Overview
A rabies antibody (titer) test is required: Unlisted countries (incl. China): blood drawn 30 days after vaccination, ≥0.5 IU/ml, 3-month wait after blood draw. Allow at least 30 / 120+ days of preparation.
Requirements
Microchip
ISO 11784/11785, chip before rabies vaccine
Rabies vaccine
≥21 days after vaccination, pet ≥12 weeks old
Titer test
Unlisted countries (incl. China): blood drawn 30 days after vaccination, ≥0.5 IU/ml, 3-month wait after blood draw
Tapeworm treatment
Dogs must receive tapeworm treatment 24-120 hours before entry
Quarantine
None (if compliant)
Quantity limit
Max 5 per person
Health certificate
GB-issued EU pet passport invalid since 2021 Brexit; must use single-entry AHC. New AHC template under Reg 2026/705 from 2026-04-22, old template usable until 2026-09-30
Minimum prep time
30 / 120+
Estimated cost
£200-£500 (AHC ~£100 per application)
United Kingdom
