European Union

France

Microchip requiredRabies vaccination requiredTiter test sometimes requiredNo quarantine

General EU rules. Additionally, since 2024 France requires a preventive tapeworm (Echinococcus) treatment for dogs no more than 5 days before entry, unless arriving from Finland/Ireland/Malta/Northern Ireland.

Vaccinations

Same as the general EU rule: vaccination after microchipping + 21-day wait.

Rabies titer test

Same as the general EU rule — only from "unlisted" countries.

Documents

EU Animal Health Certificate / EU pet passport, plus written proof of the tapeworm treatment (date, product, veterinarian's signature).

Entry notes

Separate breed restrictions on "category 1 dogs" (pit bull-type dogs without a pedigree) — import and ownership are banned. Check your breed in advance.

Sources: Ministère de l'Agriculture; European Commission EU pet travel rules

This information is for reference only and does not replace advice from an embassy, veterinary authority or airline. Rules change — always verify with official sources before you travel.

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