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Pet Transport Germany to Armenia: 2026 Guide

Moving a dog or cat from Germany to Armenia is very doable with the right preparation. Expect about 6-10 weeks. Nothing here is unusually complex, but the deadlines matter. No …

6-10 wks
Preparation needed
None
Quarantine on arrival
Medium
Route complexity
Managed
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Lead time needed
6-10 weeks
Quarantine
None
Route complexity
Medium
Airlines
3 carriers on this route
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What's required
MicrochipISO 11784/11785 microchip required.
Rabies vaccinationCurrent rabies vaccination required. …
QuarantineNo routine quarantine for compliant …
Import permitRequired from the State Service for Food …
Health certificateEU export health certificate from …
In short: Preparing to move a pet from Germany to Armenia typically takes around 6-10 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. Contact ssfs.am to confirm current requirements and processing times.
Apply for SSFS import permit from Armenia

Responsible: Owner or agent

2
Before rabies vaccination where possible.
ISO microchip confirmed or implanted

Responsible: German official vet

3
After chipping.
Rabies vaccination confirmed current

Responsible: German official vet

4
Typically within 10 days of travel. Allow time for the Bundesland endorsement process.
EU export health certificate issued by official vet and endorsed by Bundesland authority

Responsible: Official vet, then Bundesland veterinary authority

5
6-8 weeks before travel. Confirm live animal acceptance on every leg.
Book cargo routing via IST to EVN

Responsible: Owner or agent

6
FRA to EVN via IST typically 8-12 hours including transit.
Travel day: present documents at EVN on arrival

Responsible: Airline cargo, then SSFS inspection at EVN

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
ISO 11784/11785 microchip required.
Rabies vaccination
Current rabies vaccination required. Certificate must accompany the animal.
Quarantine
No routine quarantine for compliant arrivals from rabies-controlled countries including Germany.
Import permit
Required from the State Service for Food Safety (SSFS) in advance of travel. Apply through ssfs.am.
Health certificate
EU export health certificate from Germany, endorsed by Bundesland authority, presented at EVN.
Export permit
No formal export permit for companion animals leaving Germany for a non-EU country, but the endorsed health certificate serves as the official export document.
Health certificate
EU export health certificate adapted for the specific non-EU destination requirements. Issued by an official vet in Germany and endorsed by the competent Bundesland veterinary authority (e.g., Landesamt fuer Gesundheit und Lebensmittelsicherheit).
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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.

Turkish Airlines Cargo via Istanbul
Frankfurt (FRA) or Munich (MUC) to Istanbul (IST), then IST to Yerevan (EVN). Turkish Airlines Cargo is the dominant carrier on this corridor. Confirm live animal acceptance on both legs.
Cargo Only
Lufthansa Cargo via Frankfurt
Frankfurt (FRA) is Lufthansa's main hub. Frankfurt Animal Lounge provides live animal care during transit. Cargo connections to EVN available via partner carriers or via IST.
Cargo Only
Flydubai via Dubai
For smaller pets: FRA to Dubai (DXB), then DXB to EVN via Flydubai. Confirm live animal cargo acceptance on the DXB-EVN leg with Flydubai directly.
Cargo Only
Costs

What this route typically costs

German official vet and Bundesland endorsement fees: EUR 80-200 depending on Bundesland
SSFS import permit fee: confirm current fee directly with ssfs.am
Cargo FRA to EVN via hub: EUR 800-2,200 depending on pet size
IATA-approved travel crate: EUR 70-280
Pet transport agent (optional): EUR 400-900
Total typical range: EUR 1,500-4,000 over 6-10 weeks preparation

Critical points

The SSFS import permit must be secured before booking flights. Do not assume the permit will arrive quickly.

The EU export health certificate is not the same as an EU pet passport. The EU pet passport is for travel within the EU/EEA. For export to non-EU countries like Armenia, you need the specific export certificate endorsed by your Bundesland authority.

Allow time for the Bundesland endorsement. This varies by Bundesland. In Bavaria, for example, the Landesamt fuer Gesundheit und Lebensmittelsicherheit handles endorsements.

Turkish Airlines Cargo live animal policies should be confirmed before booking, especially in summer months when temperature restrictions may apply.

What Armenia requires

Getting a pet into Armenia is a middle of the road process. The rules are well defined, so most of the work is simply staying on schedule.

Avoiding the common mistakes

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

You need an EU export health certificate adapted for Armenia, endorsed by your Bundesland veterinary authority. The EU pet passport is for intra-EU travel and does not serve as a valid import document for non-EU countries like Armenia.
Your official veterinarian completes the EU export health certificate. You then submit the certificate to the competent Bundesland veterinary authority in your state for endorsement. The process varies by Bundesland; contact your local authority to understand the timeline and submission method.
No routine quarantine. Germany is a recognised rabies-controlled country. Pets arriving at EVN with the SSFS import permit, a current rabies vaccination, ISO microchip, and the endorsed EU export health certificate are cleared by the SSFS inspection unit without quarantine.
Armenia requires current rabies vaccination for companion animals entering the country. This applies to both dogs and cats. Confirm the current requirements with SSFS at ssfs.am before travel.
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