EU passport for dogs and cats
Are you traveling abroad with your dog or cat? We offer the issuance of EU passports directly at home, as well as at our veterinary offices and clinic. We will help you get your pet completely ready for the trip.
New EU rules: New rules regarding the issuance of EU pet passports were introduced on April 22, 2026. Read more below.
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Passport for dog and cat
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What is an animal passport and EU passport?
An EU passport (pet passport) is an official and legal identification document required for your pet to cross borders within Europe. The passport proves who the animal is and that it has the vaccinations required for safe entry.
Passport for Dog
A dog passport (or EU dog passport) is a small blue booklet issued by a veterinarian. In order to issue this, the dog must be ID-marked with a microchip. Often, the creation of the passport is combined with the dog receiving its mandatory rabies vaccine.
Passport for cat
A cat passport (EU cat passport) works in exactly the same way as for dogs. It is an absolute requirement for traveling with a cat abroad within the EU, and it also serves as the cat's official vaccination record.
Healthcare guide: How to choose the right place for passport issuance
Because we offer our services through home visits, at our veterinary clinics (Arken Zoo) and at our animal clinic in Östermalm, we can issue your passport where it suits you best.
Home visits – minimizes travel anxiety
Traveling abroad with animals requires a lot of planning, and the vet visit is one of the most important points. Especially for cats, it is invaluable that we can issue the passport and give the rabies vaccine at home, so that the cat does not have to build up negative stress in the transport cage weeks before the actual trip. (A delivery fee is added for prophylactic home visits).
Veterinary clinic – easily accessible for deworming certificates
Our clinics connected to Arken Zoo (in Stockholm, Gothenburg and Uppsala) are perfect if you quickly need to top up your vaccinations or stamp your existing passport for deworming against the fox's dwarf tapeworm before a road trip to Norway or Finland.
Animal clinic – safe with combined visits
The Östermalm Animal Clinic is the best choice if, in addition to passports and vaccinations, you also want to combine the visit with a thorough health check or, for example, claw trimming.
New EU rules for passports and ID marking
New rules regarding the issuance of EU passports and ID marking of dogs, cats and ferrets were introduced on 22 April 2026. These rules are continuously updated on the Swedish Board of Agriculture's website. Read more here.
Passports must be issued in the country where you are registered.
We can only issue passports if you are resident in Sweden. You need to prove your residence. We can help with this via the journal system if your population registration address is registered at Ratsit. Otherwise, you need to bring e.g. a personal identity card, coordination number or population registration address (downloaded from the Swedish Tax Agency's website)
ID marking
New animals must have an approved chip.
Does the animal have an older/unapproved chip? - Bring an extract from the Swedish Board of Agriculture's dog or cat register showing marking before 22/4. Marked outside the EU? Bring a travel certificate or animal health certificate.
Check well in advance before your trip.
Check that the rabies vaccination is valid and that all the information in the passport is correct. Does your animal already have an EU passport? This is valid for the animal's entire life - you do not need to replace an already issued passport.
This is how the process of issuing a passport works step by step
1. Booking
You book an appointment with us well in advance of your intended trip. (Remember that rabies vaccination always requires a 21-day waiting period before the passport becomes valid).
2. ID check
We always start by reading the animal's microchip. If the animal does not have a chip, we insert one. (No chip = no passport).
3. Vaccination
If necessary, we give the animal the necessary vaccines, which are carefully noted and stamped with the correct date in the new passport.
4. Issuance
The veterinarian fills in all your information by confirming the registered address, the animal's description and signs the official document.
5. Ready for the trip
You will receive your new EU passport for your dog or cat directly in your hand, ready to use (after any waiting period for the vaccine)!
Contact our customer service and we will help you further.
When is contact with authorities required?
For the vast majority of trips within the EU, a regular veterinary visit is more than enough. However, if you are planning a trip to countries outside the EU (third countries), measures in addition to a regular passport may be required. In this case, an Official Veterinarian will need to issue the certificate.
When authority is necessary:
- Titer test: If the country you are traveling to requires a specific rabies titer test (blood test to measure antibodies), the sample may sometimes need to be processed in a special lab machine at our clinic before being sent to an internationally approved laboratory.
- Official export certificates: If you are going to export an animal permanently to a country outside the EU, it is often required that a government official (Official Veterinarian from the Swedish Board of Agriculture/District Veterinarians) stamp the travel documents. One of our fantastic veterinarians is an Official Veterinarian and we are happy to help you book these visits.
Rules and requirements for traveling abroad with a dog
The basic requirement: To even start planning to travel abroad with a dog, three basic pillars must be met: the dog must be ID-marked, it must have a valid EU dog passport, and it must have valid vaccinations for the country in question.
Norway: Many pet owners are looking for a "dog passport Norway" (or a passport for a dog to Norway). The fact is that for travel from Sweden to Norway, a rabies vaccine is not normally required, but a passport and a documented certificate of deworming against the fox's dwarf tapeworm are required in the passport, carried out by a veterinarian no earlier than 120 hours and no later than 24 hours before the border crossing (pet passport Norway).
Travel south: If you are instead applying for a "dog passport Denmark" or traveling south in Europe, the rabies vaccine is an absolute requirement. This vaccine may not be given at the earliest at 12 weeks of age, and after that you must wait a full 21 days before the passport is valid for travel.
When requirements change: The rules at the Swedish Board of Agriculture (Swedish Board of Agriculture dog passport) and foreign customs can change quickly. If you are careless with the passport rules, your dog may be placed in an expensive quarantine or rejected at the border.
Traveling with a cat abroad – important differences
When you are going to get a passport for a cat (EU passport for a cat), the exact same basic rules apply as for dogs: the cat must be microchipped, have a passport and be vaccinated against rabies (if the trip is outside Sweden and Norway). A big difference in practice, however, is how cats handle the trip itself. Flying or driving long distances can be extremely stressful for cats. Before traveling with a cat abroad, it is therefore invaluable that we can make a proper plan for the trip with your cat. Sometimes stress-reducing medications can be of great benefit in connection with the trip.
When should I make an appointment – how long does it take to get a dog passport?
One of the most common questions we get is: ”how long does it take to get a dog passport?” The answer is that the actual issuance of a dog EU passport takes about 15 minutes during our visit. HOWEVER, if the dog or cat is not already vaccinated against rabies, the vaccine must be given, and then by law you must wait 21 days before the passport becomes valid for travel. Therefore, you should always contact us to arrange a dog passport no later than one month before departure, but preferably even earlier! If the animal is already vaccinated against rabies and only needs a new physical passport (e.g. if the old one is full), we can arrange it directly on site.
How does it work?
When issuing a passport, we ensure the animal's identity and that all travel needs are met.
- ID check via microchip reading – We scan the animal's chip to ensure that the ID number is approved.
- Clinical health check before vaccination - We do a physical check to make sure the animal is healthy enough to be vaccinated before the trip.
- Vaccination status review - We review previous vaccinations to ensure that intervals for, for example, rabies comply with legal requirements.
- Documentation and stamping - Once identity and health are established, the passport is completed with stamps and signature.
Validity period for dog passports
A common question is ”dog passport validity period” (or EU passport dog validity period). An EU passport itself is basically lifelong and never expires. However, the passport is only valid for travel as long as the rabies vaccination stamped inside the passport is still valid (usually 1 to 3 years, depending on the brand of vaccine used and the age of the animal at the time of the basic vaccination). Sometimes the passport may also need to be renewed if it has become full.
Issuing a passport for a cat
If you are going to get a passport for your cat, this is best done in your home environment. The cat can sit in your arms while we read the chip and fill in the book. Many of our Nordic neighbors wonder "how long does it take to get a passport for a dog or cat?", and we are happy to announce that you will receive the blue EU passport directly in your hand during the visit.
We often also take the opportunity to update the cat's regular basic vaccinations (against feline distemper and feline influenza) in the passport at the same time, so that everything is in order for any requirements from the cat sitter or boarding house during the holiday.
Security and expectations with a pet passport
Having a current and correctly completed EU passport is your absolute best security at the border, and an absolute legal requirement for the trip to take place. With the right preparations, the adventure with your animal will be both safe and stress-free.
- Always valid – if you renew the rabies vaccine on time, the passport always remains active for new trips.
- Safe entry – a properly issued passport eliminates the risk of the animal being placed in expensive quarantine or denied entry at the border.
- Smooth process – once the basic work with the chip and passport is done, future travel is much easier.
Validity for dog
If you keep a close eye on the date of the rabies vaccination and top it up before the expiration date in the passport, your dog's EU passport will remain valid and activated at all times. You are therefore free to travel safely within the EU at any time without having to restart the 21-day quarantine period.
Validity for cat
If you keep a close eye on the date of the rabies vaccination and top it up before the expiration date in the passport, your cat's EU passport will remain valid and activated at all times. You are therefore free to travel safely within the EU at any time without having to restart the 21-day quarantine period.
Adventure and safety
Traveling with your pet is often a big adventure. By ensuring that all requirements from the Swedish Board of Agriculture are met (from chip to rabies), you don't have to worry about your pet ending up in quarantine or being denied entry at the border control. Our goal is to make your trip as safe, secure and smooth as possible.
Self-check – check the rules carefully before you travel
Before we meet to issue a pet passport (EU dog passport), there are a few things you should double-check at home:
- Is the chip correct?: Do you already have a passport from a previous owner? Your information must be listed as the most recent owner in order for you to travel with your pet.
- Rabies date: If you have a passport from before, scroll to the rabies page. Has the vaccine expired? If it has expired even by a single day, you have to start over with a whole new 21-day waiting period!
- Dwarf tapeworm: For entry to Norway, Finland and Ireland, deworming against the fox tapeworm is required in the passport.
Prevention – diseases abroad
Having your passport in order is the administrative step, but as a pet owner you also need to think about medical protection when traveling abroad:
- Ticks and mosquitoes: Protect your animal against diseases such as Leishmania in southern Europe using veterinary tick products.
- The heat: Prevent heatstroke during car trips by using cooling mats, sunshades for the windows and taking regular water breaks.
- Stress: Get your animal used to the transport cage or safety harness well in advance of departure to minimize unnecessary travel anxiety.
How much does a passport cost for a dog and cat?
One of the most common questions we get is ”how much does a dog passport cost?” or ”EU dog passport price”. The cost of the passport booklet itself is fixed, but there may be a cost for the vaccine or microchip that the animal needs in order for the passport to be issued. Since passport issuance is administrative, prophylactic (preventive) care, this is never covered by animal insurance. For home visits, an additional delivery fee will be charged.
The physical passport booklet and the administrative handling to make the animal ready for travel within the EU.
No, prophylactic care such as passport issuance is not reimbursed by veterinary care insurance.
If the passport is issued in connection with a medical examination for illness (which includes travel), the administrative cost may be lower.
Necessary medical measures for the passport to be valid for international travel to the south.
EU passport
750 SEK
Rabies Vaccination
750 SEK
Chip marking
650 SEK
Delivery fee (for prophylactic visits)
450 SEK
How much does a dog passport cost and what is the price of a dog passport?
The cost of obtaining a dog passport depends on whether the dog is already microchipped and vaccinated. The passport itself costs a few hundred kronor, after which our price for the home visit and any vaccines (e.g. rabies) is added.
How long does it take to get a dog passport?
The actual issuing and filling out of the EU passport only takes 15 minutes during our visit, and you will receive it in your hand immediately. However, keep in mind that the rabies vaccination (which is a passport requirement for most countries) has a 21-day waiting period before the passport becomes valid for travel.
What is the price for a dog passport in Norway and a dog passport in Norway?
When traveling from Sweden to Norway, an approved EU passport is required, but usually not a rabies vaccine. However, the dog MUST be dewormed against dwarf tapeworm by a veterinarian 24–120 hours before crossing the border (pet passport Norway).
How do you get a passport for a dog or cat?
You can easily book a home visit or a visit to our clinic/practice. We will scan the animal's microchip, give any necessary vaccinations, fill out the official blue EU passport and register it directly for you.
Is a dog passport valid forever?
Yes, the EU passport itself (the physical booklet) is lifelong and never expires. However, it is only valid at the border if the rabies vaccination stamped in the passport is still active and has not passed its expiration date.
Do I need an EU passport for my cat to travel?
Yes. There is no difference in legal requirements between dogs and cats. If you are traveling with a cat abroad within the EU, the cat must be microchipped, have an official EU passport and a valid rabies vaccination.
What do I do if I am looking for "how to get a passport for a dog" in Sweden as a Norwegian?
If you live in Sweden and need a passport, book a Swedish veterinarian. We issue a Swedish EU passport. The rules for chip and rabies are standardized throughout Europe, regardless of whether you are applying for a passport for a dog, a passport for a dog in Denmark or an EU passport.
Can I buy a passport for my dog without microchipping it?
No, absolutely not. It is an absolute legal requirement that the animal is ID-marked with a working microchip before a passport can even be printed. The ID number is what ties the passport book to your particular animal's identity.
Frequently asked questions and answers
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