In short:
Preparing to move a pet from Lithuania to Portugal
typically takes around 1-3 weeks.
There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets.
A rabies titre test is not required.
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Overview
The journey from Lithuania to Portugal for a pet is straightforward to plan once the key dates are mapped out. Give yourself roughly 1-3 weeks, though this route carries fewer hurdles than most. Compliant pets are not held in quarantine on arrival.
No rabies titre test is required. Work through the steps below in order and you will arrive in good shape.
Step by step
The Lithuania to Portugal process
1
Check now.
Confirm microchip pre-dates rabies vaccination in EU pet passport
Responsible: Your Lithuanian vet
2
Review passport.
Confirm rabies vaccination is current and at least 21 days old
Responsible: Lithuanian vet
3
Standard lead time.
Book Vilnius or Kaunas to Lisbon or Porto. Confirm pet policy.
Responsible: Owner
4
Travel day.
Travel to Portugal with EU pet passport.
Responsible: Owner, airline
Checklist
Portugal: entry requirements
Requirement
Detail
Microchip
Required. ISO 11784/11785. Implanted before the rabies vaccination.
Rabies vaccination
Required. At least 21 days since primary vaccination. Source: EU Regulation 576/2013.
EU pet passport. Lithuanian vets issue EU pet passports. Current microchip and valid rabies vaccination required.
Costs
What this route typically costs
1
EU pet passport: approximately EUR 40-100
2
Vaccination update if needed: EUR 30-80
3
Cabin pet fee: EUR 30-80
4
Cargo if needed: EUR 250-700
5
Total typical range: EUR 80-850
Critical points
Read before you book
⚠ Portugal does not require tapeworm treatment for dogs from Lithuania. If you recently checked Ireland's rules, be aware that Portugal's are different.
⚠ Ryanair flies directly from Kaunas and Vilnius to Lisbon and Porto on seasonal schedules. Check current schedules as these routes change year to year.
⚠ For large dogs, LOT via Warsaw or Lufthansa via Frankfurt provides cargo connectivity to Lisbon.
Carriers
Airlines on this route
TAP Air Portugal
Lisbon (LIS) hub. TAP connects from European hubs to Lisbon and Porto. Cabin and cargo available. TAP accepts small pets in cabin and handles live animal cargo.
Cargo and Cabin
Ryanair
Vilnius (VNO) and Kaunas (KUN) to Lisbon, Porto, Faro. Cabin only for small pets. No cargo. Several seasonal direct and connecting routes to Portugal.
Cabin Only
Wizz Air
Lithuanian airports to Portuguese destinations. Cabin only. No cargo.
Cabin Only
LOT Polish Airlines
Vilnius to Warsaw (WAW) then to Lisbon. LOT accepts live animal cargo. Warsaw is a practical cargo hub for Portugal connections.
Cargo and Cabin
Lufthansa Group
Connections via Frankfurt (FRA) or Munich to Lisbon. Cargo and cabin options for larger pets.
Cargo and Cabin
Portugal import rules, explained
Portugal has a modest set of rules compared with stricter destinations. Get the essentials in place and confirm the finer points below.
Practical tips for this move
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.
FAQ
Common questions
Yes, subject to Ryanair’s cabin pet policy. Ryanair accepts small pets in the cabin within a carrier that fits under the seat, within their weight and size limits. For larger dogs that cannot fit in the cabin, Ryanair is not suitable, and a cargo carrier (LOT, Lufthansa, TAP) should be used instead.
TAP Air Portugal accepts pets in the cabin up to a combined pet-plus-carrier weight of approximately 8kg. Carriers must fit under the seat in front. This covers most small dogs and cats. For medium and large dogs, TAP’s cargo service handles live animals. Check TAP’s current policy when booking as specifications can change.
Just ensure your EU pet passport is valid and up to date. Your Lithuanian vet can check and update it at any appointment. There is no export permit, endorsement, or farewell inspection required for intra-EU movement. Carry the original passport throughout the journey.
Airline guides
TAP Air Portugal
Ryanair
Wizz Air
LOT Polish Airlines
Lufthansa Group
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