Thank you to everyone who joined the Cruising Association’s talks at the Southampton International Boat Show on 'Travelling with Pets' and 'Cruising in Europe: How to Extend Your Stay.' To help you make the most of the information shared, we have listed the key links and resources referenced in both sessions.
These talks were presented by representatives of the CA’ Regulatory & Technical Services (RATS) Group – non-members can find out more here.
Discover more about the CA at the show at www.theca.org.uk/southamptonboatshow.
Travelling with pets: get the latest on travelling with pets from Great Britain to the EU – by Tania Nieveen
Talk Synopsis
Choosing to take your pet(s) cruising with you can increase your enjoyment of your trip. However, if you are cruising into EU waters (or beyond) with your pet, some important planning and preparation steps are required to ensure your pet meets the requirements of entry/exit from the countries you are visiting.
Useful Information
- Cruising Association: Travelling with Pets
- EU Commission: Travellers’ Points of Entry (TPEs)
- UK Government Pet Travel Helpline: Email: pettravel@apha.gov.uk / Tel: + 44 (0) 370 241 1710
- UK Government: Northern Ireland Pet Travel Scheme
- UK Government: Bringing your pet dog, cat or ferret to Great Britain
Cruising in Europe: find out how to extend your stay - by Judy Evans
Talk Synopsis
Following the departure of the UK from the European Union in 2021, UK nationals are now subject to the same travel restrictions as nationals from other non-EU countries. This talk helped to demystify some of the requirements and restrictions, while also highlighting what opportunities remain for extended travel in Europe - for both UK and other non-EU nationals.
Useful Information
- Cruising Association: Travel to and extended stays in EU and Schengen Area
- Cruising Association: 180-day Campaign
- Cruising Association: Impact of the Gibraltar Agreement - what we know so far
- UK Government: Travel to the EU and Schengen Area
- UK Government: Common Travel Agreement
- UK Government: EU Entry/Exit System
- UK Government: Press for 180 Day Change - Contact your MP
- UK Government: Schengen Borders and Visas
- EU Commission: Practical Handbook for Border Guards
- EU Commission: European Entry Exit system - EES
- EU Commission: European Travel Information Authorization System - ETIAS
- European Union: Freedom of Movement Directive
- European Union: Bilateral visa waiver agreements
- Republic of Croatia Ministry of the Interior: Temporary stay of third-country nationals
- The Government of the French Republic: Welcome to France-Visas
- The Sweden Migration Agency: For those who want to visit or live in Sweden
- VisaGuide.World: Worldwide Travel Visa Guide
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23 September 2025