Pet Transport from Italy

Q: "What do I need to export my pet from Italy?"

"Italy uses the EU Pet Travel Scheme. EU Pet Passport for EU/EFTA travel. For non-EU destinations, a Ministry of Health-endorsed AHC is required."

Q: "Where can I get a pet health certificate in Italy?"

"Any government-approved veterinarian in Italy can issue a health certificate. The certificate needs Ministry of Health endorsement for non-EU destinations."

Export Requirements

What you need to do before your pet can leave Italy.

Export Permit

Italy uses the EU Pet Travel Scheme. EU Pet Passport for EU/EFTA travel. For non-EU destinations, an EU AHC endorsed by the Ministry of Health is required.

Italy uses the EU Pet Travel Scheme. For non-EU destinations, a Ministry of Health-endorsed AHC is required.

Export requirements from Italy

Export Requirements: Italy uses the EU Pet Travel Scheme. EU Pet Passport for EU/EFTA travel. For non-EU destinations, an EU AHC endorsed by the Ministry of Health is required.

Issuing Authority: Ministry of Health (Italy)

Last Verified: 2026-04-24

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Frequently Asked Questions

Italy uses the EU Pet Travel Scheme. EU Pet Passport for EU/EFTA travel. For non-EU destinations, a Ministry of Health-endorsed AHC is required.

Any government-approved veterinarian in Italy can issue a health certificate. The certificate needs Ministry of Health endorsement for non-EU destinations.

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