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Portugal
PetVoyage updated: January 17, 2026
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Vaccinations
Description:
Rabies Vaccine Requirements per EU 576/2013 Annex III
- Rabies vaccines must be administered by an authorized veterinarian.
- Primary vaccination given at minimum 12 weeks of age
- The rabies vaccination is considered valid 21 days after the primary vaccination.
- The rabies vaccination must be administered after the microchip is implanted (or on the same day).
Certifications
Description:
The EU has two versions of the pet health certificate: the "non-commercial" and the "commercial." Both health certificate versions require an Accredited Veterinarian to issue the health certificate and then USDA to endorse the health certificate before your pet's travel.
- The endorsement must happen within 10 days of your pet's arrival in the EU for non-commercial health certificates.
- The endorsement can happen any time within 48 hours after the Accredited Veterinarian issues the commercial health certificate.
- Certificate valid for 10 days from date of issue until date of check
- In case of sea transport, the 10-day period may be extended
- Template available on DGAV website
- EU passport may replace health certificate on return (if issued in EU before departure and no health condition changes)
Microchip
Dogs and cats must be identified with a microchip.
The microchip must be implanted before or on the same day as the rabies vaccination.
Origin Requirements
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Rabies
If the country of origin is not on the EU list of rabies-controlled countries: A rabies antibody blood test is required. The blood sample must be taken at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination. The test must be carried out by an EU-approved laboratory. The result must show at least 0.5 IU/ml of rabies antibodies. After the blood test, a 3-month waiting period is required before entry into Portugal.
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General
Age RequirementsMinimum age for entry: 15 weeks (12 weeks for vaccination plus 21-day waiting period)Dogs under 15 weeks not permitted entry
