DE
Germany
✈️
SA
Saudi Arabia
Pet Transport from Germany to Saudi Arabia
See key factsQuarantine on arrival
High routeExpert coordination essential
20-26 weeksPreparation lead time
Fully managedDoor to door service available
Official rules on this page checked
Which Saudi Arabia rules depend on a pet coming from Germany?
None of the Saudi Arabia rules we have verified names Germany on its own.
The rules that apply to every pet entering Saudi Arabia, whatever the origin, are listed with their official sources in our Saudi Arabia guide.
What does Germany require before your pet leaves?
- Export health certificate: Berlin example: apply to the district veterinary office three to four weeks before travel; fees are time-based under tariff 31050 of the Berlin VSGebO, from EUR 41 to EUR 615. Applies to dogs and cats leaving from Berlin (Treptow-Köpenick).
Reisen mit Heimtieren, checked 1 October 2026 - Export health certificate: Rhein-Erft-Kreis example: the district veterinary office charges EUR 35 to issue a health certificate for a stay abroad; it is valid for at most 10 days. Applies to dogs and cats leaving from Rhein-Erft-Kreis.
Gesundheitszeugnis für Auslandaufenthalte von Hunden/Katzen, checked 1 October 2026 - Export health certificate: Official veterinary health and vaccination certificates for pets travelling abroad are issued by the local veterinary office (Veterinäramt) of the city or district (example: Munich city Veterinäramt). Applies to dogs and cats leaving Germany for non-EU countries.
Tiere im Ausland und bei Reisen, checked 1 October 2026 - Other conditions: Entry rules for dogs and cats vary widely between non-EU destinations (blood tests, parasite treatment, entry permits); owners must check the destination's rules in advance. Applies to dogs and cats leaving Germany for non-EU countries.
Reisen mit Hund und Katze außerhalb der EU, checked 1 October 2026
Airlines
Carriers approved for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals on this route. We know which carriers to use and how to book.
LUFTHANSA
Lufthansa
EMIRATES
Emirates
BRITISH
British Airways
SINGAPORE
Singapore Airlines
CATHAY PACIFIC
Cathay Pacific
AIR FRANCE
Air France
KLM
KLM
ETIHAD AIRWAYS
Etihad Airways
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Route at a glance
FromGermany
ToSaudi Arabia
Prep time20-26 weeks
ComplexityHigh
Country and airline guides
Sources
Requirements on this page were checked against the authorities below. Rules change, so confirm current conditions with the relevant authority before you travel.