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Pet Transport Canada to Georgia: 2026 Guide

Taking your dog or cat from Canada to Georgia comes down to good timing and the right paperwork. Plan on roughly 4-8 weeks; the checklist is clear and the timing is manageable. No …

4-8 wks
Preparation needed
None
Quarantine on arrival
Medium
Route complexity
Managed
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Lead time needed
4-8 weeks
Quarantine
None
Route complexity
Medium
Airlines
3 carriers on this route
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What's required
MicrochipISO 11784/11785 microchip recommended.
Rabies vaccinationCurrent rabies vaccination required.
QuarantineNo routine quarantine for compliant …
Health certificateCFIA export health certificate from …
In short: Preparing to move a pet from Canada to Georgia typically takes around 4-8 weeks. There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets.
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Prepared and reviewed by Pet Transport Global Editorial Team
Step by step

The import process, in full

1
8-10 weeks before travel. Contact nfa.gov.ge to confirm requirements.
Notify Georgia's NFA of planned pet import

Responsible: Owner or agent

2
Well before travel.
ISO microchip confirmed; rabies vaccination current

Responsible: CFIA-accredited vet in Canada

3
6-8 weeks before travel.
Book cargo routing YYZ to TBS via IST or FRA

Responsible: Owner or agent

4
Within 10 days of travel.
CFIA export health certificate issued and endorsed by CFIA regional office

Responsible: CFIA-accredited vet, then CFIA regional office

5
YYZ to TBS via IST typically 14-18 hours.
Travel day: NFA inspection at TBS on arrival

Responsible: Airline cargo, then NFA at TBS

Checklist

What your pet needs

Every item below must be completed and verified before your pet can travel. Expand each category for the detail.

Microchip
ISO 11784/11785 microchip recommended.
Rabies vaccination
Current rabies vaccination required.
Quarantine
No routine quarantine for compliant arrivals.
Health certificate
CFIA export health certificate from Canada, endorsed by CFIA regional office.
Export permit
No separate export permit required. The CFIA-endorsed certificate is the key document.
Health certificate
CFIA export health certificate signed by a CFIA-accredited vet, endorsed by CFIA regional office where required by destination.
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Airlines

Carriers on this route

Not all airlines accept live animals on this route. Confirm the operating carrier's current policy for every flight segment.

Turkish Airlines Cargo via Istanbul
Toronto YYZ to Istanbul IST, then IST to Tbilisi TBS. Turkish Airlines Cargo is the dominant carrier on the IST-TBS corridor. Confirm live animal acceptance on both legs.
Cargo Only
Air Canada and Lufthansa via Frankfurt
YYZ to Frankfurt (FRA) via Air Canada or Lufthansa, then FRA to TBS via Turkish Airlines or Georgian Airways. Frankfurt Animal Lounge available during transit.
Cargo Only
Air France via Paris CDG
YYZ to CDG via Air France partnership, then CDG connections to TBS via IST. Useful if Istanbul connections are full or unavailable.
Cargo Only
Costs

What this route typically costs

CFIA-accredited vet certificate and CFIA endorsement: CAD 150-350
NFA advance notification: confirm any fee with nfa.gov.ge
Cargo YYZ to TBS via IST or FRA: CAD 1,400-3,200 depending on pet size
IATA-approved travel crate: CAD 100-350
Pet transport agent (optional): CAD 600-1,200
Total typical range: CAD 2,400-5,200

Critical points

Georgia (the country, capital Tbilisi) and the US state of Georgia share a name. Confirm all documentation specifies the Republic of Georgia and TBS.

NFA advance notification is required. Do not assume you can sort this on arrival.

The CFIA certificate must reflect Georgia's specific requirements. Your CFIA-accredited vet or a pet transport agent familiar with Canadian export procedures will ensure the correct format.

Turkish Airlines Cargo temperature restrictions in summer apply. Confirm acceptance for your pet's species before booking.

Georgia entry requirements at a glance

Getting a pet into Georgia is a middle of the road process. The rules are well defined, so most of the work is simply staying on schedule.

Getting the details right

Microchip before you vaccinate. The microchip must be in place before the rabies shot for the vaccination to count, and getting this order wrong is the most common and costly mistake.

Use an official, government-authorised vet for the health certificate, not just your usual clinic. Many destinations only accept certificates signed by an approved vet.

If this is your first international move, consider an IPATA-registered pet transport agent. They handle the documents, airline booking and crate sizing, and can troubleshoot problems.

Get your pet used to the travel crate weeks in advance. A calm, crate-familiar animal travels far better than one meeting the crate for the first time at the airport.

FAQ

Common questions

Georgia requires advance notification to the National Food Agency (NFA) at nfa.gov.ge. This is lighter than a formal import permit but is still mandatory. Contact the NFA at least 8-10 weeks before travel to confirm the current process.
Some destination countries require that the CFIA-accredited vet’s health certificate be further endorsed by the CFIA regional office in your province. Confirm with your accredited vet or the NFA whether this endorsement is required for the Georgia certificate.
No routine quarantine. The NFA at TBS carries out a documentation and health inspection. Pets with advance notification confirmation, a current CFIA certificate, rabies vaccination record, and ISO microchip are cleared without quarantine.
Your documentation should specify the Republic of Georgia, Tbilisi, and IATA code TBS throughout. When booking cargo and issuing the health certificate, confirm the destination clearly. Any ambiguity between the country and the US state should be resolved explicitly on every document.
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