Pet Travel Between GB and Northern Ireland (NI)
From 4th June 2025, it is now very simple to travel between GB (England, Scotland and Wales) and NI with a dog (including assistance dogs), cat or ferret.
To travel from GB to NI you will need to apply for a Northern Ireland Pet Travel Document (PTD). This is free and lasts for the lifetime of your pet. The only requirement is that your pet is microchipped, as this will be checked at the port before leaving GB, and/or when entering NI. A separate PTD must be obtained for each animal.
- You can apply for a PTD online via the GOV.UK website.
- You can also apply by phone, and receive a physical copy of the PTD by calling 03000 200 301, open Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm (closed on bank holidays).
It can take 5 days for a PTD to be issued, so make sure to apply well in advance of your planned travel.
If you live in Northern Ireland, you do not need a PTD for travel to and from Great Britain, however your pet must still be microchipped.
A PTD is not suitable if:
- You are travelling onwards from NI to the EU (including ROI)
- You are travelling with more than five pets (unless attending or training for an event)
- You are exporting dogs, cats or ferrets for commercial purposes, such as a change of ownership.
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