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Pet Transport France to Lebanon: 2026 Guide

Shipping a dog or cat from France to Lebanon rewards owners who start planning early. Plan on roughly 4-8 weeks; the checklist is clear and the timing is manageable. There is no …

4-8 wks
Preparation needed
None
Quarantine on arrival
Medium
Route complexity
Managed
Full door to door
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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
MicrochipMicrochip required (ISO standard).
Rabies vaccinationCurrent rabies vaccination required.
QuarantineNo quarantine for compliant arrivals, …
Import permitImport permit required from Lebanon's …
Health certificateOfficial health certificate from France, …
In short: Preparing to move a pet from France to Lebanon typically takes around 4-8 weeks. There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets.
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Step by step

The import process, in full

1
8-10 weeks before travel. Allow extra time given variable Lebanese admin processing.
Apply for import permit from Lebanon's Ministry of Agriculture

Responsible: Owner or agent

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

Responsible: DGAL-authorised vet in France

3
6-8 weeks before travel. Confirm live animal acceptance.
Book cargo on Air France or MEA direct CDG to BEY

Responsible: Owner or agent

4
Within 10 days of departure.
DGAL-endorsed health certificate issued within 10 days of travel

Responsible: Official vet, then DDPP

5
CDG to BEY direct is approximately 4 hours.
Travel day: Ministry of Agriculture inspection at BEY

Responsible: Airline cargo, then Ministry of Agriculture at BEY

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
Microchip required (ISO standard).
Rabies vaccination
Current rabies vaccination required.
Quarantine
No quarantine for compliant arrivals, but allow for variable inspection times at BEY.
Import permit
Import permit required from Lebanon's Ministry of Agriculture (agriculture.gov.lb) before arrival.
Health certificate
Official health certificate from France, endorsed by DGAL or DDPP.
Export permit
No separate export permit required for companion animals. The DGAL-endorsed certificate is the principal document.
Health certificate
Official health certificate from a DGAL-authorised official vet in France, endorsed by DGAL or the departmental veterinary services (DDPP). Typically issued within 10 days of travel.
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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.

Air France direct CDG to BEY
Air France operates direct flights from Paris CDG to Beirut BEY. CDG to BEY direct is a straightforward routing for cargo. Confirm live animal cargo acceptance with Air France Cargo before booking.
Cargo Only
Middle East Airlines (MEA) CDG to BEY
Lebanon's national carrier MEA operates CDG-BEY direct. MEA may accept live animal cargo; confirm acceptance policy directly with MEA before booking.
Cargo Only
Emirates via Dubai
CDG to Dubai (DXB) then DXB to Beirut BEY. Emirates SkyCargo is an option if direct routings are full or unavailable. Adds a Dubai connection to the journey.
Cargo Only
Costs

What this route typically costs

DGAL-authorised vet and DDPP endorsement fees: EUR 100-220
Lebanon Ministry of Agriculture import permit fee: confirm with agriculture.gov.lb
Cargo CDG to BEY direct: EUR 600-1,800 depending on pet size
IATA-approved travel crate: EUR 70-280
Pet transport agent (optional): EUR 400-900
Total typical range: EUR 1,200-3,600

Critical points

Lebanese administrative processes can take longer than expected. Apply for the import permit well in advance and follow up proactively.

The situation in Lebanon can affect import processing. Check current conditions with your agent or the Ministry of Agriculture before finalising plans.

Air France and MEA both operate direct CDG-BEY, but live animal cargo acceptance must be confirmed per flight, not assumed.

Beirut airport inspection can be thorough. Ensure all documents are in order and easily accessible on arrival.

Lebanon entry requirements at a glance

The path into Lebanon is straightforward to follow once you know the steps. Give the time-sensitive items priority and check the details below.

Getting the details right

Work backwards from your travel date and add a buffer. Fixed waiting periods mean a single slipped appointment can push the whole move back by weeks.

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.

FAQ

Common questions

Yes. An import permit from Lebanon’s Ministry of Agriculture (agriculture.gov.lb) is required before your pet enters Lebanon. Apply at least eight to ten weeks before travel and allow for variable processing times.
Yes. Air France and Middle East Airlines (MEA) both operate CDG-BEY direct. This is an advantage for this route as it avoids transit connections. Confirm live animal cargo acceptance with the airline before booking.
No routine quarantine for compliant arrivals. The Ministry of Agriculture inspects documents at BEY. Pets with the import permit, endorsed health certificate, current rabies vaccination, and ISO microchip are cleared without quarantine, though inspection times can vary.
Processing times vary. Allow eight to ten weeks from application to receipt of permit. Follow up proactively if you have not heard anything within one week of applying.
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  • Middle East Airlines (MEA) CDG to BEY
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