Pet owners hit with steep bills after EU passport rule change
Summary
New rules now require British pet owners to get an animal health certificate for each trip to the EU instead of using the EU pet passport, which is no longer valid for UK residents. This change has led to higher costs and travel disruptions for many pet owners, including those with assistance dogs.Key Facts
- British pet owners can no longer use the EU pet passport to travel to the EU as of Wednesday.
- Owners must obtain a new animal health certificate for every trip abroad with their pets.
- The EU pet passport is still valid only for people whose main home is in the EU.
- Pet passports issued before the rule change are no longer valid for UK residents.
- The costs for vaccinations and certificates have increased, sometimes totaling hundreds of pounds per trip.
- Some pet owners have had to cancel or change travel plans due to the new requirements.
- Assistance dog groups say the new rules make it harder for owners to work and travel independently.
- The UK government advises checking updated travel rules on official websites before traveling with pets.
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