Pet Transport from Slovenia to Sweden

Relocating a pet from Slovenia to Sweden follows a clear path once you understand what Sweden asks for. This is a middle of the road route, and about 2-4 weeks of preparation …

2-4 wks

Preparation needed

None

Quarantine on arrival

Medium

Route complexity

Managed

Full door to door

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Lead time needed

2-4 weeks

Quarantine

None

Route complexity

Medium

Airlines

3 carriers on this route

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In short: Preparing to move a pet from Slovenia to Sweden typically takes around 2-4 weeks. There is no routine quarantine on arrival for compliant pets. A rabies titre test is not required.

Regulations checked June 2026

Prepared and reviewed by Pet Transport Global Editorial Team

Step by step

The import process, in full

As early as possible, at least 21 days before travel if vaccination needs updating.

Confirm microchip (ISO 11784/11785) and check rabies vaccination status in EU pet passport.

Responsible: Owner and official veterinarian in Slovenia.

8-12 weeks before travel for cargo bookings.

Book your flight. Confirm the airline accepts your pet on this specific routing (LJU via hub to ARN).

Responsible: Owner or pet transport agent.

6-8 weeks before travel.

Purchase an IATA-approved travel crate and allow your pet time to acclimatise to it.

Responsible: Owner.

10 days before departure (health certificate validity window).

Visit an UVHVVR-authorised vet for a health check and to update or verify the EU pet passport. Ensure all entries are complete and signed.

Responsible: Official veterinarian in Slovenia.

Day of travel.

Check in at LJU with all documentation. Confirm pet is handed to cargo handlers or checked in for cabin as booked.

Responsible: Owner.

Checklist

What your pet needs

Every item below must be completed and verified before your pet can travel. Expand each category for the detail.

Microchip

Required. ISO 11784/11785 (15-digit). Must be implanted before or on the same day as the first rabies vaccination.

Rabies vaccination

Required. Current and at least 21 days old after a primary vaccination. Boosters within the valid period: no additional wait. Source: EU Regulation 576/2013; Jordbruksverket, jordbruksverket.se.

Rabies titre test

Not required. Slovenia is an EU member state and a listed country for Sweden.

Quarantine

No quarantine. Sweden accepts compliant EU pet passports without quarantine.

Import permit

Not required for non-commercial companion animal movements within the EU.

Health certificate

EU pet passport.

Export permit

No export permit required for companion animals moving within the EU or to EEA countries including Norway.

Health certificate

EU pet passport issued by an official veterinarian in Slovenia, authorised by UVHVVR (Uprava za varno hrano, veterinarstvo in varstvo rastlin). Sweden accepts the EU pet passport as the entry document.

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Airlines

Carriers on this route

Not all airlines accept live animals on this route. Confirm the operating carrier's current policy for every flight segment.

Lufthansa

Ljubljana (LJU) via Frankfurt (FRA) to Stockholm Arlanda (ARN). Lufthansa Cargo handles live animals at FRA. Main cargo option for large dogs and breeds that cannot travel in cabin.

Cargo and Cabin

KLM

LJU via Amsterdam (AMS) to ARN. KLM Cargo handles pets at AMS. Good alternative for cargo routing, particularly for larger crates.

Cargo and Cabin

Wizz Air

Budget cabin-only service from Ljubljana. Small pets in-cabin only. No cargo or hold option available. Weight and size limits apply per Wizz Air policy.

Cabin Only

Costs

What this route typically costs

EU pet passport (if not already held): EUR 50-100 from an authorised vet in Slovenia.

Rabies vaccination update (if needed): EUR 40-80.

IATA-approved travel crate: EUR 60-250 depending on size.

Airline cabin fee (small pets in-cabin): EUR 40-100 per leg.

Cargo via Frankfurt or Amsterdam hub: EUR 400-900 depending on crate size and routing.

Pet transport agent (recommended for hub cargo routing): EUR 300-600.

Critical points

There is no direct flight between Ljubljana (LJU) and Stockholm Arlanda (ARN). All routing connects via a hub, typically Frankfurt (FRA) or Amsterdam (AMS). Each transit point has its own live animal handling procedures.

Rabies vaccination must be at least 21 days old on arrival in Sweden if it is a primary vaccination. Travel before this window expires will be refused entry.

Ljubljana Airport is a small regional airport. Cargo capacity for live animals is limited. Book cargo well in advance, especially in summer months.

Confirm your specific dog breed is permitted on your chosen airline. Some breeds face restrictions on certain routes or aircraft types.

The rules for bringing a pet into Sweden

Sweden keeps its requirements reasonable, though a few steps have fixed timing. Map those out first and the rest falls into place.

How to keep this move on track

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.

FAQ

Common questions

No. A titre test is only required when travelling from a country that is not on the EU listed countries register. Slovenia is an EU member state, so the standard EU pet passport with a current rabies vaccination is sufficient. Jordbruksverket confirms this at jordbruksverket.se.

Only if your dog is small enough to fit in an approved in-cabin carrier under the seat. Most carriers operating out of Ljubljana (LJU) apply a combined weight limit of around 8 kg including the bag. Larger dogs must travel as cargo or in the aircraft hold. Wizz Air offers cabin-only pet transport from Ljubljana but does not provide a hold option.

For cargo via Frankfurt or Amsterdam, aim to book at least 8 to 12 weeks in advance, particularly between May and September. Ljubljana Airport has limited cargo capacity for live animals and hub slots fill quickly. A pet transport agent familiar with LJU cargo can help secure space and manage the transit documentation at the hub.

Your dog needs an IATA-compliant travel crate (compliant with IATA Live Animal Regulations). The dog should be able to stand, turn around, and lie down naturally. Measure your dog standing and add 10 cm to the height, and measure from nose to tail base and add 10 cm for the length. Check your specific crate dimensions against the airline’s cargo acceptance table before purchase.

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