Pet Transport from Lithuania to Greece: 2026 Guide
Taking your dog or cat from Lithuania to Greece comes down to good timing and the right paperwork. Expect about 2-6 weeks, with a short and predictable checklist. No routine quarantine applies as long as every requirement is met. You will not need a rabies …
The Lithuania to Greece 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: Lithuanian vet.
Responsible: Lithuanian vet.
Responsible: VMVT-authorised vet.
Responsible: Owner.
Responsible: Owner and airline.
What your pet needs to enter Greece
Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.
What this route typically costs
Critical points
There is no direct flight from Vilnius to Athens, so cabin pet space must be reserved and confirmed on both legs of whichever connection you choose.
From 22 April 2026, the EU pet passport is restricted to owners primarily resident in the EU. Non-EU nationals resident in Lithuania should use an AHC instead.
Match the microchip number in the passport or AHC to the chip actually in your pet before travel.
The Istanbul connection sits outside the EU, but since your pet does not clear border control there, this has no bearing on the intra-EU entry rules that apply on arrival in Greece.
Approved carriers for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.
What Greece requires
Avoiding the common mistakes
Ask about temperature embargoes for your travel window. Summer and winter cargo restrictions can rule out certain routes and dates entirely.
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.