Travel With Your Pet
UK to Europe

Do pets travel in the car with the driver?

Yes! Your pet travels in our climate-controlled vehicle with our experienced driver throughout the entire journey. Unlike cargo transport or ferries where pets are separated, your pet stays comfortable in the vehicle during the 35-minute Eurotunnel crossing. Our drivers are trained in pet care and make regular comfort stops for water, stretching, and toilet breaks.

How much is a pet passport UK?

A pet passport for UK travel typically costs £150-£200 from your vet, which includes the passport document, microchip verification, and rabies vaccination certificate. Since Brexit, UK pets travelling to Europe need an Animal Health Certificate (AHC) instead, costing around £100-£180 per trip. We guide you through all pet passport requirements and documentation.

What are the new rules for taking a dog to France?

Since Brexit, the rules for taking a dog to France require: 1) ISO microchip, 2) Rabies vaccination at least 21 days old, 3) Animal Health Certificate (AHC) from an Official Veterinarian issued within 10 days of travel. For dogs returning to UK, you also need tapeworm treatment 1-5 days before arrival. Our pet taxi service handles all Eurotunnel pet travel requirements.

Can I take my dog to France through the Eurotunnel?

Yes! Taking your dog to France via Eurotunnel is the easiest and safest option. Dogs stay in the vehicle throughout the 35-minute Channel Tunnel crossing - no cages, no cargo holds, no sea sickness. We provide professional door-to-door dog transport to France with all documentation handled.

How do I get a dog passport UK?

To get a dog passport UK: 1) Ensure your dog has an ISO 15-digit microchip, 2) Get rabies vaccination from your vet, 3) Wait 21 days after vaccination, 4) Obtain an Animal Health Certificate from an Official Veterinarian. Post-Brexit, UK dogs need an AHC for each trip to Europe. Our pet passport UK guide explains everything step by step.

Which is better ferry or Eurotunnel for pets?

The Eurotunnel is better for pets than the ferry. On ferries, pets must stay in the car in enclosed decks or in kennels. On Eurotunnel Le Shuttle, your pet stays with you in your vehicle throughout the 35-minute crossing. It's faster, less stressful, and pets remain comfortable in climate-controlled conditions. That's why we exclusively use Eurotunnel pet travel.

How much does pet transport UK to France cost?

Pet transport UK to France prices start from £220 for Folkestone to Calais. London to Paris costs from £850, Manchester to Paris from £1,500. Prices include all motorway tolls. Eurotunnel crossing fee is paid separately by customer (return ticket). Get an instant quote on our booking page with transparent, no-hidden-fee pricing.

What is the Eurotunnel pet supplement cost 2025/2026?

The Eurotunnel pet supplement varies by travel date and time. Current prices range from £22-45 per pet each way. You purchase your own Eurotunnel ticket directly - we handle all the Pet Reception procedures at Folkestone.

Do you offer dog transport to Europe from anywhere in UK?

Yes! We provide door-to-door dog transport to Europe from any UK location including London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Leeds, and all cities. You can travel with your dog to France — we collect you both, handle Eurotunnel crossing, and deliver to France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Netherlands and beyond.

Can I travel with my pet to Europe?

Absolutely! That's exactly what we offer. Unlike commercial pet shipping where your pet travels alone as cargo, our pet taxi service lets you travel with your pet to Europe. You and your dog or cat ride together in comfort, staying together throughout the journey from UK to France and beyond. It's a personal chauffeur service, not freight.

Can cats travel through the Eurotunnel to France?

Yes, cats can travel through the Eurotunnel to France and Europe — and you can travel with your cat! Cats need: microchip, rabies vaccination (21+ days old), and Animal Health Certificate. Our climate-controlled vehicles are perfect for nervous cats, and having you beside them keeps them calm throughout the journey.

Can ferrets travel through the Channel Tunnel?

Yes! Ferret travel through the Channel Tunnel to France and Europe is allowed. You can travel with your ferret using our pet taxi service. Ferrets need the same documentation as dogs and cats: microchip, rabies vaccination, and Animal Health Certificate.

Is it better to travel with my pet or ship them separately?

Traveling with your pet is much less stressful for them. When you use our pet taxi service, your dog or cat stays with you the entire journey — no scary cargo holds, no strangers handling them, no separation anxiety. Your pet rides in a comfortable vehicle with you by their side, which is far better than commercial pet shipping.

What documents does my pet need to travel abroad?

For pet travel abroad from UK to Europe, you need: 1) ISO microchip, 2) Valid rabies vaccination (21+ days old), 3) Animal Health Certificate from an Official Vet (within 10 days of travel), 4) For dogs returning to UK: tapeworm treatment. These are the essential pet travel documents UK requirements. We verify all documentation before your journey.

How long does a pet passport last?

A pet passport itself doesn't expire, but the rabies vaccination recorded in it does. Rabies vaccinations for dogs, cats, and ferrets typically last 1-3 years depending on the vaccine used. Your pet's documentation must show a valid, in-date rabies vaccination for travel. Since Brexit, UK pets need a new Animal Health Certificate for each trip to Europe.

Can I bring my pet back to UK from France?

Yes! We offer pet transport France to UK as well as UK to France. When returning to the UK, dogs need tapeworm treatment 1-5 days before arrival - cats and ferrets are exempt. Your pet needs valid documentation (passport or AHC with current rabies vaccination). We handle all UK pet import requirements.

What's the difference between pet taxi and pet shipping?

Pet taxi (like PetVoyage) provides personal, door-to-door transport where your pet travels in a comfortable vehicle with an experienced driver - our pet chauffeur service. Pet shipping typically means cargo transport. Our pet taxi Eurotunnel service offers a safer, less stressful experience for transporting pets internationally.