What travel documents do I need for my pet?

What travel documents and health certificates do I need for my pet?
If you want to go on a plane trip with your pet, it is very important to be informed in advance of everything.

Travel documents for pets are necessary and without them, he cannot fly. No matter what animal it is, it is necessary that you have a certificate confirming that the conditions for its non-commercial movement are fulfilled. This means that the pet is not on the fly for sale or gift, but is being brought in, transited, brought out or re-bought back.

Travel documents for pets

Some animals like dogs and cats may also have a passport. It is an identification document that contains information about the owner or holder of the animal, the name of the animal, its date of birth, race, sex, microchip, vaccinations, as well as diagnostic tests.

Pet passports (dogs and cats) are issued by veterinary stations or dispensaries, while other animals (such as parrots, hamsters, etc.) do not have passports, but require a veterinary certificate to cross the border.

Wild protected species require special CITES permits. You can check if the species is protected by the CITES Convention here.

If the pet does not meet the veterinary requirements, entry to the landing area may be denied. The animal is then returned to the country of origin or quarantined. Should such a situation arise, the pet owner shall bear all the costs incurred in implementing the above measures.

Keep in mind that you must have the certificate that the pet has been vaccinated against rabies and other infectious diseases. Keep with you all valid health certificates that are required in all flight segments.

Traveling pets by plane

The pet can be flown by plane accompanied by the owner or other responsible person to whom the owner has given a certified authorization.