The Morocco to Poland route is one many expats and returning families use each year with their pets.
This route is moderately involved, with a clear checklist to follow. Start preparations at least 20 weeks before your travel date – some steps have fixed waiting periods that cannot be shortened. A rabies titre test is required, which adds a mandatory waiting period after your pet’s vaccination. You cannot speed this up.
Use this guide to map out your preparation timeline and avoid the most common mistakes.
Documents Required for This Route
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Health certificate | Required. EU Pet Passport or AHC. Issued by: Official vet. Valid for 10 days from issue |
| Microchip record | Required (ISO 11784/11785). Before or on same day as first rabies vaccination |
| Rabies vaccination record | Required. Minimum age: 12 weeks. 21-day wait after vaccination before travel |
| Rabies titre test | Required for: Pets from non-listed countries. Not required for: EU/listed countries. Minimum: 0.5 IU/ml. 90-day wait from test date before entry |
| Import permit | Not required |
| Export permit (Morocco) | {'required': False} |
| Export health certificate | ONSSA-endorsed health certificate. |
How the Process Works
Poland: Entry Requirements for Pets
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Microchip | Required (ISO 11784/11785). Before or on same day as first rabies vaccination |
| Rabies vaccination | Required. Minimum age: 12 weeks. 21-day wait after vaccination before travel |
| Rabies titre test | Required for: Pets from non-listed countries. Not required for: EU/listed countries. Minimum: 0.5 IU/ml. 90-day wait from test date before entry |
| Quarantine | No routine quarantine for compliant pets. Penalty quarantine applies if documentation is non-compliant |
| Import permit | Not required |
| Health certificate | Required. EU Pet Passport or AHC. Issued by: Official vet. Valid for 10 days from issue |
Leaving Morocco: Export Requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Export permit | {'required': False} |
| Health certificate | ONSSA-endorsed health certificate. |
What This Route Typically Costs
| # | Cost factor |
|---|---|
| 1 | Airline cargo or cabin fees (varies by carrier, route, pet weight, and crate size) |
| 2 | IATA-compliant travel crate (purchase or hire) |
| 3 | Veterinary fees: vaccinations, microchipping, health certificate |
| 4 | Rabies titre test laboratory fee |
| 5 | Pet transport agent fee (recommended for complex routes) |
Critical Points — Read Before You Book
What to know about the Morocco to Poland route
Compared to some international pet transport routes, Morocco to Poland is manageable. That said, every country’s rules are different and the timing requirements are strict.
EU member. Poland follows standard EU pet travel rules. Large diaspora population means significant pet movement between Poland and UK, Germany, Ireland.
Things to sort before you book
Microchip first, then vaccinate. The microchip must be implanted before any rabies vaccination for the vaccination to count. It’s the most common and costly mistake people make.
Book the titre test laboratory well in advance. Approved labs have limited appointment slots and the blood sample processing takes time. Don’t leave this to the last few weeks.
Get the health certificate from an official (government-approved) veterinarian, not just your regular vet. Some countries have strict requirements about who can sign the certificate. Check the destination authority’s approved list.
If this is your first international pet move, consider using a registered pet transport agent. They handle the documentation, airline booking, crate sizing, and can troubleshoot issues. IPATA-registered agents are the recognised standard.
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