What are the pet import requirements for France?

ISO 11784/11785 microchip required (implanted before rabies vaccination). Rabies vaccination required (minimum 12 weeks old, 21-day waiting period). 2025 EU commercial health certificate required. Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by government-approved vet. Puppies and kittens under 15 weeks old cannot enter. Banned: Pit Bull Terriers and Mastiff-type dogs without pedigree. Category 2 dogs (Rottweiler, Amstaff with pedigree) must be muzzled and leashed in public. Entry through designated Travellers' Points of Entry (CDG, Orly, Lyon, Nice, Marseille).

Is quarantine required when importing a pet to France?

No, quarantine is not required when importing a pet to France, provided all documentation and vaccination requirements are met.

What types of pets can be relocated to France?

The most commonly relocated pets to France include dogs, cats. Requirements vary by species.

Pet Relocation to 🇫🇷 France

France follows EU pet travel regulations and requires an ISO microchip, rabies vaccination with a 21-day waiting period, and an endorsed health certificate. Pets from non-EU countries need the 2025 EU commercial certificate. Pit Bull-type dogs without pedigree are completely banned. Pets must enter through designated Travellers' Points of Entry with on-site veterinary staff.

Companies Listed

Quarantine

Not Required

Common Pets

dogs, cats

Requirements

8 documented

Key Import Requirements

ISO 11784/11785 microchip required (implanted before rabies vaccination)
Rabies vaccination required (minimum 12 weeks old, 21-day waiting period)
2025 EU commercial health certificate required
Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel by government-approved vet
Puppies and kittens under 15 weeks old cannot enter
Banned: Pit Bull Terriers and Mastiff-type dogs without pedigree
Category 2 dogs (Rottweiler, Amstaff with pedigree) must be muzzled and leashed in public
Entry through designated Travellers' Points of Entry (CDG, Orly, Lyon, Nice, Marseille)