Bringing a Pet to Gibraltar

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Gibraltar requires an ISO microchip, and rabies vaccination (with a 21-day waiting period). Get your personalized travel plan at Pawgo.

Microchip

A microchip is required for bringing a pet into Gibraltar. Make sure it's implanted before your pet's rabies vaccination, as many countries won't accept the vaccine otherwise.

RequiredYes
Must precede vaccinationYes

Rabies Vaccination

A current rabies vaccination is mandatory for entering Gibraltar with a pet. Plan ahead — there may be a waiting period after vaccination before travel is allowed.

RequiredYes
Waiting period (days)21
Booster requiredYes

Health Certificate

Check whether Gibraltar requires a veterinary health certificate for pet import.

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Titer Test (FAVN)

Verify with Gibraltar's authorities whether a titer test is needed.

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Quarantine

Check whether Gibraltar imposes a quarantine period on arriving pets.

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Import Permit

Check whether Gibraltar requires an advance import permit for pets.

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Breed Restrictions

Check whether Gibraltar has breed-specific import restrictions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gibraltar require rabies vaccination for dogs?
Yes, Gibraltar requires a rabies vaccination for imported dogs. There is a 21-day waiting period after vaccination. Exact timing depends on your origin country — compute your timeline at www.pawgo.fr.
Does Gibraltar require a microchip for pets?
Yes, Gibraltar requires an ISO-compliant microchip. The microchip must typically be implanted before rabies vaccination. Get your full checklist at www.pawgo.fr.