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Pet Transport Germany to Slovenia: 2026 Guide

A move from Germany to Slovenia with a dog or cat is mostly about preparing the documents in the right order. Around 1-3 weeks should do it, as this is an easier route to plan. …

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. …
Rabies titre testNot required. Both Germany and Slovenia …
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 Slovenia 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.
Confirm ISO 15-digit microchip

Responsible: German official vet

2
First vaccination: 21-day wait. Booster: no additional wait.
EU pet passport with current rabies vaccination

Responsible: Official vet in Germany

3
4-6 weeks before. Direct LJU flights from Germany are limited; plan the VIE connection in advance.
Book flight or plan overland route

Responsible: Owner or agent

4
Air option: FRA or MUC to VIE (1.5h) then VIE to LJU (45 min).
Travel: Munich to Ljubljana approximately 4-5 hours by road or 2-3 hours by air via Vienna

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. First vaccination: minimum 21-day wait before entry. Booster within valid period: no additional wait.
Rabies titre test
Not required. Both Germany and Slovenia are EU member states. No rabies antibody titre test is needed under the EU Pet Travel Scheme.
Quarantine
Not required for compliant arrivals from other EU member states.
Import permit
Not required for non-commercial companion animal movements within the EU.
Health certificate
EU pet passport. Valid throughout the EU including Slovenia.
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 microchip number, rabies vaccination, and owner details. No separate export health certificate or endorsement required for intra-EU travel.
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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.

Austrian Airlines Frankfurt or Munich to Ljubljana via Vienna
Austrian Airlines connects Frankfurt (FRA) and Munich (MUC) to Vienna (VIE), with onward Austrian services to Ljubljana (LJU). Cabin pets accepted under 8kg. Live animal cargo available on some legs. Vienna is a practical staging point for pet movements into Slovenia.
Cargo and Cabin
Lufthansa Frankfurt to Vienna, then Austrian
Lufthansa operates FRA to VIE with connecting Austrian flights to LJU. The Frankfurt Animal Lounge handles cargo pets at FRA. A two-leg option but well-coordinated within the Lufthansa Group. Confirm live animal acceptance on both segments.
Cargo and Cabin
Adria Airways (ceased) / easyJet
Adria Airways, the former Slovenian carrier, ceased operations in 2019. Some budget carriers including easyJet operate Germany-Ljubljana routes seasonally. Check current schedules; cabin pet policies vary by carrier and route.
Cargo and Cabin
Overland route
For owners in Bavaria or Baden-Wuerttemberg, Ljubljana is approximately 4-5 hours by car from Munich. An overland drive is a practical option for large dogs or pets uncomfortable with air travel. The route crosses Austria and Slovenia, all EU countries with no border pet checks needed.
Cabin Only
Costs

What this route typically costs

EU pet passport (if not held): EUR 30-80 from German official vet
Cabin pet fee via Vienna to Ljubljana: EUR 100-250 (two-leg fare)
Cargo for larger dogs: EUR 350-1,000 depending on size
IATA travel crate (for cargo): EUR 60-250
Fuel and road costs for overland drive (Munich to Ljubljana): approximately EUR 60-100
Total for small cabin pet (air): EUR 150-300
Total for large dog via cargo: EUR 550-1,500

Critical points

Ljubljana Airport (LJU) is a small regional airport. Direct cargo services from Germany are very limited. Plan on the Vienna (VIE) connection for most cargo movements. Austrian Airlines is the most practical carrier for this route.

Slovenia classifies certain dogs as potentially dangerous, including Rottweiler and Pit Bull-type breeds. These may require registration and muzzling in public under Slovenian animal welfare legislation. Contact UVHVR at uvhvr.gov.si before travelling with these breeds.

The overland route from Bavaria is a genuinely practical option for large dogs. Munich to Ljubljana takes about 4.5 hours via the Salzburg and Villach autobahns. The route crosses into Austria and Slovenia, both EU countries with open borders for EU pets with valid passports.

The EU pet passport must be issued by an official vet (amtlicher Tierarzt) in Germany. Confirm your vet has official status before travel.

Meeting Slovenia's entry requirements

The requirements for Slovenia are light, but not zero. A little planning goes a long way on a route like this.

Advice worth following

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.

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.

FAQ

Common questions

No. Slovenia and Germany are both EU member states. The EU Pet Travel Scheme applies and there is no quarantine requirement for compliant arrivals. A valid EU pet passport with ISO microchip and current rabies vaccination is all that is needed. Source: EU Regulation 576/2013.
Direct flights from Germany to Ljubljana (LJU) exist but are limited. The most reliable option is Austrian Airlines via Vienna (VIE), connecting from Frankfurt (FRA) or Munich (MUC). Some seasonal direct services operate, particularly from budget carriers. Check current schedules before booking.
Yes. All countries on the Munich-to-Ljubljana route (Germany, Austria, Slovenia) are EU member states with open borders. An EU pet passport is the only document you need. No border stops, no vet checks at the border. The drive from Munich takes approximately 4.5 hours. A viable option for large dogs or pets that travel poorly by air.
The UVHVR (Uprava za varno hrano, veterinarstvo in varstvo rastlin) is the competent authority for veterinary matters in Slovenia. Their website is uvhvr.gov.si. For intra-EU arrivals with valid EU passports, no advance clearance is required, but the UVHVR is the contact if questions arise.
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Airline guides
  • Austrian Airlines Frankfurt or Munich to Ljubljana via Vienna
  • Lufthansa Frankfurt to Vienna, then Austrian
  • Adria Airways (ceased) / easyJet
  • Overland route
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