Scotland’s border control post
Animals entering the UK go through a Border Control Post (BCP) if they do not qualify for entry under the Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) or if they fall under commercial import regulations. Our specialists will guide you through the process. Extrordinair is the only approved independent border inspection post for small animals and conservation birds in Scotland.
Entry by BCP per species
The Edinburgh Airport Border Control Post is fully authorised to accept and inspect the species below. If the animal is a cat, dog, or ferret, you will need to complete an Annex I GB Health (GBHC640) Certificate before importation. If your pet is travelling within 5 days of your travel then please visit our Animal Receiving Centre page for further information. For all other species, please contact our team, and we will assist you in obtaining the correct paperwork for a smooth entry into the UK.
Fully authorised species
- Amphibians
- Pet Birds
- Cats
- Dogs
- Ferrets
- Lagomorphs
- Reptiles
- Rodents
- Fish (not for human consumption)
Veterinary checks on-site (APHA)
At Extrordinair, we have APHA-approved staff working directly at our facility, which means we can carry out official veterinary inspections and paperwork checks on-site without needing to involve external agencies. This way you benefit from:
- Faster customs clearance
- Fewer delays and paperwork issues
- A less stressful process for the animal
- Full compliance with UK rules
Logicall – Trusted Logistics
Extrordinair is part of Logicall, a one-stop-shop logistics provider, offering supply chain solutions, air and ocean freight forwarding, warehousing & fulfilment, parcel management, road transport and technical services. With 35 offices strategically located in twelve countries, we combine expert animal transport with comprehensive freight solutions.
Let us take care of the process for you
Have a question or unsure where to start? Get in touch with us or request a custom quote. We’ll take care of the details so animals and pets travel safely and in line with all UK requirements.