Animal Health Certificates


At Abbeywell Vets, we take
the stress out of pet travel with
our simple AHC Online service.
Animal Health Certificates
from as little as £69.


Our AHC Online Service is based at Abbeywell Vets in Folkestone. We are very close to the Eurotunnel Terminal in Folkestone and not too far from the Ferry Port in Dover. Collection is quick, easy and convenient so you can get on with your journey.

Over the years, our team of experienced Official Veterinarians have assisted thousands of pet owners from all over the UK with their travel needs. We have built a solid reputation for an excellent value service that people can trust, plus you have the added assurance and peace of mind that only a veterinary surgery can provide.

How it works

Five simple steps for ordering an AHC

1. Is your pet eligible?

Your Pet must have a microchip and a valid, in-date Rabies Vaccination (see our FAQs for more information).

2. Send your information

Follow the guidance very carefully. Email the completed application form along with the correctly certified documents containing the specific information required to issue an AHC. You will receive an immediate auto responder acknowledgment email so you know we have received your request.

3. Confirm your order

Once we have verified your pet rabies vaccination status and approved your application we will send you a secure Paylink. Once payment is received, your AHC is confirmed.

4. We prepare your AHC

Once payment has been received your AHC application is placed on our active list and assigned to one of our Official Veterinarians. It will be prepared and ready for the agreed collection date.

5. Scan, Sign & Travel

You must collect your AHC with your pet because we must scan and verify your pet’s microchip and we must witness you signing the declaration. We are conveniently located very close to the Eurotunnel Terminal and the Port of Dover for your onward travel to the EU. Please Note: This is a collection only service. It is prohibited by the Government to post any certificates.

Pricing

The fee for an AHC includes the first pet
There is an additional fee for each pet up to a maximum of 5 pets per Animal Health Certificate. It is important to note that waiting until the minimum 10 days prior to your preferred Collection Date to make your request may result in disappointment; we strongly recommend that you make your request for your AHC as soon as possible.

£99

Standard Service – Collection Only
minimum 10 days notice

£199

Urgent Service – Collection Only
0 to 9 days notice

£30

Extra Pet
Maximum of 5 pets per AHC

Repeat AHCs

If we have previously provided you with an AHC and you now require another AHC for your upcoming travels; providing none of the details have changed, such as the owner, the pets, the address, the vaccinations, the country of entry into the EU etc. you can benefit from this discounted service.

£69

Standard Service – Collection Only
minimum 10 days notice

£169

Urgent Service – Collection Only
minimum 0 to 9 days notice

£20

Extra Pet
Maximum of 5 pets per AHC