Pet Transport from Belgium to Canada
Moving a dog or cat from Belgium to Canada is straightforward. Canada does not require quarantine, titre tests, or import permits for personal pets from Belgium. The main requirement is a valid rabies vaccination certificate in English or French. Belgium is …
The Belgium to Canada import process
Every step must be completed in sequence. A single missed deadline can add months to your timeline. We own the entire process.
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What your pet needs to enter Canada
Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.
What this route typically costs
Critical points
Rabies vaccination certificate must be in English or French. Belgium is bilingual (Dutch/French); confirm the certificate includes English or French content.
No direct Brussels-Canada flight on most major carriers. Factor in connection time and confirm full cargo chain before booking.
Approved carriers for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.
What does Canada require for pets arriving from Belgium?
Does the certificate from a Belgian vet need to be in English or French?
Yes. Belgium has both Dutch-speaking (Flemish) and French-speaking regions. A certificate issued in Dutch only will not be accepted at the Canadian border. Canadian regulations require English or French.
French-speaking Belgian vets can issue in French, which Canada accepts. Flemish vets typically issue in Dutch; ask for an English version or add English notation. The simplest route is to ask your vet to include English text, or to have the certificate officially translated before travel.
How do I route my pet from Belgium to Canada?
No direct Brussels-to-Canada flight operates on most major carriers. The most common option is Brussels Airlines to Frankfurt (connecting to Lufthansa for the transatlantic leg), or via other European hubs. Air Transat operates seasonal charters from Brussels to Canada; confirm availability for your travel dates.
Small pets can travel in the cabin on some European and transatlantic routes. Larger pets travel as cargo or checked baggage. Confirm the full cargo arrangement on each leg before booking.