Relocating a pet from Philippines to Denmark follows a clear path once you understand what Denmark asks for. This route takes some organising, and roughly 20-28 weeks of preparation is about right. Pets with correct documentation skip …
In short:
Preparing to move a pet from Philippines to Denmark
typically takes around 20-28 weeks.
There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets.
A rabies titre test is required, which adds a fixed waiting period, so start early.
Verification date not recorded. Confirm current requirements with the destination authority.
Prepared and reviewed by Pet Transport Global Editorial Team
Step by step
The Philippines to Denmark pet import process
Each step must be completed in a precise sequence. Start early. We manage every stage and deadline.
1
Implant ISO 11784/11785 microchip (if not already done)
Responsible: BAI-accredited veterinarian
First step. Must be completed before any rabies vaccination.
2
Rabies vaccination
Responsible: BAI-accredited veterinarian
After microchip. Allow 30 days before titre test blood draw.
3
FAVN titre test blood draw at an EU-approved (EURL) laboratory
At least 30 days after vaccination. Allow 2-4 weeks for laboratory results.
4
3-month waiting period after a successful titre test result
Responsible: N/A -- mandatory waiting period
Mandatory. Your pet cannot enter the EU until 3 months after the blood draw date (not the result date). No exceptions.
5
Book IATA-compliant cargo flight from Manila to Copenhagen
Responsible: You (or your pet transport agent)
Once the 3-month wait is confirmed to end before your travel date.
6
Obtain BAI-endorsed EU-format health certificate
Responsible: BAI-accredited official veterinarian + BAI
Within 10 days of travel. BAI endorsement can take 5-7 working days.
7
Travel day: pet travels as cargo. EU Border Inspection Post check on arrival.
Responsible: You + cargo agent
Arrive at cargo desk 3-4 hours before departure.
Requirements
What your pet needs to enter Denmark
Every item below must be in place before your pet can travel. We manage and verify each one.
Microchip
Required. ISO 11784/11785 standard (15-digit). Must be implanted before any rabies vaccination for the vaccination to count under EU rules.
Rabies vaccination
Required. At least one valid rabies vaccination administered after microchipping. Must be current.
Rabies titre test
Required. The Philippines is not on the EU's list of countries with equivalent rabies status. FAVN titre test at an EU-approved (EURL) laboratory is required. Minimum 0.5 IU/ml. Blood drawn at least 30 days after vaccination. A 3-month waiting period applies after a successful result before entry into the EU.
Quarantine
No routine quarantine in Denmark for compliant pets. However, entry must be through an EU Border Inspection Post (BIP). Non-compliant pets may be detained.
Import permit
Not required for companion animals, but advance notification of entry at the EU Border Inspection Post is recommended.
Health certificate
Required. EU-format veterinary health certificate. Must be issued by a BAI-authorised official veterinarian. Must list microchip number, vaccination history, titre test results, and health status. Entry must be via an approved EU BIP.
Export permit (Philippines)
Not required
Costs
What this route typically costs
Airline cargo fees (varies by carrier, routing, pet weight, and crate dimensions)
IATA-compliant travel crate (purchase or hire)
Veterinary fees: microchip, vaccination, health certificate
FAVN titre test at EURL-approved laboratory (blood draw plus sample courier to lab)
BAI health certificate endorsement fee
Pet transport agent fee (strongly recommended)
Critical points to read before you book
The Philippines is NOT on the EU's list of approved countries for pet travel. The full titre test and 3-month waiting period apply -- there are no shortcuts.
The 3-month waiting period begins from the blood draw date, not the date results are received. Count carefully.
The EU-format health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel and must be in the correct EU format. BAI endorsement can take 5-7 working days -- book in advance.
Entry must be through an approved EU Border Inspection Post. Plan your routing so that the first EU entry point has a functioning BIP for live animals.
Always confirm current EU import rules with the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (DVFA) before travel.
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.
LUFTHANSA
Lufthansa
Cargo: Lufthansa Cargo via Frankfurt (FRA) from Manila (MNL). Temperature-controlled hold. Recommended routing for Philippines-to-Europe. Book through approved cargo agent.
Cargo Only
KLM
KLM
Cargo: KLM Cargo via Amsterdam (AMS). Reliable routing. Pets travel in temperature-controlled hold.
Cargo: Qatar Airways Cargo via Doha (DOH). Temperature-controlled hold. Book through Qatar Airways Cargo approved agents.
Cargo Only
SINGAPORE
Singapore Airlines
Cargo: Singapore Airlines Cargo via Singapore (SIN). Temperature-controlled hold. Good hub with connections to Copenhagen via European carriers.
Cargo Only
PHILIPPINE
Philippine Airlines
Cargo: Philippine Airlines handles outbound pet cargo from Manila. Confirm availability and current restrictions on European routing directly with PAL cargo.
Cargo Only
The rules for bringing a pet into Denmark
Denmark has a detailed set of import rules, and each one needs to be satisfied before travel. None of it is unusual, but the order and timing are what catch people out.
How to keep this move on track
Keep every original document together and take copies. Border officials want originals, and a missing signature or date can hold up clearance.
Work backwards from your travel date and add a buffer. Fixed waiting periods mean a single slipped appointment can push the whole move back by weeks.
Check the airline’s crate size and labelling rules early. An undersized or wrongly labelled crate is a frequent reason pets are refused at check-in.
Ask about temperature embargoes for your travel window. Summer and winter cargo restrictions can rule out certain routes and dates entirely.
FAQ
Common questions about Philippines to Denmark pet transport
Allow 20-28 weeks from starting preparations to travel day. The sequence is: microchip, vaccination (30-day wait before blood draw), titre test blood draw, 2-4 weeks for results, then the mandatory 3-month waiting period from the blood draw date. After that, you obtain the BAI-endorsed EU-format health certificate within 10 days of travel.
EU regulations require a 3-month (approximately 90-day) waiting period between the titre test blood draw date and the date your pet enters the EU. This applies to all pets from countries not on the EU’s approved list, which includes the Philippines. The waiting period begins from the blood draw date – not when results are received. It cannot be shortened or waived.
Your pet must enter the EU through an approved Border Inspection Post (BIP) for live animals. In Denmark, Copenhagen Airport (CPH) has a BIP. If your cargo routing arrives first in another EU country (e.g., Frankfurt or Amsterdam), your pet will clear customs and undergo BIP inspection there instead. Plan your routing with this in mind.
Both, in a sense. The health certificate must be in EU format – this is a specific document format required by EU regulations. It must be issued by a BAI-authorised official veterinarian in the Philippines and endorsed by BAI. Your regular vet cannot issue this – it must be an official vet recognised by BAI. Allow 5-7 working days for BAI endorsement.
Yes, and for this route it is strongly recommended. The combination of EU import regulations, BAI endorsement procedures, FAVN titre test logistics, and cargo booking for a multi-leg route from Manila to Copenhagen involves multiple points where a documentation error creates significant delays. IPATA-registered agents with EU-bound Philippines experience know all the current requirements.
Airline guides
Lufthansa
KLM
Emirates
Qatar Airways
Singapore Airlines
Philippine Airlines
Breed guides
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