Good to know · Pets
Bring a dog or cat from the US to Spain
Pets entering the EU from the US need an ISO microchip, rabies vaccination and an EU health certificate endorsed by USDA APHIS.
- Why it matters
- A mistake in sequence or timing can mean refused entry or quarantine.
- When
- You plan to move with a dog or cat.
- Official page
- Pet travel from the US to Spain
- Last checked
- 6 Oct 2026
In the guide: the 4 steps, what to bring (5 items), and tips and what to watch for, with every official source.