Pet Transport from United States to Greece

If you’re relocating from United States to Greece and taking your pet, the good news is thousands of families do this every year.

This route is relatively straightforward compared to some international routes. Start preparations at least 4 weeks before your travel date: some steps have fixed waiting periods that cannot be shortened.

We’ve laid out every step below so you know exactly what to prepare and when.

Step-by-Step Process

Greece Import Requirements

What Greece requires for pets entering the country.

Exporting from United States

What you need from United States before your pet can leave.

Cost Factors

Costs vary depending on pet size, transport method, and whether you use a transport agent.

• Airline cargo or cabin fees (varies by carrier, route, pet weight, and crate size)
• IATA-compliant travel crate (purchase or hire)
• Veterinary fees: vaccinations, microchipping, health certificate
• Pet transport agent fee (recommended for complex routes)

Important Warnings

What to know about the United States to Greece route

Compared to some international pet transport routes, United States to Greece is manageable. That said, every country’s rules are different and the timing requirements are strict.

EU member state. EU rules apply.

From experience: United States to Greece pet transport

Microchip first, then vaccinate. The microchip must be implanted before any rabies vaccination for the vaccination to count. It’s the most common and costly mistake people make.

Get the health certificate from an official (government-approved) veterinarian, not just your regular vet. Some countries have strict requirements about who can sign the certificate. Check the destination authority’s approved list.

If this is your first international pet move, consider using a registered pet transport agent. They handle the documentation, airline booking, crate sizing, and can troubleshoot issues. IPATA-registered agents are the recognised standard.