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Are cats allowed in Portugal?

Portugal welcomes pet dogs, cats, and ferrets who wish to join their families relocating to the country.



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Most cats don't have much experience with traveling, and when they do, it isn't positive, so it makes sense why many cats are not fans of traveling. Although travel can be stressful, there is a lot you can do to make traveling and carriers less stressful and even enjoyable for your cat(s)!

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Pets. Animals are not allowed on our flights, apart from recognised registered guide and assistance dogs. Also see our service dog policy: Special assistance.

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RyanAir does not permit any type of live animal to fly in the cabin of its aircraft unless it is a guide or assistance dog trained to perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability (physical, sensory or psychiatric) and must be certified by an organisation that is a full member of Assistance Dogs ...

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Cats and dogs do not require a permit to enter the U.S., they do not require a rabies vaccination either, as the UK and Ireland are rabies free. You should however, get a health certificate from your veterinary stating that your pet is fit and healthy to travel.

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When travelling to an EU country or Northern Ireland, your pet needs:
  1. a microchip.
  2. a valid rabies vaccination.
  3. an animal health certificate, or a valid pet passport that's accepted in the country you're travelling to.


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It is important for your cat to be appropriately restrained during travel. It is safer for here and safer for you! Plan to leave your cat in her carrier for the full drive, or make sure to have a harness on her and attach a leash if you must get her out of the carrier during your trip.

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