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, so we’re always here for you. 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 many 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.
Christmas Opening Hours
December 14th: CLOSED
Christmas Eve: 9am – 4pm
Christmas Day: CLOSED
Boxing Day: CLOSED
New Years Eve: 9am – 4pm
New Years Day: CLOSED
We are open as normal on all other days
We are closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays
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 and microchip 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.
Please Note: An AHC is valid for a maximum of 10 days to enter the EU from the collection date (FAQ No.7).
5. Scan, Sign & Travel
On your agreed collection date, you and your pet arrive at the surgery. We scan and verify your pet’s microchip and witness you signing the document. 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 UK Government to post or email certificates.
Frequently Asked Questions
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. 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