Pet Transport from Ireland to France
Ireland to France is an EU-to-EU move under Regulation 576/2013. EU Pet Passport, current microchip, current rabies vaccination, that's the complete documentation list. No titre test, no quarantine. The important note: Ryanair and easyJet, …
The Ireland to France pet import process
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What your pet needs to enter France
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What this route typically costs
Critical points to read before you book
Ireland's tapeworm treatment rule applies to dogs arriving IN Ireland, not departing from it. No tapeworm treatment is required to enter France from Ireland.
Ryanair and easyJet do not accept pets. Most Dublin-Paris budget flights are not suitable for pets.
France has Categorie 1 (banned) and Categorie 2 (restricted) dog breeds. Check French rules if you have a Rottweiler, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or similar.
Cabin pet spaces on DUB-CDG are limited. Book 4-6 weeks ahead.
Carriers approved for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals on this route. We know which carriers to use and how to book.
Key data: Ireland to France compliance
| Requirement | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| EU Pet Passport | Required | Microchip + current vax |
| Microchip | Required | ISO 11784/11785 |
| Rabies vaccination | Required | Must be current |
| Titre test | NOT required | EU to EU |
| Tapeworm treatment | NOT required (outbound) | Only for returning to Ireland |
| Quarantine | NOT required | |
| Import permit | NOT required | |
| Border inspection | Not routine | Random checks possible |
| Complexity | Very low | |
| Preparation time | Days if passport current |
Source: EU Regulation 576/2013; DGAL France.
Airlines DUB to CDG: what works and what doesn't
| Airline | Route | Pets? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aer Lingus | DUB-CDG direct | Yes (cabin + cargo) | Irish national carrier. Cabin small pets, cargo larger. |
| Air France | DUB-CDG direct | Yes (cabin) | French carrier. Good CDG handling. |
| Ryanair | DUB-CDG/BVA | No | Largest operator but no pets accepted on any route. |
| easyJet | DUB-CDG | No | Budget carrier. No pets. |
The paradox of this route: the cheapest and most frequent Dublin-Paris flights (Ryanair, easyJet) accept no pets. Book Aer Lingus or Air France, both are reliable for this move. Pet cabin spaces are limited; book 4-6 weeks ahead.
The tapeworm rule: what applies and what doesn't
Ireland requires all dogs arriving in Ireland to have a Praziquantel tapeworm treatment administered by a vet between 24 and 120 hours before arrival. This applies to dogs coming INTO Ireland, not going out.
Moving from Ireland to France, no tapeworm treatment is required. France does not have a reciprocal rule.
If you plan to return to Ireland later, permanently or for visits, the tapeworm requirement applies on the return trip. Keep that in mind when planning any subsequent travel back.
Common questions about Ireland to France pet transport
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