New Zealand applies its NZSTAP protocol universally, no country gets an exemption. From France, this means two vaccinations, a titre test at an MPI-approved laboratory, 180-day wait, NZSTAP approval, and 10-day quarantine on arrival. Allow …
Each step must be completed in a precise sequence. Start early. We manage every stage and deadline.
1
Microchip (before or same day as first vaccination)
Responsible: French vet
Week 0
2
First rabies vaccination (inactivated virus)
Responsible: French vet
Week 0-2
3
Second rabies vaccination (28+ days after first)
Responsible: French vet
Week 4+
4
Apply for NZSTAP approval from MPI
Responsible: You or agent via nzstap.mpi.govt.nz
Start early. Apply before or during vaccination sequence.
5
FAVN titre test at MPI-approved laboratory
Responsible: French vet + MPI-approved lab
Week 8+ (30+ days after second vaccination). 180-day clock starts.
6
180-day wait from blood draw
Responsible: N/A
Weeks 8-34
7
Pre-book MPI quarantine facility (10 days)
Responsible: You or agent
As early as possible.
8
Book Air France or Singapore Airlines Cargo CDG-AKL
Responsible: You or agent
Week 32+
9
DDPP-endorsed MPI health certificate
Responsible: DDPP-authorised vet + DDPP
Within 10 days of travel.
10
Arrive Auckland. 10-day MPI quarantine.
Responsible: MPI-approved facility
Pre-paid.
Requirements
What your pet needs to enter New Zealand
Every item below must be in place before your pet can travel. We manage and verify each one.
Microchip
Required (ISO 11784/11785). Before or same day as first vaccination.
Rabies vaccination
Two inactivated-virus vaccinations required. Both after microchip. At least 28 days apart.
Rabies titre test
Mandatory from ALL countries. FAVN at MPI-approved lab. Minimum 0.5 IU/ml. Blood drawn 30+ days after second vaccination. 180-day wait from blood draw. No exceptions.
Quarantine
Mandatory 10 days at MPI-approved quarantine facility. Pre-book. Owner pays.
Import permit
NZSTAP import approval from MPI required before travel.
Health certificate
DDPP-endorsed health certificate in MPI format. Within 10 days of travel.
Export permit (France)
No formal export permit for personal pets from France.
Costs
What this route typically costs
Cargo fees CDG-AKL
IATA-compliant crate
FAVN titre test at MPI-approved lab (SCELAB France is MPI-approved)
NZSTAP application fee
10-day MPI quarantine fees (owner pays)
DDPP health certificate endorsement
Agent fee
Critical points to read before you book
New Zealand requires titre test + 180-day wait from ALL countries. No exemptions for EU/France.
10-day quarantine on arrival is mandatory in addition to the pre-travel 180-day wait.
SCELAB in France is MPI-approved, a practical advantage for French pet owners.
Apply for NZSTAP approval early.
Airlines
Carriers approved for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals on this route. We know which carriers to use and how to book.
AIR FRANCE
Air France
Air France Cargo CDG-AKL via connections. National carrier of origin. Good cargo operation at CDG.
Cargo Only
AIR NEW
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand Cargo AKL-CDG reverse, connects to Paris. National carrier of destination with MPI quarantine familiarity.
Cargo Only
SINGAPORE
Singapore Airlines
Via Singapore SIN to AKL. Most commonly used Europe-NZ routing. Reliable temperature-controlled hold.
Cargo Only
EMIRATES
Emirates
Via Dubai DXB to AKL. Summer heat embargoes at DXB may apply.
Cargo Only
QANTAS
Qantas
Via Sydney SYD or Melbourne MEL to AKL. Qantas Freight. Connection to NZ.
Cargo Only
Compliance data: France to New Zealand
Requirement
Detail
Microchip
ISO 11784/11785, before or same day as first vaccination
Vaccination
Two inactivated-virus rabies, 28+ days apart
Titre test
FAVN, MPI-approved lab, 0.5+ IU/ml, 30+ days after second vax
Post-titre wait
180 days from blood draw. No exceptions.
NZSTAP permit
Required from MPI before travel
Quarantine on arrival
10 days mandatory, MPI facility, owner pays
Health certificate
DDPP-endorsed MPI format, within 10 days
Total preparation
38-44 weeks
Complexity
Very high
Source: MPI nzstap.mpi.govt.nz. Verify before starting.
SCELAB: the French advantage on this route too
SCELAB in Nancy, France, is on New Zealand’s MPI approved laboratory list, the same AQS-approved lab that benefits French pet owners heading to Japan. For New Zealand, this means the FAVN titre test can be processed domestically. Your French vet draws the blood; SCELAB runs the test; the result counts for MPI purposes.
Verify SCELAB remains on the current MPI approved list at nzstap.mpi.govt.nz before booking the test. Approved laboratory lists are updated periodically.
Routing CDG to AKL
Airline
Route
Notes
Singapore Airlines Cargo
CDG via SIN to AKL
Most used Europe-NZ routing. Reliable hold.
Air France Cargo
CDG via connections to AKL
National carrier. CDG cargo familiarity.
Air New Zealand Cargo
CDG via Pacific hub to AKL
MPI quarantine familiarity at Auckland.
Emirates SkyCargo
CDG via DXB to AKL
Summer heat restrictions at DXB.
Qantas Freight
CDG via SYD/MEL to AKL
Australian hub connection to NZ.
No direct Paris-Auckland cargo service. Singapore Airlines via Changi is the most commonly used routing for European pets heading to New Zealand.
FAQ
Common questions about France to New Zealand pet transport
No. New Zealand requires the NZSTAP protocol from all countries without exception. EU membership and French veterinary standards make no difference: two vaccinations, FAVN titre test, 180-day wait, NZSTAP approval, and 10-day quarantine all apply.
Yes. SCELAB in Nancy is on New Zealand’s MPI approved laboratory list. The blood draw happens at your French vet; the sample goes to SCELAB for testing. Verify SCELAB remains MPI-approved at nzstap.mpi.govt.nz before booking.
Yes. The 10-day quarantine at an MPI-approved facility is mandatory on arrival in New Zealand, separate from and in addition to the 180-day pre-travel wait. It must be pre-booked.
New Zealand’s Standard Treatment and Approval Process, the government approval required before your pet can travel to New Zealand. Apply via MPI at nzstap.mpi.govt.nz as early as possible. The approval conditions must match the health certificate issued in France exactly.
Singapore Airlines via Changi is the most commonly used option. Air France and Air New Zealand also connect CDG to AKL via transit hubs. No direct Paris-Auckland service exists.