# Minimum standards for moving with a pet | Pets | Moving to Ireland > Bringing a pet along while relocating to Ireland can be a complex process, and there are several things that you will need to take care of in order to… Source: https://www.movingtoireland.co/guides/pets/minimum-standarts-for-moving-with-pet/ Pets · Step 1 of 5 # Minimum standards for moving with a pet 2 min read · Updated 13 September 2026 Bringing a pet along while relocating to Ireland can be a complex process, and there are several things that you will need to take care of in order to ensure that your pet can enter the country and be properly cared for: **Be microchipped:** This must be done before anything else. **Pet passport:** Pets will need a pet passport, which will need to be issued by a veterinarian in their home country. The passport will need to include information such as the pet's microchip number, vaccination records, and details of any recent treatments. **Rabies vaccination:** Pets will need to have a current rabies vaccination, and it is advisable that this is done at least 21 days before travel. **Tapeworm treatment:** Dogs will need to have been treated for tapeworms not less than 24 hours and not more than 120 hours (1-5 days) before the scheduled arrival time in Ireland. **Blood test:** Pets that are coming from certain countries will need to have a blood test to show that they have sufficient rabies antibody levels. **Import license:** Some pets will require an import license, which must be obtained from the Irish Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine. **Quarantine:** Pets coming from certain countries may need to be quarantined for a period of time upon arrival in Ireland. **Accommodation and care:** You will need to make arrangements for the accommodation and care of their pet while you are in Ireland. This could include finding a pet-friendly hotel or rental property, or making arrangements with a pet-sitting service. **Familiarize with the pet laws:** It's important to familiarize yourself with the pet laws and regulations in Ireland, and make sure that you can comply with them. * * * ## ★ Tip - Vets who specialize in international travel who can help with the paperwork. * * * It's significant to note that the pet's needs and regulations may vary depending on the pet's breed, size, and health condition, and it is always advisable to check with the Irish embassy or consulate in your home country or with the Irish Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine for the most up-to-date information on pet importation requirements. * * * ## ★ Useful links 1. Pet travel page from: [Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine](http://www.gov.ie/en/publication/21d40-pet-travel/) 2. 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