Lead time needed
4-6 weeks
Quarantine
None
Route complexity
Moderate
Airlines
3 carriers on this route
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Pet Transport from Czech Republic to Dominican Republic

Relocating a pet from Czech Republic to Dominican Republic follows a clear path once you understand what Dominican Republic asks for. Allow around 4-6 weeks and follow the steps in order to stay on track. Pets with correct documentation skip quarantine …

In short: Preparing to move a pet from Czech Republic to Dominican Republic typically takes around 4-6 weeks. There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets. A rabies titre test is not required.
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Step by step

The Czech Republic to Dominican Republic import process

Every step must be completed in sequence. A single missed deadline can add months to your timeline. We own the entire process.

1
As early as possible
Confirm ISO microchip implanted; if not, have it done at least 21 days before rabies vaccination

Responsible: Owner and private vet

2
At least 30 days before departure
Administer rabies vaccination (at least 30 days before departure)

Responsible: Private vet

3
At least 3 weeks before departure
Ensure DHPP (dogs) or panleukopenia/rhinotracheitis/calicivirus (cats) vaccinations are current

Responsible: Private vet

4
Within 10 days of departure (certificate valid 10 days)
Book SVS-authorised official vet for EU health certificate examination

Responsible: Owner

5
Within 15 days of departure
SVS official vet issues EU health certificate; SVS endorses

Responsible: SVS-authorised vet and SVS

6
4-6 weeks before travel
Book IATA-approved cargo with Iberia, Air France, or KLM from Prague (PRG)

Responsible: Owner or transport agent

7
Day of travel
Present all documents at cargo check-in; DGAG inspection on arrival at SDQ

Responsible: Owner or agent

Requirements

What your pet needs to enter Dominican Republic

Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.

Microchip
ISO 11784/11785 microchip required
Rabies vaccination
Valid rabies vaccination, administered 30 days to 12 months before entry
Rabies titre test
Not required
Quarantine
No quarantine; documentary inspection at Las Americas International Airport …
Import permit
Not required for up to 5 personal pets
Health certificate
Official health certificate issued within 15 days of travel
Export permit
Not required
Costs

What this route typically costs

Air cargo (Prague PRG to SDQ via hub): EUR 700-1,800 depending on pet …
SVS-authorised official vet and health certificate: EUR 100-250
IATA-approved crate: EUR 60-220
Pet transport agent fees (optional): EUR 250-600
Rabies and other vaccinations: EUR 40-120

Critical points

Rabies vaccination must be administered no fewer than 30 days and no more than 12 months before entry into the Dominican Republic

Health certificate must be issued within 15 days of travel; do not request it earlier

Dogs require current DHPP vaccination; cats require panleukopenia, rhinotracheitis, and calicivirus

The certificate window is 15 days, but the SVS endorsement process may take 1-3 days; plan accordingly

Prague (PRG) is the main cargo hub; direct cargo to SDQ is not available so a connecting hub (MAD, CDG, or AMS) is used

Airlines

Approved carriers for this route

Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.

Iberia
Cargo service via Madrid (MAD) to Santo Domingo (SDQ); IATA-compliant crate required
Cargo Only
Air France
Cargo routing via Paris CDG; connecting service to SDQ
Cargo Only
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Cargo via Amsterdam (AMS) to SDQ; good connections from Prague
Cargo Only

How Dominican Republic handles incoming pets

Dominican Republic has a clear set of import requirements that are manageable with some planning. Follow them in order and keep an eye on the dates that cannot move.

What experienced owners do

Check the airline’s crate size and labelling rules early. An undersized or wrongly labelled crate is a frequent reason pets are refused at check-in.

Ask about temperature embargoes for your travel window. Summer and winter cargo restrictions can rule out certain routes and dates entirely.

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.

FAQ

Common questions

No. Personal pets (up to five animals) do not require an import permit. Your dog will need a valid ISO microchip, a rabies vaccination given 30 days to 12 months before entry, current DHPP vaccination, and an official health certificate issued within 15 days of travel.
The Czech EU-format health certificate is valid for 10 days from the date the SVS-authorised vet signs it. The Dominican Republic requires the certificate to have been issued within 15 days of travel, so both conditions are satisfied when the certificate is issued close to departure.
Yes. Cats are accepted. They must be microchipped, have a valid rabies vaccination, and have current panleukopenia, rhinotracheitis, and calicivirus vaccinations. The same health certificate and inspection process applies.
Your pet departs from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) as cargo, connecting through Madrid, Paris CDG, or Amsterdam, and arrives at Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) in Santo Domingo.
No. There is no quarantine. Pets undergo a documentary and physical inspection at SDQ on arrival, but if the paperwork is correct they are released immediately.
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CZ DOCzech Republic to Dominican Republic
International pet transport route
Lead time4-6 weeks
QuarantineNone
ComplexityModerate
Airlines3
ServiceDoor to door
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