Travel documents
Travel documents are the papers that must travel with the horse under the rules, such as the passport.
What is it for?
They prove identity, ownership and health status and are often legally required.
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In many countries a horse must travel with a passport showing ownership, microchip number and vaccination history; the passport should always stay with the horse. International transport or transport as an economic activity may need extra documents and health attestations. Rules differ by country and by type of trip; always check the official national source before you travel.
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Sources: World Horse Welfare · EUR-Lex (European Union). Descriptive only; not a substitute for expert advice or training.