Pet Transport from Georgia to Spain
Georgia sits outside the EU's approved third-country list, which means the full unlisted-country import process applies. Plan for 5 to 6 months from the start of preparations. The schedule is driven by two fixed waiting periods: 30 days before the titre test …
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.
Responsible: Your veterinarian in Georgia
Responsible: Your veterinarian in Georgia
Responsible: Official veterinarian plus EU-approved laboratory
Responsible: Owner
Responsible: Official vet and National Food Agency (NFA)
Responsible: Owner or IPATA-registered agent
What your pet needs to enter Spain
Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.
What this route typically costs
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.
Approved carriers for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.
Do pets from Georgia need a titre test to enter Spain?
Yes. Georgia is not on the EU’s approved third-country list, so a FAVN or RNATT rabies antibody titre test is required for all dogs and cats. The blood must be drawn at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination and tested at an EU-approved laboratory. The result must be 0.5 IU/ml or above.
Once the blood has been drawn, the 3-month waiting period begins from that date. Not from the date you receive the result, not from the vaccination date. From the blood draw date. Border inspectors at Madrid Barajas or Barcelona El Prat will check this date against your arrival date, so keep the laboratory paperwork carefully.
If the titre test comes back below 0.5 IU/ml, the clock resets: a booster vaccination, another 30-day wait, a new blood draw, and a fresh 3-month countdown. This is why it pays to ensure your pet is in good health before starting the vaccination and test sequence.
How does the Georgian health certificate work for Spain entry?
The official health certificate ties together every step. Your authorised vet in Georgia records the microchip number, vaccination dates, titre test result, laboratory name, and blood draw date, then declares the animal fit to travel. The National Food Agency (NFA) endorses this certificate officially before travel.
Health certificates have a validity window, so do not obtain the NFA-endorsed version too far ahead of your travel date. Check the exact validity requirement with MAPA and your airline before making the appointment. On arrival in Spain, the certificate is presented to the border inspection post alongside your pet.
Spain’s Perros Potencialmente Peligrosos (PPP) rules add one more step for certain breeds. Rottweilers, American Pit Bull Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, and others on the PPP list require civil liability insurance of at least EUR 120,000 before entering Spain. Arrange this before travel, not after.
Which airlines carry pets from Tbilisi to Spain?
Turkish Airlines is the most reliable option from Tbilisi (TBS), connecting through Istanbul to Madrid (MAD) or Barcelona (BCN). Turkish Cargo handles larger pets in the hold; small pets may qualify for cabin travel on the European leg of the journey. Book cargo space at least four to six weeks ahead.
Georgian Airways connects Tbilisi to a limited number of European cities. Check current schedules and their live animal hold policy directly before planning. Wizz Air operates seasonal routes from TBS to Spanish cities but pet hold policies vary by route and season. Always confirm before booking.
Total costs typically run from EUR 1,200 to EUR 3,200, with airline cargo fees making up the largest portion. The titre test adds EUR 200-400 for the laboratory fee. An IPATA-registered agent will manage the NFA certificate, airline booking, and border inspection paperwork for EUR 400-800 if you would rather not handle it yourself.