Pet Transport from Pakistan to Greece
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Moving to Greece from Pakistan with a dog or cat means starting the paperwork months before your flight.
This route is relatively straightforward compared to some international routes. Start preparations at least 4 weeks before your travel date – some steps have fixed waiting periods that cannot be shortened.
Getting the timing right is critical. Work backwards from your travel date and add a buffer.
The Pakistan to Greece process
Responsible: Your veterinarian
Responsible: Your veterinarian
Responsible: You (or your pet transport agent)
Responsible: Official veterinarian
Responsible: You + airline check-in/cargo desk
Greece: entry requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Microchip | Required (ISO 11784/11785) |
| Rabies vaccination | Required. Minimum age: 12 weeks. 21-day wait after vaccination before travel |
| Rabies titre test | Not required |
| Quarantine | No routine quarantine for compliant pets |
| Import permit | EU pet passport or health certificate |
| Health certificate | Required. Issued by: Official veterinarian. Valid for 10 days from issue |
Export requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Export permit | {'required': True, 'issued_by': 'Animal Quarantine Department'} |
| Health certificate | Health certificate endorsed by national authority required for export. |
What this route typically costs
| 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 | Pet transport agent fee (recommended for complex routes) |
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Airlines on this route
Understanding Greece's pet import rules
Compared to some international pet transport routes, Pakistan to Greece is manageable. That said, every country’s rules are different and the timing requirements are strict.
EU member state. EU rules apply.
Practical advice for shipping your pet from Pakistan
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.
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.
Common questions
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