Andorra
Pet Travel Policy Information
Pet Travel Requirements for Andorra
Pet Entry Requirements for Andorra
Pet Microchip
Your pet must be identified with a 15-digitwhich is compliant with International Standards Organization standard 11784 or Annex A of ISO standard 11785 prior to entering Andorra. All documentation must reflect the microchip number. If your pet’s microchip is not ISO 11784/11785 compliant, importers can provide athat will read their pet’s microchip. Your veterinarian, a veterinary hospital or a trained nurse should implant the microchip. You should receive documentation on how to register it in the manufacturer or your government’s database.
Vaccinations
After microchipping, your pet dog or cat must be vaccinated for rabies between 12 weeks and 12 months prior to entry. The vaccine must be an inactivated or recombinant rabies vaccine that that is approved for use in your country. The results of a rabies titer test or a veterinarian exemption letter are no substitute for proof of rabies vaccination. Vaccinations against diseases such as distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, and parvovirus, feline viral rhinotracheitis, panleukopenia and feline leukemia are part of a healthy pet regimen are always recommended when traveling internationally; however, proof of these vaccinations is not required when entering Andorra.
Rabies Titer (Serology) Test
A rabies titer test, also known as a rabies antibody test or rabies serology test, is a blood test that measures the level of rabies antibodies in your pet’s blood. The test will assess the effectiveness of a rabies vaccination or determine your pet’s immune response to the rabies virus. When required, a licensed veterinarian will administer the test more than 30 days after the most current rabies vaccination. A rabies titer test should be administered no sooner than 30 days after the rabies vaccination For pets entering Andorra fromhigh-rabies countries. Do not count the day of the veterinary visit. Samples must be processed at approved laboratories. Assuming test results within acceptable limits, your pet can enter Andorra 91 days after the date the blood was drawn.
Parasite Treatments
Pet owners should always protect their pets from internal and external parasites, especially when traveling internationally. Proof of these treatments is not required for pets imported to Andorra unless being transported commercially.
Health Certificate
Every country worldwide requires and original health certificate in their pet import regulations, and Andorra is no exception. The health certificate should include: owner’s informationorigination and destination details anddetails of your pet andvaccinations and treatments andveterinary attestations regarding symptoms of contagious diseases at the time of export. Further, your veterinarian must certify that your pet is healthy enough to travel, and is not from a region that is subject to rabies restrictions. The health certificate must properly identify your pet. Depending on the origination country, additional details and treatments must be listed. A licensed veterinarian in the origination country must complete the bi-lingual. A government veterinarian in the origination country must endorse the certificate after issuance. The health certificate should be translated to Catalan or English. EU resident pets must have current EU Pet Passports when traveling to Andorra.
Import Permit
An import permit is not required when entering Andorra with a personal pet.
Complete all 6 steps to enter Andorra with your pet
Requirements may change. Always verify with official sources before travel.
Is Quarantine Required for Pets in Andorra?
There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Andorra if pet import regulations detailed here are met. If your pet does not conform to the regulations as stated below, it will be subject to quarantine if facilities are available, returned to the origination country, or euthanized. The importer will be responsible all costs involved.
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- Current Information:
To the best of our ability, we ensure that recommendations given on wagsandwanders.com reflect the current regulations. We cannot predict how a given country may enforce these regulations. Noncompliance may result in the need to: make arrangements to put your pet into quarantine at your expense orreturn your pet to the country of origin, oreuthanize your pet. We suggest that you minimize the disruptions that may occur by following Andorra pet import requirements.
- What is a Pet Passport?:
We refer to a pet passport as a collection of documents that fulfill Andorra pet import requirements for dogs or cats entering this country.This term is not to be confused with an official EU Pet Passport issued in the European Union for EU-resident pets. Your pet’s passport to enter Andorra will include proof of microchip, current rabies vaccination, rabies titer test (some countries) and an export health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian in the origination country.
- Breeds Banned by Andorra:
Andorra does not publish a list of banned breeds. However, as your pet will need to enter Andorra through Spain or France (next step), their breed restrictions will preside. Spain will require that these breeds must wear a muzzle to pass security: Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasiliero, Tosa Inu and Akita Inu. France prohibits the import of the following breeds without pedigree certification: Staffordshire Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers or Tosa. These breeds must be a registered pedigree. France does not permit crosses of these breeds. Additionally, Mastiff and Boerbull breeds and their crosses may not be imported. American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Terriers and Japanese Tosas can be imported to France as class 2 guard dogs only with pedigree papers. Rottweilers may also be imported as class 2 dogs without pedigree papers. France does not permit the import of Mastiffs and Boerboel breeds.
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- Find a Licensed Veterinarian:
Before beginning any pet export procedure, make sure your veterinarian is approved by the governing veterinarian authority in your pet’s country of origin. Your veterinarian should work for or is licensed by the agency of the government that is responsible for the movement of live animals.
- Andorra Pet Import Requirements:
Although Andorra is not a member of the European Union, it has adopted many EU regulations for pet import. All steps required to conform to pet import regulations for Andorra must be completed in the origination country. There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Andorra if the following import regulations are met.
- Entering Andorra via Spain or France:
Andorra is located in a valley in the mid-Pyrenees and consequently does not have an international airport. The only way to enter and leave Andorra is by auto or bus. One may enter Andorra via either the border with Spain or France. Related: Pet Import Requirements for Spain Related:Pet Import Requirements for France The nearest international airports are El-Prat Airport in Barcelona, Spain or Toulouse-Blagnac Airport in Toulouse, France, each about 200 km away from Andorra. Related:Is your pet’s crate IATA-compliant?
- Quarantine for Pets Entering Andorra:
There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Andorra if pet import regulations detailed here are met. If your pet does not conform to the regulations as stated below, it will be subject to quarantine if facilities are available, returned to the origination country, or euthanized. The importer will be responsible all costs involved.
- Importing Other Pet Animals to Andorra:
Birds, invertebrates, tropical fish, reptiles, amphibia, mammals such as rodents and rabbits are not subject to requirements of rabies vaccination, but may have to meet other requirements and must have a health certificate to enter Andorra. See the import of other animals to Spain and France. Pet owners are strongly advised to seek further information from the relevant authority of their country and/or that of the country of destination.
- Importing Puppies and Kittens to Andorra:
Puppies, kittens and ferrets under 12 weeks of age should not be vaccinated for rabies. Unvaccinated pets are not permitted import to Andorra. Owners should have their pets vaccinated for rabies according to your veterinarian’s guidance (14-16 weeks of age) and follow further regulations listed here prior to travel. The minimum age a puppy or kitten can enter Andorra from arabies-controlled countryis 12 weeks and 22 days. If entering from ahigh-risk-of-rabies country, the minimum age is seven months. Related: More information ontransporting a puppy.
- Animals Eligible for These Pet Import Requirements:
These rules apply to the transport of domestic dogs and cats including assistance and service animals. Unless 5th generation removed from the pedigree, wolf hybrids, Savannah and Bengal cats cannot be imported under these regulations. Owners of other types of pets (amphibia, reptiles, birds, rabbits, rodents) covered by these regulations should refer to IMPORTING OTHER PET ANIMALS TO ANDORRA below.
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- Here’s what is included in the Andorra pet passport package::
Detailed instructions on importing your dog, cat or ferret to Andorra from any country available in six languagesRequired Vaccinations and IntervalsISO 11784/11785 Compliant Microchip InformationRabies Titer Test Instructions (when required)Approved LaboratoriesParasite TreatmentsRequirements for Dogs Returning to the United StatesIATA Carrier and Crate RequirementsLayover Considerations & Requirements for Airline Pet TravelResponsibilities of a Pet TransporterFREE unlimited email supportboth for you and your veterinarian, should either of you have any questions Also included at no additional cost: Airline Health CertificateVeterinary Health Certificate for AndorraInoculation RecordMicrochip Certificate
- Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES):
Importers should verify that their pet is not protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). This is important if your pet is not a dog or cat and very important if it is a turtle or parrot. You will need to apply for additional permits if this is the case. Over 180 countries participate in and enforce CITES regulations. Related:Search the CITES databaseorSearch the Species+ database Related:Read more about CITES
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Traveler Tips & Experiences
Emily Parker
February 12, 2025
I visited Andorra last year with my French Bulldog and found the process straightforward and well-documented.
Michael Chen
January 3, 2025
Air travel to Andorra was a breeze and my cat had no issues. Highly recommend booking early!