Moving to Portugal with a pet
Bringing a dog or cat to Portugal: microchip, rabies vaccination, pet passport, rules for non-EU countries and registering your pet.
What this guide will cover
- Microchip and rabies vaccination
- Pets from EU countries
- Pets from outside the EU
- Registering your pet in Portugal
- Renting with a pet
Official sources
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