Pet Transport Greece to Kazakhstan: 2026 Guide
Getting a pet from Greece to Kazakhstan is a step by step process, and each stage has its own timing. Give yourself close to 8-12 weeks so none of the fixed waiting periods catch you out. Start with …
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Responsible: Owner or agent
Responsible: Greek vet
Responsible: Greek vet, then Directorate General of Veterinary Services
Responsible: Owner or agent
Responsible: Airline cargo, then KVCS inspection on arrival
Kazakhstan entry requirements
Every item below must be in place before your pet can enter. We verify and track each one.
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Critical points
The KVCS import permit is mandatory and must be obtained before travel. Start this process at least 10-12 weeks in advance and follow up regularly, since KVCS does not have the same online responsiveness as some other veterinary authorities.
Rabies vaccination validity is checked. Some KVCS requirements specify the vaccination must be within the past 12 months. Confirm current requirements before travel.
Kazakhstan has two main international airports. Confirm the correct arrival point, Almaty for ALA or Astana for NQZ, based on your final destination.
This is the longest and most administratively demanding of the Greece corridors covered here. Build extra buffer time into the schedule accordingly.
Approved carriers on this route
| Airline | Notes | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | Athens (ATH) to Istanbul (IST), then IST to Almaty (ALA) or Astana (NQZ). Turkish Airlines is the dominant carrier on this corridor and connects easily from Athens. | Cargo Only |
| Air Astana | Kazakhstan's national carrier serves several European hubs with onward connections toward Almaty. Confirm live animal cargo acceptance directly with Air Astana before booking, since published policy is not consistently detailed. | Cargo Only |
Kazakhstan import rules, explained
Practical tips for this move
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.
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.
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