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Pet Transport Germany to Lithuania: 2026 Guide

Taking your dog or cat from Germany to Lithuania comes down to good timing and the right paperwork. Preparation is relatively light here, so plan on about 1-3 weeks to be …

1-3 wks
Preparation needed
None
Quarantine on arrival
Low
Route complexity
Managed
Full door to door
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Lead time needed
1-3 weeks
Quarantine
None
Route complexity
Low
Airlines
4 carriers on this route
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What's required
MicrochipISO 11784/11785 (15-digit) microchip …
Rabies vaccinationCurrent rabies vaccination required and …
Rabies titre testNot required. Intra-EU movements under …
QuarantineNot required for compliant arrivals from …
Import permitNot required for non-commercial …
Health certificateEU pet passport. Valid throughout the EU …
In short: Preparing to move a pet from Germany to Lithuania typically takes around 1-3 weeks. There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets. A rabies titre test is not required.
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Step by step

The import process, in full

1
Before other preparations. Must predate the rabies vaccination in the passport.
Confirm ISO 15-digit microchip

Responsible: German official vet

2
First vaccination: wait 21 days. Booster within valid period: no wait.
EU pet passport with current rabies vaccination

Responsible: Official vet in Germany

3
4-6 weeks before travel. Confirm pet policy with the specific airline.
Book cabin or cargo on Germany-Vilnius route

Responsible: Owner or agent

4
Via Warsaw (LOT): approximately 4-5 hours including connection time.
Travel day: Frankfurt to Vilnius approximately 2.5-3 hours direct

Responsible: Owner

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 (15-digit) microchip required, recorded in the EU pet passport.
Rabies vaccination
Current rabies vaccination required and recorded in the EU passport. First vaccination must be at least 21 days old before entry. Booster within the valid period: no additional waiting time.
Rabies titre test
Not required. Intra-EU movements under the EU Pet Travel Scheme do not require a rabies antibody titre test.
Quarantine
Not required for compliant arrivals from other EU member states.
Import permit
Not required for non-commercial companion animal movements within the EU (up to five animals).
Health certificate
EU pet passport. Valid throughout the EU including Lithuania.
Export permit
No export permit required for companion animals moving between EU member states.
Health certificate
EU pet passport issued by an official veterinarian in Germany. Records the microchip number, rabies vaccination dates, and owner details. No additional export health certificate or endorsement is required for intra-EU movements.
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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.

Lufthansa Frankfurt to Vilnius
Lufthansa operates Frankfurt (FRA) to Vilnius (VNO). Small pets under 8kg (including carrier) can travel in cabin. Larger dogs travel as checked baggage or cargo. Frankfurt Animal Lounge at FRA provides professional live animal handling. A strong direct option for both small and large pets.
Cargo and Cabin
LOT Polish Airlines via Warsaw
LOT connects Frankfurt, Berlin, and other German cities to Warsaw (WAW), with frequent onward WAW to Vilnius (VNO) services. LOT accepts cabin pets and cargo animals. Warsaw Chopin Airport is a useful transit hub for Lithuania. Good option if direct Lufthansa flights are full.
Cargo and Cabin
Ryanair (cabin only)
Ryanair operates Germany-Vilnius routes from Berlin and other bases. Cabin pets accepted for small animals under their standard policy. No cargo or hold pet service. Only suitable for cats and small dogs.
Cabin Only
airBaltic via Riga
airBaltic routes through Riga (RIX) with onward connections to Vilnius. Adds one connection but may suit owners departing from cities with good airBaltic coverage in Germany.
Cargo and Cabin
Costs

What this route typically costs

EU pet passport (if not held): EUR 30-80
Cabin pet fee Germany to Vilnius: EUR 50-100 (budget) or EUR 100-200 (Lufthansa)
Cargo fee for larger dogs: EUR 300-950 depending on size
IATA travel crate (for cargo): EUR 60-250
Total for small cabin pet: EUR 100-300
Total for large dog via cargo: EUR 500-1,500

Critical points

Lithuania requires special permits for certain potentially dangerous breeds, including American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Tosa Inu, and their crossbreeds. These dogs must be muzzled and on a lead in public places. If you own one of these breeds, contact the SFVS at vmvt.lt to confirm current permit requirements before travel.

Vilnius Airport (VNO) is smaller than Western European hubs. Live animal cargo handling is available but confirm capacity with the airline before booking, particularly for large dogs.

Ryanair and budget carriers accept only small cabin pets. They do not handle live animal cargo in the hold.

The EU pet passport must be signed by an official vet. A passport issued by a private vet without official status may be questioned at Lithuanian border checks.

Lithuania entry requirements at a glance

Bringing a pet into Lithuania is one of the simpler processes. Cover the core requirements and you should have few surprises.

Getting the details right

Get your pet used to the travel crate weeks in advance. A calm, crate-familiar animal travels far better than one meeting the crate for the first time at the airport.

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.

FAQ

Common questions

No. Germany and Lithuania are both EU member states. Intra-EU pet movements under EU Regulation 576/2013 do not require a rabies antibody titre test. A valid EU pet passport with current microchip and rabies vaccination is sufficient.
Lithuania requires permits and muzzling in public for certain breeds: American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Rottweiler, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Tosa Inu, and crossbreeds. These breeds are not banned from entry but do require compliance with local handling rules. Check vmvt.lt for the current list.
Yes. Cats under 8kg including the carrier can travel in cabin on most flights from Germany to Vilnius, including Lufthansa and Ryanair. A valid EU pet passport is required. No additional health certificate or titre test is needed.
Yes. LOT connects multiple German cities to Warsaw, with regular onward connections to Vilnius. LOT accepts cabin pets on its European routes and is a solid alternative when Lufthansa direct flights are unavailable or more expensive.
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  • Lufthansa Frankfurt to Vilnius
  • LOT Polish Airlines via Warsaw
  • Ryanair (cabin only)
  • airBaltic via Riga
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