Can I travel with my dog across Europe?

You can get a European pet passport for your dog, cat or ferret from any authorised vet (permitted by the relevant authorities to issue pet passports). A pet passport is valid for life as long as your pets rabies vaccination is in date.



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All pets being transported to Greece must be microchipped and vaccinated before entry. The microchip should comply with ISO Standard 11784 or Annex A to ISO standard 11785. Greece currently accepts AVID-9 and AVID-10 in addition to ISO. The microchip must be implanted before the rabies vaccine is administered.

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Can you travel cross-country with a dog? Absolutely! You can take your dog via train, plane, or automobile so long as it's healthy, up-to-date on vaccinations, and meets the specific rules and regulations of the travel destinations and transit providers.

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You probably have a plan for your own passport, but your animal companion needs one too. All pets traveling to and from the United States need a passport.

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All dogs, cats and ferrets leaving Greece must be microchipped, vaccinated for rabies (in that order) and wait 21 days before leaving the country.

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Most beaches and some very well-known attractions in Greece permit dogs. Dogs are also able to visit their own personal oases located throughout the country in the form of dog parks. Without a doubt, Greece is a dog-friendly nation where you'll find plenty of oppawtunities for both you and your pooch.

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Most airlines require that the carrier with the pet inside weighs no more than 8kg (about 17.6lbs). Alitalia is the only airline to allow slightly heavier pets in cabin on flights between the US and Europe with a maximum weight of 10kg (about 22lbs).

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Pets travel free of charge in specially designed pet cabins available on all vessels of the Greek Ferries companies. However, it is necessary to reserve these cabins in advance. Should these be fully booked, a small number of kennels are also available, as well as special areas for the pets' daily hygiene.

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The only rules that apply are that you keep the beach clean by tidying up after your pup and keep them on a leash at all times. You can enjoy a refreshing swim in the ocean together, so long as you pick a less populated area, away from the main beach.

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Everywhere you go in Greece, you see dogs roaming about. They're usually large, well fed and quite friendly. Some of them wear collars too.

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Commercial Transport to Greece from another EU Member State: Your veterinarian must obtain and update an EU Pet Passport for your pet. Your pet's veterinarian must issue an Intratrade health certificate completed within 48 hours of entry. Your pet's transport must be entered into the TRACES system.

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You will need a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection to travel and some airlines require an acclimation certificate.

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You probably have a plan for your own passport, but your animal companion needs one too. All pets traveling to and from the United States need a passport. Keep in mind, a “pet passport” in the U.S. refers to the extra documents you need to travel to other countries with your pet.

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If you aren't flying with your dogs, you'll need to organize for someone to take them to the departure airport and meet them upon arrival at the destination. This could be a friend, family member, or a hired pet travel agent.

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