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Pet Transport Germany to Kazakhstan: 2026 Guide

Getting a pet from Germany to Kazakhstan is a step by step process, and each stage has its own timing. Allow around 8-12 weeks and follow the steps in order to stay on track. Start …

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What's required
MicrochipMicrochip required. ISO 11784/11785 …
Rabies vaccinationCurrent rabies vaccination required. …
QuarantineBrief customs inspection; no routine …
Import permitRequired from the Committee for …
Health certificateEU export health certificate from …
In short: Preparing to move a pet from Germany to Kazakhstan typically takes around 8-12 weeks.
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Step by step

The import process, in full

1
10-12 weeks before travel. Kazakhstan's permit process can take longer than other Central Asia destinations.
Apply for KVCS import permit from Kazakhstan

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, ideally within past 12 months

Responsible: German official vet

4
Within 10 days of travel.
EU export health certificate issued and endorsed by Bundesland authority

Responsible: Official vet, then Bundesland authority

5
6-8 weeks before travel.
Book cargo via IST or direct FRA-ALA via Air Astana

Responsible: Owner or agent

6
FRA to ALA via IST typically 10-14 hours. Air Astana FRA-ALA direct is approximately 7 hours.
Travel day: KVCS customs inspection at ALA or NQZ

Responsible: Airline cargo, then KVCS inspection on arrival

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 11784/11785 standard.
Rabies vaccination
Current rabies vaccination required. Some requirements specify validity within the past 12 months.
Quarantine
Brief customs inspection; no routine quarantine for compliant arrivals.
Import permit
Required from the Committee for Veterinary Control and Supervision (KVCS), Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan.
Health certificate
EU export health certificate from Germany, endorsed by Bundesland authority.
Export permit
No separate export permit for companion animals leaving Germany.
Health certificate
EU export health certificate for Kazakhstan, issued by an official vet in Germany and endorsed by the relevant Bundesland veterinary authority.
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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) to Istanbul (IST), then IST to Almaty (ALA) or Astana (NQZ). Turkish Airlines is the dominant carrier on this corridor. Confirm live animal acceptance on both legs.
Cargo Only
Air Astana via Frankfurt
Air Astana operates FRA-ALA directly. Air Astana Cargo may accept live animals; confirm their current policy before booking. Kazakhstan's national carrier is a logical choice for this route.
Cargo Only
Lufthansa Cargo via Frankfurt
FRA-based connections to ALA via Air Astana or cargo partners. Frankfurt Animal Lounge provides care during any extended transit.
Cargo Only
Costs

What this route typically costs

German official vet and Bundesland endorsement: EUR 80-200
KVCS import permit fee: confirm with Kazakhstan Ministry of Agriculture
Cargo FRA to ALA/NQZ: EUR 900-2,500 depending on pet size and routing
IATA-approved travel crate: EUR 70-300
Pet transport agent (recommended for Central Asia routes): EUR 500-1,200
Total typical range: EUR 1,700-4,500 over 8-12 weeks

Critical points

The KVCS import permit is mandatory and must be obtained before travel. Start this process at least 10-12 weeks in advance.

Air Astana's live animal cargo policy should be confirmed directly with Air Astana Cargo before booking, as it is not consistently published.

Kazakhstan has two main international airports. Confirm the correct arrival point (Almaty for ALA, Astana for NQZ) based on your final destination in Kazakhstan.

Rabies vaccination validity is checked. Some KVCS requirements specify the vaccination must be within the past 12 months. Confirm current requirements before travel.

How Kazakhstan handles incoming pets

Kazakhstan has a clear set of import requirements that are manageable with some planning. Follow them in order and keep an eye on the dates that cannot move.

What experienced owners do

Confirm live animal acceptance on every flight segment before booking. Not all aircraft or connections take pets, and cargo terms can differ leg to leg.

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.

FAQ

Common questions

No titre test is currently required for standard pet imports from Germany to Kazakhstan. The requirements are a KVCS import permit, current rabies vaccination (within 12 months where specified), ISO microchip, and an EU export health certificate endorsed by the Bundesland authority. Confirm current requirements with the KVCS before travel.
Contact the Committee for Veterinary Control and Supervision (KVCS) under Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Agriculture. You will need your pet’s microchip number, vaccination records, and intended entry airport. Allow 10-12 weeks. A specialist agent with Central Asia experience can manage this process on your behalf.
Choose based on your final destination in Kazakhstan. Almaty is the largest city and commercial centre in the south; ALA is the airport. Astana is the capital in the north; NQZ is the airport. Air Astana serves both from Frankfurt.
Air Astana’s direct FRA-ALA service takes approximately 7 hours. Via Turkish Airlines through Istanbul (IST), the total routing is typically 10-14 hours including the connection.
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