Canary Islands - Pets

Arriving in the Canaries with a Pet On Board

Spain is a member of the EU wide Pets Travel Scheme (PETS).  This requires all animals to have a Pet Passport and a current Health Certificate (issued within 10 days of departure from last port).  A valid Rabies Vaccination Certificate issued by recognized Veterinarian is also required and the animal must be micro-chipped and have been blood tested prior to travel. Dogs, cats and any other pet/animal must be declared to Customs when arriving in the Canary Islands. For more information on the PETS see Travelling with Pets and Other Animals in the EU.

Departing the Canaries with a Pet On Board

If you need to see a vet for a health certificate (export license) for taking your pet to the Caribbean or other non EU destination coordinate with the Oficina de Sanidad Animal after getting your paperwork from a local veterinarian. sanimal.laspalmas@correo.gob or sanimal.tenerife@correo.gob.es.

Last updated:  September 2024