Britain Changes TOR Rules

(April 14, 2017) The British government has announced major changes to the Transfer of Residence (TOR) protocols for people permanently moving to the UK.

Transfer of Residence documents for Britain includes all household goods imported by the new residents. TOR now requires that pets be on the list. The change also requires 30 days' notice before arrival.

British customs officials have warned that pet entry inspection and clearance will take longer--possibly up to 10 hours. If you are planning to move to the UK, please plan ahead and speak to one of our UK pet move specialists at least two months before you relocate. Jax did. He moved from Portland, OR to London in January.

Indefinite British Airways Cargo Embargo TPA to LGW

(April 14, 2017) British Airways has stopped all cargo shipments from Tampa International Airport to London Gatwick Airport indefinitely. 

This change affects all pet moves from Tampa to London. Air Animal will post updates to our alerts when TPA to LGW air cargo service resumes. In the meantime, Air Animal clients will use our Orlando office and fly on one of two daily flights direct from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Gatwick.

After reading about the stoppage online, Air Animal founder, Dr. Walter Woolf said, "All hiccups can be managed with enough creativity and experience. That's why Pet Moving Made Easy is our motto."

If you are planning a pet move from west central Florida to the UK, please plan ahead and book early.