Pet Transport from Uruguay to Ireland: 2026 Guide
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The journey from Uruguay to Ireland for a pet is straightforward to plan once the key dates are mapped out. This route takes some organising, and roughly 20-28 weeks of preparation is about right. Pets with correct documentation skip quarantine entirely.
A rabies titre test is required, and it carries a fixed waiting period, so start it early. Work through the steps below in order and you will arrive in good shape.
The Uruguay to Ireland process
Responsible: Vet in Uruguay.
Responsible: MGAP-DGSG-registered vet.
Responsible: Vet and EU-approved laboratory.
Responsible: N/A
Responsible: Vet in Uruguay, close to the departure date.
Responsible: Owner or agent; MGAP-DGSG-registered vet.
Ireland: entry requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Microchip | Required. ISO 11784/11785. Must be implanted before or on the same day as the rabies vaccination and must match every document. |
| Rabies vaccination | Required. Minimum age 12 weeks. 21-day wait after the primary vaccination. |
| Rabies titre test | Required. Uruguay is an EU unlisted third country. FAVN or ELISA titre test at an EU-approved laboratory, minimum result 0.5 IU/ml, blood drawn at least 30 days after vaccination, then a fixed 90-day wait from the blood draw date. Source: Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/131 and Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/636. |
| Quarantine | No routine quarantine for compliant arrivals. Non-compliant documentation can trigger detention at DAFM's discretion. |
| Import permit | Not required, but arrival must be notified through DAFM's Advance Notice Portal at least 24 hours before landing. |
| Health certificate | EU-format Animal Health Certificate endorsed by MGAP-DGSG, issued within 10 days of travel. |
Export requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Export permit | No formal export permit required for companion cats and dogs leaving Uruguay. |
| Health certificate | Official export health certificate from an MGAP-DGSG-registered veterinarian, endorsed by the Dirección General de Servicios Ganaderos (DGSG). Completed in EU format for Ireland. Issued within 10 days of travel. |
What this route typically costs
| 1 | FAVN titre test plus international sample shipping: USD 200-320. |
| 2 | MGAP-DGSG-endorsed export health certificate: USD 90-170. |
| 3 | Tapeworm treatment (dogs): USD 20-45. |
| 4 | Cargo fee, Montevideo to Dublin via Madrid or Amsterdam: USD 1,400-2,600 depending on crate size and season. |
| 5 | IATA-approved travel crate: USD 120-380. |
| 6 | Total typical range: USD 2,200-4,300 over 5-7 months. |
Read before you book
Airlines on this route
The rules for bringing a pet into Ireland
How to keep this move on track
Use an official, government-authorised vet for the health certificate, not just your usual clinic. Many destinations only accept certificates signed by an approved vet.
If this is your first international move, consider an IPATA-registered pet transport agent. They handle the documents, airline booking and crate sizing, and can troubleshoot problems.
Get your pet used to the travel crate weeks in advance. A calm, crate-familiar animal travels far better than one meeting the crate for the first time at the airport.
Confirm live animal acceptance on every flight segment before booking. Not all aircraft or connections take pets, and cargo terms can differ leg to leg.
Common questions
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