Europe
Pet travel to Amsterdam
Schiphol airport concierge with real-time customs coordination.
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
EU Health Certificate or valid EU pet passport
- 2
ISO-compliant microchip (15-digit)
- 3
Rabies vaccination current and documented
- 4
NVWA import notification (non-EU origin)
These are the official entry rules for Netherlands.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for Netherlands.
Schiphol's NVWA office operates on appointment. We pre-file all notifications and coordinate timeslots to prevent inspection delays.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Amsterdam.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Amsterdam.
Permit Filing
Our team files all import permits and advance notifications on your behalf, tracking approval status in real time.
Veterinary Coordination
We work with your vet or our partner clinics to issue compliant health certificates timed precisely to departure.
Airport Concierge
A dedicated chaperone manages customs inspection, APHIS or border authority clearance, and handover at destination.
Local Logistics
Getting your pet into Amsterdam.
Schiphol's NVWA (Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority) office operates by appointment. We pre-file all import notifications and coordinate timeslots to prevent inspection delays in the dedicated animal handling area.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
7–14 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Amsterdam.
Holiday Inn - The Niu Fender Amsterdam by IHG
Holiday Inn - The Niu Fender Amsterdam by IHG allows pets of any size for an additional fee of €25 per pet, per night. Both dogs and cats are welcome.
Unique High-End Canal House
This 2-bedroom apartment in Amsterdam is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are welcome for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
Appartement Voorhuis en Chalet Klein Waterland
Appartement Voorhuis en Chalet Klein Waterland allows dogs of any size for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
Paws en Route
Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Amsterdam.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Amsterdam. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Amsterdam with your pet.
One of the biggest anxieties of pet travel is local transit. Here's everything you need to know before you land.
Public Transit
Dogs are permitted on GVB trams, buses, and the metro with a valid dog ticket (same price as a child fare). Must be on a lead and calm; well-behaved dogs are rarely questioned.
Private Cars
Our Amsterdam network of private hire vehicles covers the city and airport. All drivers confirmed pet-friendly; SUVs available for multiple pets or large breeds.
On Foot
Amsterdam is best experienced on foot and by canal path. We provide detailed maps of off-lead zones in Vondelpark, the Jordaan, and Amsterdamse Bos.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Amsterdam, with your dog.
Beatrixpark
Beatrixpark is a lovely park in the Zuider Amstel neighborhood. While it's not exactly centrally located, the park is less crowded and cleaner than
Beatrixpark, Amsterdam, NL
Dog Beach Gaasperplas
Four-legged friends are invited to check out Dog Beach Gaasperplas in Amsterdam, NL. This recreation area features grass, benches and access to
Valburgdreef, Amsterdam, NL, 1108
Amsterdam Boat Adventures
Amsterdam Boat Adventures is pet-friendly tour in Amsterdam, NL. Dogs are welcome on board this amazing Amsterdam canal cruise. Amsterdam is famous
51 C Amstel, Amsterdam, NL, 1018 EJ
Paws en Route
Want more to do with your dog? Our experts plan the perfect itinerary in Amsterdam.
Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
Dierenkliniek Amsterdam-Noord
Export Clinic
Dierenarts Jordaan
Boarding & Daycare
Hotel voor Honden Amsterdam
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We handle the flights, the veterinary compliance, and the door-to-door logistics. Tell us where you're starting from, and we'll calculate the route to Amsterdam.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Amsterdam: permits, vet appointments, and health certificates timed precisely to your departure window so nothing expires before you board.
Local Intelligence, Pre-loaded
Vetted stays, pet-safe transit routes, and emergency contacts, all curated for Amsterdam and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Amsterdam.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
