Countries:
Ireland

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The Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine is the Animal Quarantine Authority for the entry of dogs to Ireland.

There are no separate Assistance Dog Travel Rules for Ireland. Follow the Standard (pet) Dog links provided.

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Please note that this guide is for the Republic of Ireland. For travel to Northern Ireland, check out our country guide for the United Kingdom.

Confirm any specific requirements with all Animal Quarantine Authorities before booking your trip. This includes both entering/leaving any country and all airline/cruise line requirements.
The Travel Process can take several months so leave plenty of planning time for your trip (except for valid EU Pet Passport travel).

Travel Rules for Standard (pet) Dogs

These links detail the process for Standard (pet) Dogs, which Assistance Dogs must also follow. Visiting these links will open another website.

The process for bringing all dogs into Ireland.

The process for taking all dogs out of Ireland.

Extra information that is specific to the region or country.

Be aware that an extra process is required for layovers in Ireland.

Requirements and rights covering Assistance Dogs and their Handlers.

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