Exporting Non-Commercial Dogs and Cats to Finland
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Please read the following information carefully as it contains important details on pet transport to Finland.
1. Statutory authority
Pursuant to section 60 of the Animal Products Act 1999, I notify the following overseas market access requirements, entitled Non-commercial Dogs and Cats to Finland.
This notice takes effect from date of signing.
Dated at Wellington on this 29th day of April 2005.
Signed: Debbie Pearson
Director Preclearance
Biosecurity New Zealand
(pursuant to delegated authority)
2. Finland Requirements
Dogs and cats exported from New Zealand to Finland must comply with the import requirements of Finland listed in this notice as follows:
2.1 The certificate must be in English and well as Finish.
2.2 An official veterinarian of New Zealand must certify the following:
2.2.1 A microchip is implanted in the animal; (number, location, and date of implant).
2.2.2 The animal has been vaccinated against rabies; (manufacturer and name of vaccine, batch number, vaccination date, validity). The animal must be 3 months old at the time of rabies vaccination.
2.3 A local veterinarian of New Zealand must certify the following:
2.3.1 The animal has been treated, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, between 24-48 hours prior to departure with a praziquantel-based product effective against Echinococcus multilocularis; (manufacturer and name of product, date and time of treatment, name, details and signature of Veterinarian).
2.4 The export certificate must be accompanied by supporting documentation, or a certified copy of it, including vaccination details. This documentation must bear identification details of the animals concerned.
2.5 The animal must be first microchipped and then vaccinated against rabies
2.6 The animal can only be exported 21 days after the rabies vaccination.
3. Revocations
DOMANIEC.FIN 27.09.04 – dogs and cats to Finland is revoked and replaced by this OMAR notification.
4. Definitions
For the purposes of this document:
Any term or expression that is defined in the Animal Products Act 1999 and used, but not defined in this document, has the same meaning as in this Act.
Explanatory note
This OMAR is based on the EU regulations 998/2003.
Additional Information on OMAR Notification: DOMANIEC.FIN – 30.03.05
No import permit is required.
If the microchip does not comply with ISO standard 11784 or Annex A to ISO standard 11785, the owner or exporter responsible on behalf of the owner must provide the necessary means for reading the microchip at inspection in the importing country.
The export certificate is only valid for 4 months after the official vet has signed the certificate or until the expiry date of the vaccine, whichever is earlier.
The export certificate must be accompanied by supporting documentation, or a certified copy of it, including vaccination details. This documentation must bear identification details of the animals concerned.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I transport my cat from New Zealand to Finland?
Cats travelling from New Zealand to Finland need the appropriate identification, rabies vaccination, and export documentation before travelling. A professional pet transport service can help coordinate the veterinary requirements and paperwork involved.
What are the requirements for exporting a dog or cat from New Zealand to Finland?
Dogs and cats travelling from New Zealand to Finland need to meet Finland’s import requirements, including microchipping, rabies vaccination (with the animal at least 3 months old at the time of vaccination), veterinary certification, and parasite treatment prior to departure. The exact requirements can depend on the pet’s circumstances and current regulations.
Does my pet need to be microchipped before travelling to Finland?
Yes. Your pet must be properly identified with a compliant microchip before the rabies vaccination. Finnish requirements specify that the microchip should meet relevant ISO standards.
Does my dog or cat need a rabies vaccination to travel from New Zealand to Finland?
Yes. A valid rabies vaccination is required for dogs and cats travelling to Finland, administered only after the pet has been microchipped. The pet must be at least 3 months old at the time of vaccination, and export can only take place 21 days after the vaccination date.
What documents does my pet need to travel from New Zealand to Finland?
Your pet will need the appropriate veterinary and export documentation, including identification and vaccination records. An official health certificate is required, prepared in both English and Finnish, along with supporting documentation depending on the applicable export and import requirements.
What vaccinations does my pet need to travel to Finland?
Rabies vaccination is required, and your pet must be at least 3 months old when vaccinated. The vaccination must be at least 21 days old before your pet can be exported, and all vaccination details must be accurately documented on the certificate.