For pets traveling to France from low-risk rabies countries, the rabies vaccination must be at least 21 days old and valid for one year at the time of entry. For pets coming from high-risk rabies countries, the rabies vaccination must be at least 30 days old and valid for one year at the time of travel.

While general vaccinations are not mandatory for pets traveling to France from low-risk rabies countries, they are strongly recommended to ensure the safety and well-being of your pet. For pets traveling from high-risk rabies countries, vaccinations must follow manufacturer guidelines and should be at least 30 days old and valid for one year at the time of travel.

Vaccinations for Dogs

• DHPP+L: Protects against Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, and Leptospirosis.
• Bordetella (Kennel Cough): Should be administered within the last 6 months.

Vaccinations for Cats

• FVRCP: Protects against Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia.

These vaccinations help safeguard your pet from common diseases, ensuring a safer travel experience.

If your country of origin is classified as high-risk for rabies, the following applies:

• A government-accredited veterinarian must collect a blood sample 30 days or more after your pet’s most recent rabies vaccination and send it to an approved laboratory for testing.
• The test results must show a titre level of 0.5 IU/mL or higher for your pet to be eligible for entry into France.
• Your pet will be eligible to enter France 3 months from the date the blood sample is taken, provided the result is successful.

NOTE: It can take 4-6+ WEEKS to receive the rabies titre test results back from the laboratory.