Moving a dog or cat from Uruguay to Hungary 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. There is no routine quarantine, provided the paperwork is …
In short:
Preparing to move a pet from Uruguay to Hungary
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 Uruguay to Hungary pet import process
Each step must be completed in a precise sequence. Start early. We manage every stage and deadline.
1
ISO 11784/11785 microchip implanted before vaccination
Responsible: MGAP-registered vet in Uruguay
Week 1
2
Rabies vaccination post-chip
Responsible: MGAP-registered vet
Week 2-3
3
30-day wait. FAVN blood draw at week 7 at minimum.
Responsible: Pet owner
Weeks 3-7
4
FAVN or ELISA blood draw. Sample to EU-approved laboratory. Result 0.5 IU/ml or above.
Responsible: MGAP-registered vet
Week 7
5
90-day wait from blood draw date
Responsible: Pet owner
Weeks 7-20
6
Book multi-leg cargo to Budapest (BUD) for departure after the 90-day period
Responsible: PetTransportGlobal / pet owner
During the wait
7
DGSG-endorsed EU health certificate issued within 10 days of departure
Responsible: MGAP-registered vet + DGSG
Within 10 days of travel
Requirements
What your pet needs to enter Hungary
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 post-primary before travel.
Rabies titre test
REQUIRED. Uruguay is an unlisted third country under Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/131. FAVN or ELISA, blood drawn 30+ days post-vaccination, result 0.5 IU/ml or above. 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, DGSG-endorsed, issued within 10 days of travel
Export permit (Uruguay)
Not required for companion animals
Costs
What this route typically costs
FAVN titre test: USD 150-300 lab fee plus vet and international shipping
MVD to South American hub: EUR 200-500 (regional cargo)
Transatlantic cargo (to FRA, AMS, CDG, or MAD): EUR 600-1,200
Second-leg to Budapest (BUD): EUR 150-400
IATA-approved crate: EUR 80-250
DGSG documentation and endorsement
Nébih import inspection fee at BUD
Critical points to read before you book
Uruguay is an unlisted country. Preparations must start at least 20 weeks before the target arrival in Hungary. The 90-day wait from the blood draw date is the single biggest time constraint.
Hungary has breed-specific legislation under Government Decree 35/1997 (as amended). Certain breeds face mandatory muzzling, registration, and liability insurance requirements once in Hungary. These are in-country obligations, not import barriers, but research them before travel.
The routing from Uruguay to Hungary via multiple cargo legs means multiple documentation handoffs. A specialist freight forwarder familiar with South American pet cargo is essential.
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.
LATAM AIRLINES
LATAM Airlines
MVD to GRU or SCL. Then transatlantic to FRA, AMS, or MAD via LATAM partners. FRA or AMS to Budapest (BUD) onward.
Cargo Only
IBERIA (CARGO)
Iberia (Cargo)
MVD via EZE or direct to MAD. Iberia is the South America to Europe bridge. From MAD, onward cargo to Budapest (BUD).
Cargo Only
LUFTHANSA
Lufthansa (Cargo)
GRU or EZE to Frankfurt (FRA). FRA to BUD is a short, frequently served sector. Lufthansa's FRA animal centre is strong for South American connections.
Cargo Only
KLM ROYAL
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
GRU or EZE to AMS via KLM Cargo. AMS to BUD onward connection. Amsterdam handles South American transatlantic cargo effectively.
Cargo Only
AIR FRANCE
Air France (Cargo)
Via EZE or GRU to CDG. Air France Cargo serves the South American bridge. CDG to BUD onward connection for the final leg.
Cargo Only
What Hungary requires
The requirements for Hungary are thorough rather than difficult. Work through them methodically and confirm anything you are unsure about with the official source.
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 Uruguay to Hungary pet transport
As soon as you know your relocation is happening. The earlier you contact us, the more time there is to manage the titre test pathway without pressure. If you call us 26 weeks before your target arrival in Budapest, we can build a precise schedule that covers every step, including the titre test, the 90-day wait, the cargo booking, and the DGSG documentation. Waiting until 12-15 weeks out is too late to guarantee your pet travels on the same date as you.
Yes. The health certificate for companion animal exports from Uruguay must be signed by a MGAP-registered veterinarian and then endorsed by the DGSG. A certificate signed by a vet who is not MGAP-registered will not receive the DGSG endorsement and will not be accepted by Nébih at Budapest airport. Confirm your vet’s MGAP registration status before proceeding.
Once your pet is legally imported into Hungary and clears Nébih inspection, it can travel freely within the EU without further border checks. If you want to take your pet with you to other EU countries, it will need the microchip and vaccination record as confirmation of its EU status. The EU pet passport can be issued by a Hungarian vet after arrival, which simplifies future intra-EU travel.
Airline guides
LATAM Airlines
Iberia (Cargo)
Lufthansa (Cargo)
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Air France (Cargo)
Breed guides
Check breed-specific airline rules and country bans.