Rules change. Entry rules for pets are set by each country and can change at short notice. This page was checked on 20 October 2026. Charter-A confirms the rules for your exact route and dates when you book, and you should always check the official source linked on the page.
Some national details were not available to us. We have checked the main requirements against official sources. We confirm the rest for your exact route and dates when you enquire.
Switzerland: what is specific to the country
- Great Britain is on Switzerland's low-risk rabies list. Microchip first, rabies vaccination (from 12 weeks, effective after 21 days). An entry check is always done at the red customs exit.
- Docked ears/tails: import of dogs with docked ears and/or tails is prohibited.
- Plane entry accompanied: airports in Basel, Geneva or Zurich named on the FSVO page. Private airfields: Not yet confirmed: .
- Not yet confirmed: whether a GB AHC is accepted; the Swiss page asks for a Swiss/EU pet passport or the exporting country's vet certificate (EU 2026/705 model).
Returning from Switzerland to the UK
- Part 1 listed: Swiss pet passport, GB-issued AHC or GB pet health certificate.
- Dogs: tapeworm treatment 24 hours to 5 days before arrival; declaration; approved route.
Good to know
Sedation is generally not necessary, says the Swiss FSVO.
Flying on a private charter means your pet stays with you in the cabin. We plan the arrival airport around the checks your route needs. See how it works or ask us for a quote to Switzerland.
The full rules for leaving and entering Great Britain: leaving the UK · bringing a pet into the UK.
Official sources (read 20 October 2026): Swiss FSVO/BLV - Travelling with dogs, cats and ferrets · Swiss FSVO/BLV - Preparing to travel with pets (incl. flying and sedation) · Swiss FSVO/BLV - List of countries by rabies status (GB, USA, UAE, Canada = low risk) (status 06.2026) · GOV.UK - Which pet travel document you need