in the EU. If you need a passport for your dog or cat, feel free to call Joyvet Veterinary Clinic at 0731803803 for fast passport issuance.