Shipping a dog or cat from Indonesia to Denmark rewards owners who start planning early. There is a fair amount of paperwork here, so plan on around 28-36 weeks. No routine quarantine applies as long as every requirement is met.
You will …
In short:
Preparing to move a pet from Indonesia to Denmark
typically takes around 28-36 weeks.
There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets.
A rabies titre test is required, which adds a fixed waiting period, so start early.
Verification date not recorded. Confirm current requirements with the destination authority.
Prepared and reviewed by Pet Transport Global Editorial Team
Step by step
The Indonesia to Denmark pet import process
Each step must be completed in a precise sequence. Start early. We manage every stage and deadline.
1
Implant ISO 11784/11785 microchip
Responsible: Your veterinarian in Indonesia
First step. Before any vaccination. Find a vet in Indonesia who uses ISO-standard chips.
2
Administer rabies vaccination
Responsible: Your veterinarian in Indonesia
After microchip. Allow 30 days before titre test blood draw.
3
Titre test blood draw
Responsible: Your veterinarian + EU-approved laboratory
Minimum 30 days after vaccination. Sample must go to an EU-approved laboratory. Allow 3-4 weeks for results.
4
3-month wait (if titre test result is the first compliant result)
Responsible: N/A (waiting period)
EU rules require 3 months to pass from the date of the successful titre test blood draw before entry. This wait is mandatory.
5
Obtain BARANTAN/BKIPM-endorsed export health certificate
Responsible: Indonesian government vet + BARANTAN/BKIPM
Within 10 days of travel. Book government vet appointment early.
6
Book IATA-compliant cargo flight
Responsible: You or your pet transport agent
Several weeks before travel. Confirm live animal acceptance with cargo agent.
7
Travel day: pet travels as cargo. DVFA checks documentation on arrival at CPH.
Responsible: You + cargo agent
Deliver pet to cargo desk 3-4 hours before departure.
Requirements
What your pet needs to enter Denmark
Every item below must be in place before your pet can travel. We manage and verify each one.
Microchip
Required. ISO 11784/11785 standard (15-digit). Must be implanted before first rabies vaccination.
Rabies vaccination
Required. Must be administered after microchip implantation. 21-day post-primary vaccination wait applies.
Rabies titre test
Required. FAVN or ELISA rabies antibody titre test, minimum 0.5 IU/ml. Blood drawn at least 30 days after the most recent vaccination. Allow 3-4 weeks for results from an EU-approved laboratory.
Quarantine
No quarantine on arrival in Denmark, provided titre test and all documentation are compliant.
Import permit
Not required by Denmark for compliant pets.
Health certificate
EU Annex IV non-listed country health certificate, completed by an Indonesian government vet and endorsed by BARANTAN/BKIPM. Must be issued within 10 days of travel. Endorsed by the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (DVFA) on arrival.
Export permit (Indonesia)
Required
Costs
What this route typically costs
Airline cargo fees (Jakarta or Bali to Copenhagen, varies by weight and crate dimensions)
IATA-compliant travel crate
Microchip implantation (if not already done)
Rabies vaccination
Titre test laboratory fee (EU-approved lab, often requires shipping sample internationally from Indonesia)
BARANTAN/BKIPM export endorsement fee
Pet transport agent fee (strongly recommended for this route)
Critical points to read before you book
The 3-month post-titre-test waiting period is fixed under EU Regulation 576/2013. There are no exceptions. If your pet has never had a compliant titre test, the minimum preparation period is around 6 months from the start of the microchip and vaccination process.
EU-approved titre test laboratories are not available in all Indonesian cities. Your blood sample may need to be shipped internationally (often to the UK, Belgium, or the Netherlands). This adds time and cost.
Indonesia is not on the EU list of approved countries. Your health certificate must follow EU Annex IV format and be endorsed by the competent authority (BARANTAN/BKIPM). An unendorsed Indonesian certificate will not be accepted.
Denmark bans 13 dog breeds. Confirm your breed is permitted before starting preparations.
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.
QATAR AIRWAYS
Qatar Airways
Cargo: Qatar Airways Cargo via Doha hub. Temperature-controlled hold. Good connections from Jakarta (CGK) and Bali (DPS) to Copenhagen (CPH) via DOH. Book via approved cargo agent.
Cargo Only
EMIRATES
Emirates
Cargo: Emirates SkyCargo via Dubai. Connects Indonesia to Copenhagen with one transit. Temperature-controlled hold. Brachycephalic breeds subject to additional restrictions.
Cargo Only
SINGAPORE
Singapore Airlines
Cargo: Singapore Airlines Cargo via Singapore (SIN). Good connection from CGK/DPS. Connects to CPH via partner carriers. Book well in advance.
Cargo Only
LUFTHANSA
Lufthansa
Cargo: Lufthansa Cargo via Frankfurt (FRA). Indirect routing from Indonesia but reliable connection to Copenhagen. Trusted cargo network for live animals.
Cargo Only
KLM
KLM
Cargo: KLM via Amsterdam (AMS) with connection to Copenhagen. Strong EU arrival knowledge. Brachycephalic breeds restricted.
Cargo Only
Denmark entry requirements at a glance
Bringing a pet into Denmark involves a fair amount of documentation. Keep everything organised and check each item against the current requirements before you book.
Getting the details right
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.
Ask about temperature embargoes for your travel window. Summer and winter cargo restrictions can rule out certain routes and dates entirely.
Book the titre test laboratory well ahead. Approved labs have limited slots and the sample takes time to process, so this is not something to leave to the final weeks.
FAQ
Common questions about Indonesia to Denmark pet transport
At least 28-36 weeks from the start of preparations. The fixed steps are: microchip (if not already done), rabies vaccination, 30-day wait before titre test blood draw, titre test results (3-4 weeks), then a mandatory 3-month wait from the titre test blood draw date before your pet can enter the EU. Add time for BKIPM export certificate processing and cargo flight booking.
Denmark, as an EU member state, requires the titre test for pets from non-listed countries under EU Regulation 576/2013. Indonesia is not on the EU’s approved country list. Pets from EU-listed countries (including most of Europe and several others) can enter without a titre test. Indonesia’s disease profile means it does not currently meet the EU’s listing criteria.
There are no direct cargo flights from Indonesia to Copenhagen. All routings require at least one hub connection. Qatar Airways via Doha, Emirates via Dubai, Singapore Airlines via Singapore, Lufthansa via Frankfurt, and KLM via Amsterdam are the established options. Choose a single-stop routing to minimise handling time and transit stress for your pet.
No quarantine is required in Denmark, provided your pet’s documentation is fully compliant: valid titre test (0.5 IU/ml minimum), 3-month wait observed, EU Annex IV health certificate endorsed by BKIPM, and a valid ISO microchip and rabies vaccination. If documentation is incomplete or the waiting period has not been observed, your pet may be refused entry or placed in quarantine at your cost.
You are not legally required to use an agent. But for Indonesia to Denmark, a specialist agent saves significant time and reduces the risk of documentation errors that could delay or block your pet’s entry. The titre test logistics from Indonesia, BKIPM coordination, and cargo flight booking all benefit from an agent who knows the route.
Airline guides
Qatar Airways
Emirates
Singapore Airlines
Lufthansa
KLM
Breed guides
Check breed-specific airline rules and country bans.