Pet entry requirements: Dog → Jersey
These are the requirements for entering Jersey with a dog, based on a departure from Germany/the EU. Requirements can change — always confirm with the relevant authority before you travel.
🔴 Required
Microchip Required
Microchip required (a tattoo is only accepted if applied on or before 3 July 2011, clearly readable, with rabies vaccination after tattooing). The microchip must be implanted before the rabies vaccination.
Rabies vaccination Required
Rabies vaccination required: after microchipping, pet at least 12 weeks old at vaccination, vaccinated at least 21 days before travelling (periods in text only, single source).
Parasite treatment Required
Dogs only: tapeworm (Echinococcus) treatment 24 to 120 hours (1 to 5 days) before scheduled arrival, recorded by the vet in the passport/health certificate (product, date and time, stamp and signature). Exempt only when travelling directly from Ireland, Malta, Finland, Norway.
Health certificate Required
Valid entry document required. From the EU: pet passport issued in an EU country (or certain other countries), or an AHC issued in GB/Channel Islands/Isle of Man in the last 4 months, or a GB pet health certificate, or a GB pet passport issued before 1 January 2021.
Breed restrictions Prohibited
Banned dog types: bringing certain types into Jersey is illegal, dog may be seized. Since 24 Feb 2024 an import/export licence is required for XL Bully, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Tosa and Pit Bull Terrier types; import licences only for resident dogs returning to Jersey (neutered, muzzled, insured). Dogs (Jersey) Law 1961.
⚠️ Notes & grey zone
Notes
Jersey has its own regime (Government of Jersey), not the GB regime: for non-EU origins it refers to GOV.UK (listed/not listed) and accepts GB documents, but sets EU-origin rules itself. The source covers dogs, cats and ferrets together; tapeworm treatment is dogs only. Entry only via approved air/sea carriers and routes (not private aircraft/boat; St Malo–Jersey ferry from 1 Jan 2026 DFDS with limited space). Failing arrival checks: refused entry, possibly quarantine or export at owner's cost. No health requirements between Jersey and GB/IoM/Channel Islands.
Related destinations in Europe
Andorra · Austria · Belgium · Bulgaria · Switzerland
Authority: Government of Jersey, Natural Environment – Animal Health and Welfare Team (States Veterinary Officer)
Read at the responsible authority on 30/09/2026.
Check your specific route & airlines →For informational purposes only. Regulations change frequently — verify with the relevant authorities before travel.