Pet Transport Kazakhstan to Italy: 2026 Guide

Italy follows EU pet import rules, and Kazakhstan is not on the EU's approved country list. That means dogs and cats from Kazakhstan need a FAVN titre test and a 90-day waiting period before they can …

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20-26

Weeks lead time needed

Start this early minimum

Days quarantine on arrival

High

Route complexity

Airlines on this route

Step by step

The Kazakhstan to Italy import process

First step.

Microchip (ISO 11784/11785) implanted before rabies vaccination

Responsible: Kazakhstani vet

After microchipping. Allow at least 30 days before blood draw.

Rabies vaccination

Responsible: Kazakhstani vet

At least 30 days after vaccination. Ship sample to EU-approved laboratory.

FAVN titre test blood draw at EU-approved laboratory

Responsible: Kazakhstani vet plus EU-approved laboratory

Fixed by EU law. Cannot be shortened.

90-day wait from blood draw date

Responsible: N/A

During the 90-day wait.

Book cargo ALA or NQZ to FCO or MXP

Responsible: You or your agent

Within 10 days of travel to Italy.

EU-format health certificate from KVCS-authorised vet

Responsible: KVCS-authorised vet plus KVCS

Travel day.

Arrive at Rome Fiumicino (FCO) or Milan Malpensa (MXP)

Responsible: Airline cargo plus owner

Requirements

Italy entry requirements

Every item below must be in place before your pet can enter. We verify and track each one.

Microchip

ISO 11784/11785 required. Must precede rabies vaccination.

Rabies vaccination

Required and valid.

Rabies titre test

Required. Kazakhstan is an EU-unlisted third country. FAVN titre test at EU-approved laboratory; minimum 0.5 IU/ml. Blood drawn at least 30 days after vaccination. 90-day wait from blood draw date before entry into Italy. Source: EU Regulation 576/2013 and 2020/692.

Quarantine

No routine quarantine for compliant arrivals.

Import permit

Not required.

Health certificate

EU-format non-commercial health certificate from KVCS-authorised vet, endorsed by KVCS. Valid 10 days.

Leaving Kazakhstan

Export requirements

Export permit

Export health certificate from KVCS-authorised vet, endorsed by KVCS. Kazakhstan is in the Eurasian Economic Union.

Health certificate

EU-format non-commercial health certificate from KVCS-authorised official vet, endorsed by KVCS. Valid 10 days as entry document.

Costs

What this route typically costs

FAVN titre test (blood draw plus laboratory fee): USD 100-200 plus sample shipping

KVCS health certificate and endorsement fee

Cargo ALA to FCO or MXP: EUR 700-1,900 depending on crate size and routing

IATA-compliant travel crate: EUR 60-250

Pet transport agent: EUR 300-700

Total typical range: EUR 1,200-3,200 over 20-26 weeks

Critical points

The 90-day wait runs from the blood draw date, not from receipt of results. Get the blood draw date confirmed in writing from your vet, as it controls your earliest legal travel date.

Italy follows EU-wide pet import rules. There is no Italy-specific shortcut for unlisted countries. The full FAVN protocol applies.

If shipping blood samples to an EU-approved laboratory outside Kazakhstan, factor in 1-2 weeks for international sample transit and laboratory processing.

Airlines

Approved carriers on this route

Airline	Notes	Type
Turkish Airlines Cargo	Almaty (ALA) or Astana (NQZ) to Istanbul (IST) then IST to Rome Fiumicino (FCO) or Milan Malpensa (MXP). Turkish Airlines Cargo handles live animal freight. IST is the primary hub for Central Asia to Italy cargo. Multiple daily IST-FCO and IST-MXP flights provide scheduling flexibility.	Cargo Only
Air Astana via FRA	Air Astana ALA-FRA then Frankfurt (FRA) to FCO or MXP connections. Lufthansa Cargo or partner carriers handle the FRA-Italy segment. Air Astana Cargo on ALA-FRA; confirm live animal policy.	Cargo Only
Lufthansa Cargo via FRA	ALA or NQZ to Frankfurt (FRA) then FRA to FCO or MXP. Lufthansa Cargo handles live animals. Frankfurt Animal Lounge provides in-transit care. FRA to Rome or Milan is a short European connection.	Cargo Only
Qatar Cargo via DOH	ALA to Doha (DOH) then DOH to FCO or MXP. Qatar Cargo handles live animals. DOH-Italy routes are well-served by Qatar Airways. A viable alternative to the IST hub.	Cargo Only

Kazakhstan to Italy: understanding the unlisted country protocol

Italy’s pet import rules are set at the EU level. EU Regulation 576/2013 divides countries into two groups: listed countries, which can send pets with a simplified process, and unlisted countries, which must follow the full titre test protocol. Kazakhstan is unlisted.

The practical consequence is a five-step process before your pet can travel: ISO microchip before vaccination, rabies vaccination, FAVN blood draw at least 30 days after vaccination, a 90-day wait from the blood draw date, and then the EU health certificate within 10 days of travel. No step can be skipped or shortened.

The good news is that once the 90-day wait is complete and your KVCS health certificate is in order, there is no quarantine in Italy. Compliant arrivals clear at FCO or MXP without delay.

Turkish Airlines via Istanbul: the main cargo route

From Almaty (ALA) or Astana (NQZ), Turkish Airlines Cargo provides the most direct connection to Italy via Istanbul (IST). IST has multiple daily flights to both Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and Milan Malpensa (MXP), giving flexibility on departure day and time.

Turkish Airlines Cargo handles live animals and is well-experienced on the Central Asia to Europe corridor. Book cargo space 4-6 weeks in advance of your planned travel date. The ALA-IST-FCO or ALA-IST-MXP journey typically takes 12-18 hours total including the Istanbul connection.

Alternative routings via Frankfurt (Lufthansa or Air Astana to FRA, then connections to FCO or MXP) and via Doha (Qatar Cargo) are also viable if Turkish Airlines capacity does not work for your dates.

FAQ

Common questions about this route

No. The 90-day waiting period from the blood draw date is a fixed EU legal requirement for animals from unlisted countries including Kazakhstan. It cannot be shortened by any means. Source: EU Regulation 576/2013.

Yes. EU unlisted country rules apply to both dogs and cats. Cats from Kazakhstan need microchip, rabies vaccination, FAVN titre test, and 90-day wait to enter Italy. Source: EU Regulation 576/2013.

Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and Milan Malpensa (MXP) both handle cargo arrivals. Your choice should depend on your final destination in Italy. FCO is better for central and southern Italy; MXP for northern Italy. Turkish Airlines serves both from IST.

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