Pet Transport Netherlands to Kazakhstan: 2026 Guide
A move from Netherlands to Kazakhstan with a dog or cat is mostly about preparing the documents in the right order. Expect about 10-14 weeks. Nothing here is unusually complex, but the deadlines matter. There is no routine quarantine, …
In short:
Preparing to move a pet from Netherlands to Kazakhstan
typically takes around 10-14 weeks.
There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets.
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Prepared and reviewed by Pet Transport Global Editorial Team
Step by step
The Netherlands to Kazakhstan pet import process
Each step must be completed in a precise sequence. Start early. We manage every stage and deadline.
1
Contact Kazakh embassy in The Hague or Committee on Veterinary Control for EAEU documentation requirements
Responsible: Owner or agent
10-12 weeks before travel. EAEU format requirements are specific and must be confirmed before the vet appointment.
2
Confirm ISO microchip predates the rabies vaccination
Responsible: NVWA-authorised vet
6+ weeks before travel.
3
Verify rabies vaccination is current and within EAEU validity requirements
Responsible: NVWA-authorised vet
6+ weeks before travel.
4
Book cargo from AMS to ALA via Air Astana direct or Turkish via IST
Responsible: Owner or agent
6-8 weeks before travel. Confirm live animal acceptance.
5
NVWA-endorsed health certificate in EAEU format within 10 days of travel
Responsible: NVWA-authorised vet, then NVWA endorsement
Within 10 days of departure.
6
Travel day: veterinary inspection at ALA or NQZ on arrival
Responsible: Airline cargo, then Kazakh veterinary inspection
AMS to ALA direct on Air Astana: approximately 7-8 hours. Via IST: 9-12 hours.
Requirements
What your pet needs to enter Kazakhstan
Every item below must be in place before your pet can travel. We manage and verify each one.
Microchip
ISO 11784/11785 microchip required.
Rabies vaccination
Current rabies vaccination required. Kazakhstan is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and veterinary documentation must comply with EAEU standards.
Quarantine
No routine quarantine for compliant arrivals, but a veterinary inspection is conducted on arrival.
Import permit
Import veterinary certificate required. Contact Kazakhstan's Committee on Veterinary Control and Supervision or the Kazakh embassy in The Hague for current requirements and documentation format.
Health certificate
NVWA-endorsed health certificate formatted to EAEU standards, presented at Almaty (ALA) or Nur-Sultan/Astana (NQZ) on arrival.
Export permit (Netherlands)
No separate export permit required. The NVWA-endorsed, EAEU-formatted health certificate is the required export document.
Costs
What this route typically costs
NVWA-endorsed health certificate and official vet fee: EUR 100-250
Kazakhstan import documentation fee: confirm with relevant authority
Cargo AMS to ALA: EUR 800-2,500 depending on pet size and routing
IATA-approved travel crate: EUR 80-280 if needed
Pet transport agent (recommended for EAEU routes): EUR 400-1,000
Total typical range: EUR 1,400-4,500
Critical points to read before you book
Kazakhstan is an EAEU member. The NVWA health certificate must be formatted to EAEU veterinary standards, not EU format. Confirm this with the Kazakh embassy in The Hague or the Committee on Veterinary Control before the vet appointment. An incorrectly formatted certificate will be refused at Almaty.
Air Astana's direct AMS-ALA service is an excellent option if they accept live animal cargo. Confirm this with Air Astana Cargo before planning around the direct route. If not available, Turkish Airlines via Istanbul is the established alternative.
Start the permit and EAEU documentation research 10-12 weeks before travel. This route has the most complex documentation requirements of the Netherlands-to-Caucasus and Netherlands-to-Central-Asia corridors.
A pet transport agent experienced in EAEU routes is strongly recommended for this move.
Airlines
Carriers approved for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals on this route. We know which carriers to use and how to book.
AIR ASTANA
Air Astana direct Amsterdam to Almaty
Air Astana operates a direct service between Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and Almaty (ALA). This is the most direct routing from the Netherlands to Kazakhstan. Confirm with Air Astana Cargo whether they accept live animal freight on this AMS-ALA service.
Cargo Only
TURKISH
Turkish Airlines via Istanbul
AMS to Istanbul (IST) on Turkish Airlines, then IST to Almaty (ALA) or Nur-Sultan (NQZ). Turkish Airlines Cargo handles live animals. IST is one of the main hubs for Central Asia-bound cargo.
Cargo Only
LUFTHANSA VIA
Lufthansa via Frankfurt
AMS to Frankfurt (FRA) via KLM or Lufthansa, then FRA to ALA or NQZ via Air Astana or Turkish Airlines. Frankfurt Animal Lounge handles live animal connections at FRA.
Cargo Only
What Kazakhstan requires
The path into Kazakhstan is straightforward to follow once you know the steps. Give the time-sensitive items priority and check the details below.
Avoiding the common mistakes
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.
Confirm live animal acceptance on every flight segment before booking. Not all aircraft or connections take pets, and cargo terms can differ leg to leg.
Keep every original document together and take copies. Border officials want originals, and a missing signature or date can hold up clearance.
FAQ
Common questions about Netherlands to Kazakhstan pet transport
Air Astana operates the AMS-ALA direct route. Whether they accept live animal cargo freight on this service should be confirmed directly with Air Astana Cargo before booking. If they do, this is the most direct option from the Netherlands to Kazakhstan.
Kazakhstan is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), which has its own veterinary documentation standards. The EAEU ISPS format differs from EU health certificate format. An EU-format certificate will not be accepted at Almaty. Confirm the correct EAEU format with the Kazakh embassy or Committee on Veterinary Control before your vet appointment.
Kazakhstan does not typically require the FAVN titre test for pets from EU member states. However, current requirements must be confirmed with the relevant Kazakh authority when you contact them about the EAEU format. Requirements can be updated.
Direct on Air Astana: approximately 7-8 hours to Almaty. Via Turkish Airlines through Istanbul: 9-12 hours total. Both are within the range suitable for healthy adult pets in compliant crates.
Airline guides
Air Astana direct Amsterdam to Almaty
Turkish Airlines via Istanbul
Lufthansa via Frankfurt
Breed guides
Check breed-specific airline rules and country bans.
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