Lead time needed
22-28 weeks
Quarantine
None
Route complexity
High
Airlines
3 carriers on this route
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Pet Transport from Georgia to Spain

Relocating a pet from Georgia to Spain follows a clear path once you understand what Spain asks for. This route takes some organising, and roughly 22-28 weeks of preparation is about right. Compliant pets are not held in quarantine on arrival. Follow the …

In short: Preparing to move a pet from Georgia to Spain typically takes around 22-28 weeks. There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets.
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Step by step

The Georgia to Spain 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
First step, before rabies vaccination
Implant ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Responsible: Your veterinarian in Georgia

2
After microchip. Allow 30 days before titre test blood draw.
Rabies vaccination (pet at least 12 weeks old)

Responsible: Your veterinarian in Georgia

3
Blood drawn at least 30 days after vaccination. The 3-month wait into Spain starts from this date.
FAVN/RNATT titre test at EU-approved laboratory

Responsible: Official veterinarian plus EU-approved laboratory

4
Runs from the blood draw date, not the result date. Cannot be shortened.
3-month waiting period from blood draw date

Responsible: Owner

5
Within 10 days of travel. Confirm exact validity window with NFA.
NFA-endorsed health certificate issued close to travel date

Responsible: Official vet and National Food Agency (NFA)

6
Book cargo space 4-6 weeks before travel
Fly Tbilisi (TBS) to Madrid (MAD) or Barcelona (BCN)

Responsible: Owner or IPATA-registered agent

Requirements

What your pet needs to enter Spain

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

Microchip
ISO 11784/11785 microchip required. Must be implanted before the rabies …
Rabies vaccination
Rabies vaccination required. Pet must be at least 12 weeks old. 21-day wait …
Rabies titre test
FAVN or RNATT titre test at an EU-approved laboratory. Minimum result 0.5 IU/ml. …
Quarantine
No routine quarantine for fully compliant arrivals. Spanish veterinary border …
Import permit
No separate import permit required. The Animal Health Certificate serves as the …
Health certificate
Animal Health Certificate (AHC) issued by an official vet in Georgia and …
Export permit
No separate export permit required for companion animals leaving Georgia. The …
Costs

What this route typically costs

FAVN titre test at EU-approved laboratory including sample courier: …
Airline cargo fees TBS to MAD/BCN via IST: EUR 500-1,500 depending on …
NFA health certificate endorsement and vet fees: EUR 100-300
Spanish border inspection fee on arrival: EUR 100-250
IATA-compliant travel crate: EUR 70-280
Pet transport agent (optional): EUR 400-800

Critical points

The 3-month wait is counted from the blood draw date, not the date the result arrives. Getting this wrong delays the move by weeks or months.

If your dog is on Spain's PPP list, civil liability insurance of at least EUR 120,000 must be in place before arrival. This is a legal requirement and cannot be arranged after landing.

Georgian health certificates have a short validity window. Obtain the NFA-endorsed certificate close to your travel date, not weeks in advance.

Airlines

Approved carriers for this route

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

Turkish Airlines
Main option from Tbilisi (TBS). Routes via Istanbul (IST) to Madrid (MAD) or Barcelona …
Cabin and Cargo
Georgian Airways
Limited European connections from Tbilisi. Check current schedules and live animal hold …
Cargo Only
Wizz Air
Seasonal routes from TBS to Spanish cities. Low-cost option when available. Confirm hold …
Cargo Only

The rules for bringing a pet into Spain

Spain asks for several pieces of paperwork, and they all need to line up. A checklist and a clear timeline are your best tools here.

How to keep this move on track

Keep every original document together and take copies. Border officials want originals, and a missing signature or date can hold up clearance.

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.

FAQ

Common questions

Allow 5 to 6 months from the start. The microchip and first rabies vaccination can happen on the same day. After that, 30 days before the titre test blood draw, then 3 months from the blood draw date. The health certificate is obtained close to your travel date. Total: approximately 22 to 28 weeks.
Yes. The EU non-listed country rules apply equally to cats and dogs. Cats need a microchip, valid rabies vaccination, FAVN titre test with a passing result, the 3-month wait, and an NFA-endorsed health certificate. Spain does not have specific breed restrictions for cats.
No routine quarantine for fully compliant pets. Spanish border inspectors check the microchip, vaccination record, titre test result, and health certificate. Pets arriving without the correct documentation can be detained or returned at the owner’s expense.
Spain’s Perros Potencialmente Peligrosos list covers American Pit Bull Terrier, Rottweiler, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Tosa Inu, Akita Inu and crosses of these breeds. PPP dogs are not banned from entry, but their owner must hold civil liability insurance of at least EUR 120,000, carry an owner licence, and muzzle the dog and keep it on a short lead in all public spaces.
Yes. Turkish Airlines is the standard routing for this corridor. Pets travel as cargo via Istanbul (IST) to Madrid or Barcelona. Small pets may qualify for cabin travel on the European segment of the journey. Confirm the current live animal cargo policy with Turkish Airlines Cargo before booking, as restrictions on brachycephalic breeds and temperature embargoes apply seasonally.
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  • Turkish Airlines
  • Georgian Airways
  • Wizz Air
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Lead time22-28 weeks
QuarantineNone
ComplexityHigh
Airlines3
ServiceDoor to door
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