Pet Transport Lithuania to Czech Republic

Moving a pet from Lithuania to the Czech Republic is a simple EU-to-EU transfer. Both countries are EU member states, so the process runs on the EU pet passport alone: no titre …

1-3 wks

Preparation needed

None

Quarantine on arrival

Low

Route complexity

Managed

Full door to door

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Step by step

The import process, in full

As early as possible, at least 6 weeks before travel.

Confirm your pet's ISO microchip is recorded in the EU pet passport and readable.

Responsible: Owner and vet

At least 21 days before travel if a fresh primary vaccination is required.

Verify the rabies vaccination is current and at least 21 days old. Arrange a primary vaccination or booster if needed.

Responsible: VMVT-authorised veterinarian in Lithuania

1-2 weeks before travel.

Have the EU pet passport updated and officially signed off by the vet.

Responsible: Official vet in Lithuania

2-4 weeks before travel.

Book the flight and arrange the cargo or cabin pet booking. LOT via Warsaw is the recommended cargo route for this destination.

Responsible: Owner or pet transport agent

Travel day.

Arrive at Prague Airport (PRG) and present the EU pet passport. The SVA may conduct spot checks on arrival.

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

Required. ISO 11784/11785.

Rabies vaccination

Required. Current and at least 21 days old after a primary vaccination. Source: SVA (Statni veterinarni sprava, State Veterinary Administration): svscr.cz.

Rabies titre test

Not required. Lithuania is an EU member state.

Quarantine

No quarantine for compliant arrivals.

Import permit

Not required.

Health certificate

EU pet passport.

Export permit

No export permit required for companion animals moving within the EU.

Health certificate

EU pet passport issued by an official veterinarian in Lithuania, authorised by the VMVT (Valstybine maisto ir veterinarijos tarnyba, State Food and Veterinary Service). The Czech Republic accepts the EU pet passport as the entry document.

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Airlines

Carriers on this route

Not all airlines accept live animals on this route. We know every carrier policy for this corridor.

LOT Polish Airlines

VNO via Warsaw (WAW) to Prague (PRG). LOT is the main and most direct cargo connection for this route, with live animal handling at Warsaw Chopin Airport and good connections onward to Prague.

Cargo and Cabin

Lufthansa

VNO via Frankfurt (FRA) to Prague (PRG). Lufthansa Cargo handles live animals at FRA. A reliable option for larger dogs where the Warsaw connection is not available.

Cargo and Cabin

Ryanair

Operates some VNO-PRG services. Budget carrier, cabin pets only for very small animals within weight limits. Not suitable for cargo or larger dogs.

Cabin

airBaltic

Operates from VNO to Riga (RIX) with onward connections. Smaller network option; check current PRG routing availability before booking.

Cargo and Cabin

Costs

What this route typically costs

EU pet passport: EUR 50-100 (if not already held)

Rabies vaccination update: EUR 40-80

Cargo fee VNO to PRG via LOT or Lufthansa hub: EUR 300-700 depending on crate size and weight

IATA-approved travel crate: EUR 60-250

Pet transport agent (optional): EUR 250-550

Cabin fee for small pets (where airline and size permit): EUR 50-100

Critical points

LOT via Warsaw is the most practical cargo route for Vilnius to Prague. Confirm live animal availability on your specific dates with the airline or agent before booking your passenger ticket.

The rabies vaccination must be at least 21 days old if it is a primary vaccination. Check the EU passport vaccination dates before confirming travel dates.

Microchip implantation must pre-date or match the date of the first rabies vaccination. An incorrect order can invalidate the entire vaccination history.

Prague is a popular destination: cargo spaces on some routes to PRG fill up during summer and public holidays. Book well ahead.

Documents Your Pet Needs for Entry into the Czech Republic

The EU pet passport is the only document required for a pet moving from Lithuania to the Czech Republic. The passport must record a valid ISO 11784/11785 microchip number and a current rabies vaccination. If the rabies vaccination was given as a primary course, it must be at least 21 days old on the date of travel. A booster given within a valid period carries no waiting time. The SVA (Statni veterinarni sprava) confirms that no titre test, no import permit, and no quarantine apply to pets arriving from EU member states with correct documentation. Your Lithuanian vet must be authorised by the VMVT to sign off the passport.

Getting from Vilnius to Prague: Air Routes and Cargo

Prague is a popular destination for Lithuanian expats, students, and relocating families. The main cargo-capable connection is LOT Polish Airlines via Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW). LOT handles live animals on the WAW-PRG leg, making it the go-to route for dogs too large to travel in the cabin. Lufthansa via Frankfurt (FRA) is the alternative, with strong cargo handling at FRA. For small pets in the cabin, Ryanair operates some direct VNO-PRG services at lower cost, though cabin pet policies and spaces are restricted. Always confirm live animal acceptance directly with your chosen carrier before making any bookings.

FAQ

Common questions

No. The EU pet passport is the only document required for pets moving from Lithuania to the Czech Republic. Both countries are EU member states. No titre test, import permit, or quarantine applies, provided the microchip and rabies vaccination are current and correctly recorded in the passport.

LOT via Warsaw is the most direct and commonly used cargo route. Lufthansa via Frankfurt is a reliable alternative for larger dogs. For very small pets, some cabin options exist on direct or low-cost services. Check cargo availability with each airline for your travel dates.

Spot checks by Czech customs or SVA border officers can occur, but EU pets with a correctly completed EU passport are not subject to routine inspection. Have the passport accessible and your microchip chip number noted separately in case of a scanner check.

For a large dog travelling as cargo via LOT or Lufthansa, expect to pay EUR 300-700 for the air cargo fee, plus EUR 60-250 for an IATA-approved crate and EUR 40-80 for a rabies booster if needed. A pet transport agent adds EUR 250-550 but handles the cargo booking and documentation for you.

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Pet Transport Lithuania to Czech Republic

The import process, in full

What your pet needs

Carriers on this route

What this route typically costs

Critical points

Documents Your Pet Needs for Entry into the Czech Republic

Getting from Vilnius to Prague: Air Routes and Cargo

Common questions

Move your pet

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