These are the requirements for entering Italy with a dog, based on a departure from Germany/the EU. Requirements can change — always confirm with the relevant authority before you travel.
Yes, ISO, before vaccination
Yes – primary vaccination ≥21 days prior
No young-animal entry without full rabies vaccination - pet must be >=15 weeks (vaccination from 12 wks + 21-day wait).
Why 15 weeks? The rabies vaccination can only be given from 12 weeks of age, and it becomes valid 21 days later — so ~15 weeks is the earliest an animal can travel. This is the harmonised EU rule (Reg. 2016/429) and applies to travel within the EU too.
EU pet passport
None (EU member)
No
Keine
No tapeworm requirement
Keine
Standard (chip/passport); local rules possible
These apply on the ground in the destination country — to everyone, not as an entry condition — and depend on the breed and situation (e.g. public transport, listed breeds).
No breed import ban (list abolished 2009)
General leash rule (max. 1.5 m); always carry muzzle, apply on request / public transport
Muzzle must ALWAYS be carried (even if not worn) – else fine
Max. 5 pets (non-commercial)
Authority: EU-Recht (VO 2016/429 + Delegierte VO 2026/131)
🗓️ Read at the responsible authority on 20/07/2026.
Check your specific route & airlines →For informational purposes only. Regulations change frequently — verify with the relevant authorities before travel.