Czechia

Pet Entry Requirements for Czechia

Is Quarantine Required for Pets in Czechia?

What Additional Information Do I Need for Czechia?

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• Current information:

  To the best of our ability, we ensure that recommendations given on wagsandwanders.com reflect the current regulations. We cannot predict how a given country may enforce these regulations. Noncompliance may result in the need to put your pet into quarantine at your expense, return your pet to the country of origin, or euthanize your pet. All options are at importer expense. We suggest that you minimize the disruptions that may occur by following Czechia pet import requirements.

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  Vaccinations are essential for the health and well-being of both dogs and cats. They help protect against a variety of infectious diseases, some of which can be serious or even fatal. They are a part of any good health veterinary regiment and can be administered at specific intervals so they are affective when entering Czechia. Exemptions from the leptospirosis vaccine may be granted with attestation that this disease is not prevalent in the country of origin. All vaccinations can be recorded on the international health certificate (step 5) with information including vaccine manufacturer, date of administration, date of validity and lot number (if applicable). Exception: Dogs must be vaccinated against distemper when being transported commercially.

• What is a Pet Passport?:

  We refer to a pet passport as a collection of documents that conform to the Czechia pet import requirements for dogs, cats, and ferrets entering this country from non-EU countries.This term is not to be confused with an official EU Pet Passport issued in the European Union for EU-resident pets. Your pet’s passport to enter Czechia (formerly known as the Czech Republic) will include proof of microchip, current rabies vaccination, rabies titer test (some countries), and one of the following: An official EU or NI Pet Passport (resident EU or Northern Ireland pets)An EU Health Certificate (non-EU-resident pets)A government-issued Pet Passport from a part 1 listed third country (see EU COUNTRY CLASSIFICATIONS)An Animal Health Certificate when entering Czechia from Great Britain (England, Scotland or Wales). UK Pet Passports are no longer accepted as a substitute for an Animal Health Certificate.

• Breeds Banned by Czechia:

  Czechia does not publish a list of banned breeds. Owners should be prepared to contain any aggressive behavior as it will not be tolerated.

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• Entering Czechia with a Pet:

  All pets entering Czechia by air from non-EU countries must do so at Border Inspection Post at one of the following international airports: Prague-Ruzyne (Václav Havel Airport),Brno-Turany,Ostrava-Mošnov,Carlsbad, orPardubice. When flying privately with their owners, they can also arrive at Kunovice. Pets can arrive in the cabin, as checked baggage or as air cargo. In all cases, pets must travel in a crate or carrier in accordance with the International Air Transport Association. All live animals should enter Czechia directly or transit through an EU Member State, or part 1 or 2 listed third country if possible*. If your pet transits through an unlisted country, then a Transit Declaration will be required. This statement must attest that your pet has had no contact with rabies-carrying animals and remained secured within the airplane or airport. *Note: If your pet has a layover in an EU Member State in its itinerary, then additional requirements will apply. All commercial transports, whether by air or land must be preregistered in the TRACES database, and the responsible transporter must be registered. All domestic dogs and cats must be free of evidence of disease communicable to humans when examined at the port of entry to Czechia. If your dog or cat is not in apparent good health, further examination by a licensed veterinarian may be required at importer expense.

• Find a Licensed Veterinarian:

  Before beginning any pet export procedure, make sure your veterinarian is approved by the governing veterinarian authority in your pet’s country of origin. Your veterinarian should work for or is licensed by the agency of the government that is responsible for the movement of live animals.

• Czechia Pet Import Requirements:

  All steps required to conform to regulations to import a dog, cat or ferret to Czechia must be completed in the origination country. Steps 1-8 should be followed in the order given.

• Pet-Friendly Flights to Czechia:

  Commercial airlines which serve pets flying to Václav Havel Airport in Prague, Czechia include Aegean, Aer Lingus, AirBaltic, Air Cairo, Air France, Air Serbia, Austrian Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines, British Airways. Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Egyptair, El Al, Emirates, Eurowings, Finnair, flydubai, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, Korean Airlines Lot Polish, Lufthansa, Norwegian, Qatar, Scandinavia Airlines, Swiss International Airlines, TAP Portuga, TAROM, Transavia, and Turkish Airlines. Flights to Czechia should be direct or transit through a listed third country (step 1) or another EU Member State if possible*. If your pet transits through an unlisted country, then a Transit Declaration will be required. The declaration must state that your pet has had no contact with rabies-carrying animals and remained secured within the airplane or airport. *Note: If your pet has a layover in an EU Member State in its itinerary, then additional requirements will apply.

• Exporting Resident Pets from Czechia:

  All dogs, cats and ferrets leaving Czechia for another EU Member State or part 1 or 2 listed third country must conform to the following requirements: They must be microchipped,They must be vaccinated for rabies at the same time or after microchipping.They must wait for at least 21 days after primary vaccination to travel.Have a licensed veterinarian issue an EU Pet Passport (EU destinations) or Export Health Certificate and other required documentation (depending on destination country requirements). If your pet will visit or enter an unlisted country and returning, a veterinarian in Czechia should administer a rabies titer test before leaving. Even if your pet is not entering an unlisted country, traveling internationally with the results of this test may ensure a smoother customs clearance in your destination country. Non-accompanied transports may require export permits. All animals leaving Czechia for non-EU countries that do not have specific health certificates must obtain a health certificate in accordance to their destination country requirements prior to the issuance of an export permit. The agency responsible for the issuance of export permits will issue the necessary documentation.

• Quarantine for Pets Entering Czechia:

  There will be no quarantine imposed on your pet when entering Czechia if pet import regulations detailed here are met. If your pet does not conform to the regulations as stated below, it will be subject to quarantine if facilities are available, returned to the origination country, or euthanized. The importer will be responsible all costs involved.

• Importing Other Pet Animals to Czechia:

  Rodents, rabbits, amphibians, and reptiles entering Czechia from an EU Member State or part 1 or 2 listed third country must: Be accompanied by their owner.Be not more than five in number.Have an examination by a licensed veterinarian within 5 days of transport.Show no signs of disease or external parasites.Have a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian.Enter transport in the TRACES System.

• Importing Puppies and Kittens to Czechia:

  Unvaccinated puppies, kittens and ferrets are permitted to enter Czechia from another EU Member State or a part 1 or part 2 listed third country under the following conditions: They are microchipped,They are accompanied by an EU health certificate or an EU Pet Passport andThey are accompanied by a declaration from the owner or representative that they were not exposed to any wild animals that could carry rabies. The same regulations would apply to puppies, kittens and ferrets between the ages of 12 and 16 weeks of age that have been vaccinated for rabies but have not reached immunity (waited 21 days). Preapproval must be applied to the Regional Veterinary Administration for home quarantine for the puppy or kitten. Unvaccinated puppies, kittens and ferrets cannot enter Czechia from an unlisted country until they are microchipped, vaccinated for rabies and conform to other regulations as stated here. Although your pet can be microchipped at 8 weeks of age, rabies vaccinations must not be administered prior to 12 weeks of age. The minimum age for entering Czechia from an unlisted country is seven months of age. More tips fortransporting a puppy.

• Pets in Czechia (formerly the Czech Republic):

  Dogs and cats are very popular in this country. Almost 41% of households have at least one dog making Czechia the third most populated by dogs behind Romania and Poland.Prague reportedly has more pet dogs than any other city in the world. There are numerous dog parks and walking areas available. Chotkovy Sady in Prague is a public urban park founded in 1832, perfect for dog walks. Czechia is known for being very pet friendly. Many restaurants, cafes, and public places allow pets as do hotels, B&Bs and campgrounds. Pets are allowed on public transportation, including buses, trams, and trains, often for a small fee or free. There are many veterinary clinics, and pet care standards are generally high. Dogs, in particular, must be registered with local authorities. There are also regulations regarding microchipping and vaccination, especially against rabies.

• Need More Pet Import Requirements for Czechia?:

  Visit Wags and WandersStore.com for step-by-step detailed instructions on regulations, permits, layovers, costs, tests and pet import regulations for Czechia at minimal cost.Our information is current, verified and tailored to your pet’s itinerary.

• Animals Eligible for These Pet Import Requirements:

  These rules apply to the transport of domestic dogs, cats and ferrets including assistance and service animals. Unless 5th generation removed from the pedigree, wolf hybrids, Savannah and Bengal cats cannot be imported under these regulations. Owners of other types of pets (amphibia, reptiles, birds, re transport of domestic dogs, cats and ferrets including assistance and service animals. Wolf hybrids, Savannah and Bengal cats, unless 5th generation removed from the pedigree, cannot be imported under these regulations. Owners of other animals should refer to step 13.

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• Here’s what is included in the Czechia pet passport package::

  Detailed instructions on importing your dog, cat or ferret to Czechia from any country available in six languagesRequired Vaccinations and IntervalsISO-Compliant Microchip InformationTiter Test Instructions and Overview (when required)Approved EU laboratories for the titer testParasite TreatmentsBorder Inspection PostsIATA Carrier and Crate RequirementsLayover Considerations & Requirements for Airline Pet TravelResponsibilities of a Pet TransporterFREE unlimited email supportboth for you and your veterinarian, should either of you have any questions Also included at no additional cost: Non-Commercial or Commercial EU Health Certificate for CzechiaSample Completed Health Certificate for your VeterinarianMicrochip CertificateAirline Health Certificate

• Importing Dogs and Cats to Czechia from Malaysia and Australia:

  If your pet is entering Czechia from peninsular Malaysia, the following additional conditions must be met: Your pet has had no contact with pigs during at least the past 60 days prior to export.Your pet has not lived in a place where cases of Nipah disease have been confirmed during the past 60 days.Your pet has been tested with negative a result to an IgG capture ELISA test within 10 days of export. The test must be carried out in a laboratory approved for testing for Nipah disease viruses. Cats may only enter Czechia from Australia if they have not lived in areas where cases of Hendra disease have been confirmed during the past 60 days.

• Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES):

  Importers should verify that their pet is not protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). This is important if your pet is not a dog or cat and very important if it is a turtle or parrot. You will need to apply for additional permits if this is the case. Over 180 countries participate and enforce CITES regulations. Related:Search the CITES databaseorSearch the Species+ database Related:Learn more about CITES

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