Pet Transport from Kazakhstan to Turkey
Bringing your dog or cat from Kazakhstan to Turkey takes some coordination, but the requirements are well defined. Expect about 16-20 weeks. Nothing here is unusually complex, but the deadlines matter. There is no routine quarantine, provided the paperwork is …
The Kazakhstan to Turkey import process
Every step must be completed in sequence. A single missed deadline can add months to your timeline. We own the entire process.
Responsible: Vet in Kazakhstan.
Responsible: KVCS-authorised vet.
Responsible: Vet and laboratory.
Responsible: Owner.
Responsible: KVCS-authorised vet and the Committee for Veterinary Control and Supervision.
Responsible: Airline cargo handling.
What your pet needs to enter Turkey
Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.
What this route typically costs
Critical points
Confirm which airport your pet departs from before booking. Almaty is Kazakhstan's larger commercial hub, but Astana's direct service is a genuine alternative if you're relocating from the capital and don't want an internal domestic leg first.
The 90-day wait is counted from the blood draw, not the lab result date. Book the test as early as your pet's vaccination schedule allows.
Turkey bans the American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Fila Brasileiro, Dogo Argentino, Japanese Tosa, Rottweiler and their crosses under Law No. 5199, amended in 2021.
Approved carriers for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.
What Turkey requires
Avoiding the common mistakes
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.