Lead time needed
22-28 weeks
Quarantine
None
Route complexity
High
Airlines
3 carriers on this route
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Pet Transport from Armenia to Spain

Bringing your dog or cat from Armenia to Spain takes some coordination, but the requirements are well defined. There is a fair amount of paperwork here, so plan on around 22-28 weeks. No routine quarantine applies as long as every requirement is met. Map your …

In short: Preparing to move a pet from Armenia to Spain typically takes around 22-28 weeks. There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets.
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Step by step

The Armenia to Spain import process

Every step must be completed in sequence. A single missed deadline can add months to your timeline. We own the entire process.

1
First step, before rabies vaccination
Implant ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Responsible: Your veterinarian in Armenia

2
After microchip. Allow 30 days before titre test blood draw.
Rabies vaccination (pet at least 12 weeks old)

Responsible: Your veterinarian in Armenia

3
Blood drawn at least 30 days after vaccination. 3-month wait into Spain starts from this date.
FAVN/RNATT titre test at EU-approved laboratory

Responsible: Official veterinarian plus EU-approved laboratory

4
Runs from blood draw date, not result date. Cannot be shortened.
3-month waiting period from blood draw date

Responsible: Owner

5
Within 10 days of travel. Confirm validity window with SSFS and MAPA.
SSFS-endorsed health certificate issued close to travel date

Responsible: Official vet and SSFS

6
Book cargo space 4-6 weeks before travel
Fly Yerevan (EVN) to Madrid (MAD) or Barcelona (BCN)

Responsible: Owner or IPATA-registered agent

Requirements

What your pet needs to enter Spain

Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.

Microchip
ISO 11784/11785 microchip required. Must be implanted before the rabies …
Rabies vaccination
Rabies vaccination required. Pet must be at least 12 weeks old. 21-day wait …
Rabies titre test
FAVN or RNATT titre test at an EU-approved laboratory. Minimum result 0.5 IU/ml. …
Quarantine
No routine quarantine for fully compliant arrivals. Spanish veterinary border …
Import permit
No separate import permit required. The Animal Health Certificate serves as the …
Health certificate
Animal Health Certificate (AHC) issued by an official vet in Armenia and …
Export permit
No separate export permit required for companion animals. The SSFS-endorsed …
Costs

What this route typically costs

FAVN titre test at EU-approved laboratory including sample courier: …
Airline cargo fees EVN to MAD/BCN via connection: EUR 600-1,800 …
SSFS health certificate endorsement and vet fees: EUR 80-250
Spanish border inspection fee on arrival: EUR 100-250
IATA-compliant travel crate: EUR 70-280
Pet transport agent (optional): EUR 300-700

Critical points

The 3-month wait is counted from the blood draw date, not the result date. Miscalculating this causes the move to fail at the Spanish border.

SSFS endorsement processing times can vary. Confirm current turnaround time before booking flights.

PPP-listed breeds require civil liability insurance of at least EUR 120,000 before arriving in Spain. This cannot be arranged after landing.

Airlines

Approved carriers for this route

Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.

Turkish Airlines
Main option from Yerevan (EVN). Routes via Istanbul (IST) to Madrid (MAD) or Barcelona …
Cabin and Cargo
Flydubai / Emirates
Routing via Dubai (DXB) then onwards to Madrid. Requires confirmation of pet acceptance on …
Cargo Only
Vueling via partner connections
Vueling serves Barcelona (BCN). Connections via Istanbul or other hubs possible. Verify …
Cargo Only

Spain entry requirements at a glance

Bringing a pet into Spain involves a fair amount of documentation. Keep everything organised and check each item against the current requirements before you book.

Getting the details right

Microchip before you vaccinate. The microchip must be in place before the rabies shot for the vaccination to count, and getting this order wrong is the most common and costly mistake.

Use an official, government-authorised vet for the health certificate, not just your usual clinic. Many destinations only accept certificates signed by an approved vet.

If this is your first international move, consider an IPATA-registered pet transport agent. They handle the documents, airline booking and crate sizing, and can troubleshoot problems.

Get your pet used to the travel crate weeks in advance. A calm, crate-familiar animal travels far better than one meeting the crate for the first time at the airport.

FAQ

Common questions

Yes. Armenia is not on the EU’s approved third-country list, so the full unlisted-country import process applies. Blood must be drawn at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination and tested at an EU-approved laboratory. The result must be 0.5 IU/ml or above. After a passing titre result, a 3-month wait from the blood draw date is mandatory before Spain entry is allowed.
Allow 5 to 6 months from the start. The main driver is the 3-month waiting period after the titre test blood draw. Add the 30-day gap between vaccination and blood draw and you can see why starting early is essential. Book your flight only once you know your blood draw date and can calculate the exact earliest entry date.
Turkish Airlines is the main option, connecting through Istanbul to Madrid or Barcelona. Routing via Dubai with Flydubai and Emirates is possible but requires confirming the pet policy on both legs separately. Vueling connects through partners but verify cargo pet acceptance across the full itinerary before booking.
No quarantine for fully compliant pets. Spain requires the correct microchip, valid rabies vaccination, passing titre test result, completion of the 3-month wait, and a valid SSFS-endorsed health certificate. Pets arriving with incomplete paperwork can be held at the border and may be returned at the owner’s expense.
Spain’s PPP list covers American Pit Bull Terrier, Rottweiler, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Tosa Inu, Akita Inu and crosses. PPP dogs must have civil liability insurance of at least EUR 120,000 before arriving in Spain, plus a valid owner licence. In public spaces the dog must be muzzled and on a short lead.
Airline guides
  • Turkish Airlines
  • Flydubai / Emirates
  • Vueling via partner connections
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International pet transport route
Lead time22-28 weeks
QuarantineNone
ComplexityHigh
Airlines3
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