Can I bring a dog or pet into Gibraltar from Spain or the UK?

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Yes. Dogs, cats and ferrets can enter Gibraltar without quarantine if they are microchipped, vaccinated against rabies after the microchip was fitted and at least 21 days before travel, and accompanied by valid travel documents. Pets coming from Spain normally travel on an EU pet passport, while pets from Great Britain need an official health certificate, so confirm the current documentation with the Environmental Agency before you travel.
The rules
Gibraltar applies the EU pet travel framework through the Animals and Birds Rules 2004, which implement EU Regulation 576/2013 on the non-commercial movement of pets. The core requirements for dogs, cats and ferrets are:
An ISO-compliant microchip
A rabies vaccination given after the microchip was implanted, even if the animal was already vaccinated
At least 21 days between the primary rabies vaccination and entry
Valid documentation issued by an authorised vet
Coming from Spain
Pets resident in Spain or elsewhere in the EU normally travel on an EU pet passport. Since the UK-EU treaty took provisional effect on 15 July 2026 there are no routine checks at the land frontier, and pets travelling with their owners are treated as part of personal luggage. The animal health requirements still apply, and you should carry the documents in case you are asked for them.
Coming from the UK
UK-issued pet passports are no longer valid for EU-standard travel, so pets from Great Britain need an official health certificate. If you drive through France and Spain, your pet must also meet the EU entry rules on the way. If you fly, check your airline's pet policy well in advance, as carriage of pets on routes to Gibraltar can be limited.
Tapeworm treatment
Dogs entering or returning to Gibraltar from countries that are not free of Echinococcus multilocularis may need a tapeworm treatment administered by a vet shortly before arrival. Check whether this applies to your route.
After arrival
Register with a local vet and keep vaccinations up to date. If you are renting, check that your tenancy agreement permits pets before you move.
Who to ask
The Environmental Agency administers pet movement rules in Gibraltar and can confirm the exact documents required for your circumstances.

Can I bring a dog or pet into Gibraltar from Spain or the UK?

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The core requirements

Coming from Spain

Coming from the UK

Tapeworm treatment

Who to ask