Pet Transport Panama to Czech Republic: 2026 Guide
Moving a dog or cat from Panama to Czech Republic is very doable with the right preparation. Expect around 20-26 weeks of lead time to line up the documents and the fixed waiting periods. No routine quarantine applies as long as every …
In short:
Preparing to move a pet from Panama to Czech Republic
typically takes around 20-26 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 Panama to Czech Republic pet import process
Each step must be completed in a precise sequence. Start early. We manage every stage and deadline.
1
Microchip (ISO 11784/11785) implanted before vaccination
Responsible: MIDA-registered vet in Panama
Week 1
2
Rabies vaccination administered after chip
Responsible: MIDA-registered vet
Week 2-3
3
Wait minimum 30 days post-vaccination before blood draw
Responsible: Pet owner (waiting period)
Weeks 3-7
4
FAVN or ELISA blood draw sent to EU-approved laboratory. Await result of 0.5 IU/ml or above.
Responsible: MIDA-registered vet / accredited lab
Week 7
5
90-day wait from blood draw date
Responsible: Pet owner (pet remains in Panama)
Weeks 7-20
6
Book cargo to Prague (PRG) for departure after the 90-day period ends
Responsible: PetTransportGlobal / pet owner
During the 90-day wait
7
DINASA-endorsed EU health certificate issued within 10 days of departure
Responsible: MIDA-registered vet + DINASA
Within 10 days of travel
Requirements
What your pet needs to enter Czech Republic
Every item below must be in place before your pet can travel. We manage and verify each one.
Microchip
ISO 11784/11785 compliant microchip, implanted before rabies vaccination
Rabies vaccination
Required. At least 21 days elapsed since primary vaccination.
Rabies titre test
REQUIRED. Panama is an unlisted third country. FAVN or ELISA test, blood drawn 30+ days post-vaccination. Result 0.5 IU/ml or above at an EU-approved laboratory. Mandatory 90-day wait from blood draw date.
Quarantine
None for compliant arrivals
Import permit
Not required
Health certificate
EU Annex IV non-commercial health certificate, endorsed by DINASA, issued within 10 days of travel
Export permit (Panama)
Not required for companion animals
Costs
What this route typically costs
FAVN titre test: lab fee USD 150-300 plus vet consultation and sample shipping
Cargo PTY to AMS, MAD, or FRA: EUR 700-1,500 depending on size
Second-leg cargo to Prague (PRG): EUR 150-400
IATA-approved crate: EUR 80-250
DINASA endorsement and documentation
SVS border inspection fee on arrival at PRG
Critical points to read before you book
The 90-day waiting period after the blood draw is absolute. It begins on the date of the blood draw, not when the result is received. Departure for the Czech Republic before the 90 days have elapsed will result in the animal being refused entry or quarantined.
The blood draw must be at least 30 days after the rabies vaccination. Drawing earlier produces an invalid result for EU purposes, requiring revaccination and a full restart.
The health certificate must reference the titre test date, result, laboratory name, and confirmation that the 90-day wait is complete. SVS inspectors check all of these fields.
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.
COPA AIRLINES
Copa Airlines
PTY to AMS or MAD via Copa. Then onward cargo to Prague (PRG). Check Copa live animal cargo policy per booking.
Cargo Only
IBERIA (CARGO)
Iberia (Cargo)
PTY to MAD via Iberia Cargo. From MAD, onward cargo to Prague (PRG) via CSA Czech Airlines or Vueling partner routes.
Cargo Only
KLM ROYAL
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Copa to AMS, then KLM or partner cargo to PRG. Amsterdam is a well-connected hub for central European destinations.
Cargo Only
LUFTHANSA
Lufthansa (Cargo)
Routing via FRA. Frankfurt to PRG is a short second leg. Lufthansa's live animal facilities at FRA are well suited to longer journeys.
Cargo Only
What Czech Republic requires
Bringing a pet into Czech Republic involves a fair amount of documentation. Keep everything organised and check each item against the current requirements before you book.
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 Panama to Czech Republic pet transport
It depends. If a FAVN blood draw was taken at least 30 days after that vaccination and the result was 0.5 IU/ml or above, the 90-day wait is counted from that blood draw date. If the 90 days have already elapsed and the titre test result is still valid, your dog may be ready to travel sooner than 20 weeks from now. Bring all vaccination and titre test records to a consultation with PetTransportGlobal so we can assess where you are in the process.
Yes. The Czech Republic SVS accepts both FAVN and ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) tests, as long as they are performed by an EU-approved laboratory and the result is 0.5 IU/ml or above. The 30-day pre-draw and 90-day post-draw waiting periods apply equally to both test types. Confirm with your chosen laboratory which format they use and whether it is accepted under Commission Decision 2000/258/EC.
A valid titre test result of 0.5 IU/ml or above, with the 90-day wait elapsed, allows entry to the Czech Republic (and any EU country) for the lifetime of the rabies vaccination. The titre test does not need to be repeated unless the rabies vaccination expires and needs to be renewed. If the vaccination lapses and has to be re-administered, a new blood draw and a new 90-day wait are required before the next EU entry.
Airline guides
Copa Airlines
Iberia (Cargo)
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Lufthansa (Cargo)
Breed guides
Check breed-specific airline rules and country bans.