# Getting here II: Airports | Pets | Moving to Ireland > When it comes to airport rules, it's essential to familiarize yourself with the regulations regarding pet transport. This includes information about… Source: https://www.movingtoireland.co/guides/pets/getting-here-ii-airports/ Pets · Step 4 of 5 # Getting here II: Airports 2 min read · Updated 13 September 2026 When it comes to airport rules, it's essential to familiarize yourself with the regulations regarding pet transport. This includes information about check-in procedures, pet-friendly facilities, and restrictions on the types of pet carriers allowed in the cabin or as cargo. You should also be prepared for additional security checks, especially if your pet is travelling as cargo. It's also significant to prepare your pet for the journey. This includes acclimatizing them to their pet carrier, providing them with food and water, and making sure they are comfortable and relaxed during the flight. You should also consider hiring a pet-friendly travel agent or consultant who can help you navigate the process and ensure that everything runs smoothly. To enter the Republic of Ireland, travellers must pass through compliance checks upon arrival at one of the following ports of entry: - Cork Airport - Dublin Airport - Dublin Port - Shannon Airport - Port of Cork at Ringaskiddy - Rosslare Europort ## Compliance Requirements for Non-EU Pets If a pet is travelling from a non-European Union country to Ireland, it must enter through Cork, Dublin, Shannon Airport, or Cork or Rosslare Port and undergo compliance checks upon arrival. The pet owner is responsible for ensuring that the pet undergoes the necessary checks, and must arrange for them ahead of the pet's arrival. To initiate the process, the pet owner must send a notice form to the relevant email address, as follows: Dublin airport: [petmove@agriculture.gov.ie](mailto:petmove@agriculture.gov.ie) Cork airport: [corkpetmove@agriculture.gov.ie](mailto:corkpetmove@agriculture.gov.ie) Shannon airport: [petsshannon@agriculture.gov.ie](mailto:petsshannon@agriculture.gov.ie) Ringaskiddy port, Cork: [corkpetmove@agriculture.gov.ie](mailto:corkpetmove@agriculture.gov.ie) Rosslare ferry port: [rosslare.europort@agriculture.gov.ie](mailto:rosslare.europort@agriculture.gov.ie) #### The form should include the following information: Date and time of arrival Airport or port Owner's name Flight number (if applicable) Number of animals to be checked Travel paperwork, such as an EU Pet Passport or an EU (Annex IV) Health Certificate There is a fee for compliance checks, which may be performed at the airport or port of arrival, or at the quarantine facility located at Lissenhall Veterinary Hospital, approximately 10 km from Dublin airport. In conclusion, moving to Ireland with a pet requires careful planning and preparation. By understanding the airport rules, airline selection, and the necessary steps involved in transporting your pet, you can make the process as stress-free as possible for both you and your furry friend. With a little effort and attention to detail, you can ensure that your pet has a safe and comfortable journey to their new home in Ireland. ![](https://www.movingtoireland.co/apple-touch-icon.png) You have read 29% of this guide ## Keep reading in the Moving to Ireland app The rest of **Getting here II: Airports** — about 1 minute more — is in the app, free to download, alongside 98 other guides and a checklist built around your own move. 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