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Pet Transport Czech Republic to Lithuania: 2026 Guide

The journey from Czech Republic to Lithuania for a pet is straightforward to plan once the key dates are mapped out. This is one of the more straightforward routes, and roughly 2-4 …

2-4 wks
Preparation needed
None
Quarantine on arrival
Low
Route complexity
Managed
Full door to door
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Lead time needed
2-4 weeks
Quarantine
None
Route complexity
Low
Airlines
3 carriers on this route
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What's required
MicrochipRequired. ISO 11784/11785 (15-digit). …
Rabies vaccinationRequired. Current. Primary vaccination: …
Rabies titre testNot required. Czech Republic is an EU …
QuarantineNo quarantine. Lithuania accepts …
Import permitNot required for non-commercial …
Health certificateEU pet passport, current and issued by a …
In short: Preparing to move a pet from Czech Republic to Lithuania typically takes around 2-4 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 import process, in full

1
Before booking. This sequence is the compliance point most often missed.
Verify ISO 15-digit microchip pre-dates the rabies vaccination in the EU pet passport

Responsible: Czech official vet

2
Primary: 21-day wait. Booster within valid period: no wait.
Confirm rabies vaccination is current

Responsible: Czech official vet

3
Any time before travel.
Obtain or update EU pet passport

Responsible: Czech official vet

4
4-6 weeks before travel. If using Czech Airlines direct, confirm live animal capacity early.
Book Prague to Vilnius and confirm pet reservation

Responsible: Owner

5
Travel day. VMVT spot checks at Vilnius Airport are occasional.
Travel to Vilnius with EU pet passport

Responsible: Owner

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
Required. ISO 11784/11785 (15-digit). Must be implanted before the rabies vaccination.
Rabies vaccination
Required. Current. Primary vaccination: 21-day wait. Booster within valid period: no wait. Source: EU Regulation 576/2013.
Rabies titre test
Not required. Czech Republic is an EU member state.
Quarantine
No quarantine. Lithuania accepts compliant EU pet passport arrivals.
Import permit
Not required for non-commercial companion animal movements within the EU.
Health certificate
EU pet passport, current and issued by a Czech official vet.
Export permit
No export permit required for companion animals between EU member states.
Health certificate
EU pet passport issued by a Czech official vet. Czech Republic and Lithuania are both EU member states.
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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.

Czech Airlines (ČSA)
Czech Airlines operates Prague Václav Havel (PRG) to Vilnius (VNO) on some schedules. A direct connection from Prague to Vilnius when available. Czech Airlines Cargo handles live animals. Confirm live animal capacity when booking.
Cargo and Cabin
LOT Polish Airlines via Warsaw
LOT connects Prague to Warsaw Chopin (WAW), from which LOT serves Vilnius directly. Warsaw to Vilnius is approximately 45 minutes. LOT Cargo handles live animals on both sectors. Reliable for large dogs in cargo.
Cargo and Cabin
airBaltic via Riga
airBaltic connects Prague to Vilnius via Riga (RIX). Riga is airBaltic's home hub. airBaltic Cargo at Riga for cargo pets. An alternative to the Warsaw connection.
Cargo and Cabin
Costs

What this route typically costs

EU pet passport issue or update: approximately EUR 50-100
Rabies vaccination update if needed: EUR 40-80
Cabin pet fee Prague to Vilnius: approximately EUR 40-90
Cargo fee for large dogs: EUR 300-800
IATA travel crate: EUR 60-250
Total, small cabin pet: EUR 140-320
Total, large dog in cargo: EUR 450-1,050

Critical points

Lithuania has breed-specific legislation (PPP rules). If your dog is a Pitbull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or a mix of these breeds, check VMVT requirements at vmvt.lt before travel.

The microchip must be recorded in the EU pet passport before the rabies vaccination entry. Verify the sequence with your vet before flying.

When using Czech Airlines direct to Vilnius, confirm live animal cargo capacity at the time of booking. Space for hold animals is limited on smaller aircraft.

LOT via Warsaw adds a connection but gives more reliable cargo infrastructure for larger dogs.

The rules for bringing a pet into Lithuania

Lithuania keeps its import requirements relatively light, which makes preparing easier. Even so, the basics still need to be right and in the correct order.

How to keep this move on track

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.

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.

FAQ

Common questions

Czech Airlines operates Prague to Vilnius on some schedules and accepts cabin pets under their standard restrictions. The carrier must fit under the seat in front, with a combined pet and carrier weight limit applying. Check Czech Airlines cabin pet policy directly for current weight and size limits before booking.
No. Czech Republic and Lithuania are both EU member states. EU Regulation 576/2013 does not require a rabies antibody titre test for intra-EU pet movements. A current rabies vaccination in the EU pet passport is sufficient.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers fall within Lithuanian breed legislation covering potentially dangerous dogs. Entry is not necessarily prohibited, but registration and compliance with local requirements may apply. Contact VMVT at vmvt.lt for current requirements before travel. The EU pet passport covers the standard import requirements; breed compliance is a separate step.
No advance notification is required for non-commercial companion animal movements from EU member states. Carry the EU pet passport and be ready for an occasional VMVT spot check at Vilnius Airport.
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  • Czech Airlines (ČSA)
  • LOT Polish Airlines via Warsaw
  • airBaltic via Riga
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