Pet Transport New Zealand to France: 2026 Guide
New Zealand's EU-listed status means no titre test and no 3-month waiting period. With a current vaccination, preparation takes 4-6 weeks. The MPI certificate, choice of hub routing to Paris CDG, and France's Category 1 breed restriction …
The New Zealand to France pet import process
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What your pet needs to enter France
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What this route typically costs
Critical points to read before you book
New Zealand is EU-listed: no titre test or 3-month wait required. Preparation takes 4-6 weeks with a current vaccination.
No direct AKL to CDG cargo service; all routings connect via Singapore or Dubai.
France Category 1 breed ban covers Pit Bull type dogs without LOF or FCI breed registration.
MPI endorsement takes a few working days; allow enough lead time within the 10-day certificate window.
Carriers approved for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals on this route. We know which carriers to use and how to book.
No titre test for New Zealand pets entering France
New Zealand is on the EU’s list of approved third countries (EU Regulation 576/2013, Annex II). Pets from New Zealand can enter France without the FAVN titre test or the 3-month wait from blood draw that applies to non-listed countries. Source: food.ec.europa.eu, 2026.
The documentation required is: ISO microchip, valid rabies vaccination (21-day post-primary wait), and an MPI-endorsed EU-format health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. 4-6 weeks preparation is sufficient for a pet whose vaccination is current.
Auckland to Paris CDG: routing via Singapore or Dubai
There is no direct cargo service from Auckland to Paris CDG. All routings connect via a hub. Singapore Airlines via Changi (SIN) and Emirates via Dubai (DXB) are the two established options for this corridor. Both operate temperature-controlled live animal cargo.
Air France Cargo connects to CDG from either hub via partner services. Booking 4-6 weeks ahead is the standard lead time. Confirm live animal acceptance on your specific flights at time of booking.
France Category 1 breed check from New Zealand
France’s Category 1 classification covers Pit Bull type dogs without official LOF or FCI breed registration. These cannot be imported into France. Category 2 (Rottweiler, American Staffordshire with pedigree) can enter with restrictions.
For most breeds common in New Zealand, including Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Border Collies, Huntaways, and German Shepherds, no breed restriction applies. If your dog resembles a Pit Bull type without breed papers, verify classification before booking.
Common questions about New Zealand to France pet transport
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