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November
sees new import regulations
NEW
REGULATIONS governing the import of companion dogs and cats
into France are to take effect from November 2nd 2002.
Although the regulations apply only to animals from non-EU countries
and the USA, it is pertinent to note that the French are the
first nation to implement a new EU directive which will apply
to all nations throughout the EU with effect from next year
– with the exception of the UK and Southern Ireland who
retain quarantine for animals from non designated countries.
The new regulations for animals entering France from countries
outside the EU require the following:
Microchip
Rabies vaccination
Rabies antibody blood test
Health Certificate
Animals may then only enter France three months after the blood
test. Crucially, the blood tests may only be carried out at
the French Laboratory in Nancy. And, in helpful Gallic style,
all certification MUST be in French for pets arriving from outside
the EU.
Regulations for dogs and cats entering France from the UK under
the PETS passport system remain largely unchanged. UK pets require
the following:
Microchip
Rabies vaccination
Blood test
PETS Re Entry Certificate
Dogs and cats from the UK entering France for permanent residence
require the following:
DEFRA Export Certificate signed by a LVI Veterinary Surgeon
Microchip or Tattoo (which must be registered in France after
arrival)
Rabies vaccination (at least 30 days prior to entry) if the
dog or cat is to travel within France
Dogs and cats entering France from other EU countries require
the following:
Veterinary Certificate of Health
Rabies vaccination certificate
Microchip or tattoo
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