Lead time needed
22-28 weeks
Quarantine
None
Route complexity
High
Airlines
6 carriers on this route
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Pet Transport from Georgia to the United Kingdom

Planning a pet relocation from Georgia to United Kingdom is easier when you work backwards from your travel date. Allow about 22-28 weeks; the requirements are detailed but predictable once mapped out. Pets with correct documentation skip quarantine entirely. …

In short: Preparing to move a pet from Georgia to United Kingdom typically takes around 22-28 weeks. There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets. A rabies titre test is required, which adds a fixed waiting period, so start early.
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Step by step

The Georgia to United Kingdom 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
Before rabies vaccination.
Microchip implanted (ISO 11784/11785)

Responsible: Your vet in Georgia

2
After microchipping. Record exact date.
Rabies vaccination

Responsible: Your vet in Georgia

3
At least 30 days after vaccination. EU/UK approved laboratory.
Titre test blood draw

Responsible: Your vet + approved laboratory

4
Fixed 3 months from sampling date.
3-month wait from blood draw date

Responsible: Waiting period

5
BA direct or via Turkish/Qatar/Lufthansa. Book 4-6 weeks out.
Book cargo space

Responsible: You or your IPATA-registered agent

6
Praziquantel, 24-120 hours before UK arrival.
Tapeworm treatment (dogs only)

Responsible: Your vet in Georgia

7
Valid 10 days. Obtain close to travel date.
Georgia NFA health certificate

Responsible: Official vet + National Food Agency

Requirements

What your pet needs to enter United Kingdom

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

Microchip
Required (ISO 11784/11785). Must be implanted before rabies vaccination.
Rabies vaccination
Required and current at time of travel.
Rabies titre test
Required. Blood drawn at least 30 days after vaccination. Result at least 0.5 …
Quarantine
No quarantine if documentation is complete. Non-compliant animals may be refused …
Health certificate
Georgia NFA-endorsed official health certificate. Valid 10 days.
Export permit
Georgia's National Food Agency (NFA) under the Ministry of Environmental …
Costs

What this route typically costs

Airline cargo fees Tbilisi to London: approximately USD 500-1,100 …
IATA-compliant travel crate
Veterinary fees: microchip, vaccination, titre test, health …
Titre test at EU/UK approved laboratory
Tapeworm treatment (dogs)
IPATA-registered agent fee if used

Critical points

The 3-month wait runs from the blood draw date. Miscalculate this by one day and UK entry will be refused.

Confirm the titre test laboratory holds EU/UK approval before drawing blood. Georgia is close to approved labs in Turkey and Germany.

Georgia is a non-listed country for UK pet import. Full APHA protocol applies.

British Airways direct from Tbilisi is a strong option but confirm cargo pet acceptance before booking.

Airlines

Approved carriers for this route

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

Georgian Airways
Georgian Airways operates from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) with connections to …
Cargo Only
British Airways
British Airways operates direct London Heathrow to Tbilisi service. BA World Cargo handles …
Cargo Only
Turkish Airlines
Via Istanbul (IST). Tbilisi to Istanbul then Istanbul to London. Turkish Airlines has …
Cabin and Cargo
Qatar Airways
Via Doha (DOH). Tbilisi to Doha then Doha to London. Qatar Cargo handles pets reliably. …
Cargo Only
Lufthansa
Via Frankfurt (FRA). Tbilisi to Frankfurt then Frankfurt to London. Cabin pets possible on …
Cabin and Cargo
Wizz Air
Cabin only for very small pets (typically under 8kg including carrier). Wizz Air flies …
Cabin Only Small

How United Kingdom handles incoming pets

United Kingdom has a detailed set of import rules, and each one needs to be satisfied before travel. None of it is unusual, but the order and timing are what catch people out.

What experienced owners do

Book the titre test laboratory well ahead. Approved labs have limited slots and the sample takes time to process, so this is not something to leave to the final weeks.

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

Yes. Georgia is a non-listed country for UK pet import. Your pet needs a titre test with blood drawn at least 30 days after rabies vaccination, a result of at least 0.5 IU/ml at an EU/UK approved laboratory, and a 3-month wait from the blood draw date. The wait starts on the day blood was sampled.
Yes. British Airways operates direct Tbilisi (TBS) to London Heathrow service and BA World Cargo handles pets. Turkish Airlines via Istanbul is the most frequent alternative with good cargo operations. Qatar Airways via Doha and Lufthansa via Frankfurt are also viable.
Georgia may not have an EU/UK approved rabies titre test laboratory. Blood samples are typically shipped to an approved lab in Turkey, Germany, or elsewhere. Confirm laboratory arrangements with your vet before drawing the blood sample, and factor in 2-3 weeks for sample transit and results.
Your official vet in Georgia prepares the health certificate and Georgia’s National Food Agency (NFA) endorses it. The certificate is valid for 10 days from the examination date. Allow a few working days for NFA processing. An IPATA agent familiar with Georgia can manage this process.
Brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds have restrictions on several carriers. Turkish Airlines, Emirates, and some other carriers restrict flat-faced breeds on certain routes or seasons. If your dog is a Pug, Bulldog, French Bulldog, or similar breed, check each carrier’s breed list before booking. British Airways also has breed restrictions.
Airline guides
  • Georgian Airways
  • British Airways
  • Turkish Airlines
  • Qatar Airways
  • Lufthansa
  • Wizz Air
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International pet transport route
Lead time22-28 weeks
QuarantineNone
ComplexityHigh
Airlines6
ServiceDoor to door
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