The recent UK-EU deal reveals some positive developments regarding travel for Brits in France, such as the introduction of 'pet passports' for UK pets, simplifying travel processes. This comes in light of the complexities introduced post-Brexit, where obtaining Animal Health Certificates became cumbersome and costly. Although the agreement marks an important step, it primarily outlines topics for future discussion rather than concrete agreements. Nevertheless, it signifies progress in addressing practical issues faced by UK residents in the EU, enhancing their mobility and quality of life.
The first post-Brexit EU-UK summit ended with a press conference full of warm words and vague promises, and a more detailed document showing exactly what had been agreed.
Basically pre Brexit British dogs, cats and ferrets could get an EU Pet Passport, which meant frictionless borders.
Brexit then took the UK out of that scheme, so now pet owners need an Animal Health Certificate in order to visit the EU - they cost around £100, but crucially only cover a single trip.
The document seems to say that UK residents would once again be eligible for an EU Pet Passport.
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