Microchip & EU Pet Passport
Safe identification and comprehensive documentation for your pet – the foundation for travel within the EU and quick recovery in case of loss.
The Microchip – Your Pet Uniquely Identified
The microchip is a rice grain-sized transponder that is implanted under your pet's skin. It contains a globally unique 15-digit number that uniquely identifies your pet.
- Painless implantation – like a regular vaccination
- Lifetime durability without battery
- Globally uniform ISO standard
- Cannot be manipulated or forged
- Can be read by any standard reader
How It Works
Implantation
The chip is inserted under the skin in the neck area using a sterile single-use syringe.
Registration
We register your pet with TASSO e.V. or another pet registry with your contact information.
Documentation
The chip number is entered in the EU pet passport and secured with a barcode sticker.
The EU Pet Passport – Travel Without Borders
The EU pet passport is the official travel document for dogs, cats and ferrets within the European Union. It documents your pet's vaccinations and health status.
Official Document
Can only be issued by authorized veterinarians and contains security features.
Chip Required
Prerequisite for the passport is microchip identification to ISO standard.
Valid EU-wide
Allows travel with your pet to all EU member states and many other countries.
What Is Documented in the EU Pet Passport?
For Which Animals?
Microchip and EU pet passport are available for various animal species and are sometimes legally required.
Dogs
In Germany, dogs must be identified. The microchip is mandatory for travel abroad.
Required for international travelCats
We also strongly recommend identification for cats. For outdoor cats, the chance of recovery is significantly increased.
Highly recommendedFerrets
Ferrets also need a microchip and EU pet passport for travel within the EU.
Required for international travelTravel with Your Pet – What Matters
Plan your trip in advance and check the entry requirements of your destination country.
Planning
- • Rabies vaccination at least 21 days before departure
- • For first vaccination: allow 3 weeks waiting time
- • Some countries require longer advance notice
Health Certificate
- • Additionally required for some countries
- • Issue max. 10 days before departure
- • Official veterinary certification may be required
Third Countries
- • Non-EU countries have their own regulations
- • Titer determination sometimes required
- • Inform and plan early
Special Notes
- • Max. 5 animals per person without trade documents
- • Puppies: min. 15 weeks old for EU travel
- • Some breeds are subject to restrictions
Important Before Every Trip
Find out the current entry requirements for your destination in advance. We are happy to advise you and issue all necessary documents.
Why Registration Is So Important
A microchip without registration is like a telephone without a number – useless in an emergency.
Book Your Appointment Now
Have your pet chipped and get your EU pet passport. We are also happy to advise you on travel requirements.