International Pet Transport to Barcelona

Barcelona is a beautiful Spanish city known for being a major cultural and economic hub in Europe. Petraveller can help transport pet dogs and cats from Australia to Barcelona, Spain. Pets travelling to Barcelona fly on Emirates or Qatar Airways with a comfort stop at Dubai or Doha, depending on the airline. Petraveller needs about 30 days lead time to organise your pet’s travel to Barcelona. 

International Pet Travel Requirements for Cats and Dogs

• Airline-approved pet travel crate
• Annual vaccination
• Customs clearance
• Australian Government accredited veterinary consultation
• Australian Government export permit
• Australian Government health certificate
• Microchip
• Rabies vaccination

International Pet Relocation Arrival

After arriving in Barcelona, pets will disembark from the aircraft on priority and proceed to the animal lounge for customs clearance and veterinary examination. Pet parents can then collect their pets after the process is complete. The entire process can take around 30 minutes to two hours to finish. 

Petraveller will provide clients with a collection guide with detailed information on location, contact details, work hours, etc., to help with the collection process. 

Frequently asked questions

Is my pet on the banned breeds list for Spain?

Spain does not ban any dog breeds from entering the country. However, certain strong and aggressive breeds of dogs, such as Staffordshire Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Pitbull Terrier and others, are considered dangerous dogs. These dog breeds must be mandatorily registered with the local council and have a licence. Their vaccinations must always be up-to-date, and must be muzzled in public. They must also be muzzled when they enter Spain during their post-entry check. Read more

Can my puppy travel to Spain?

Non-vaccinated puppies and kittens cannot travel to Spain from any country. Only puppies and kittens that are vaccinated for rabies at 12 weeks and have finished their mandatory 21-day wait after vaccination can travel to Spain. Puppies and kittens from EU countries and third countries must be at least three months old to fly to Spain.

Local Pet Requirements

A pet parent must ensure their dog is well-cared for and lives in a clean and hygienic environment. One of the first things to do is register your dog at the Barcelona Register for Pet Animals and Wild Animals in Captivity. You will need your pet’s microchip details and a health certificate from your vet to register your dog. You will need a separate pet licence if your dog belongs to a potentially dangerous breed.

When you walk your doggie in Barcelona, pick up after your pet. There is a fine for pet owners who do not pick up after their pets. 

Living in Barcelona: A Canine Perspective

Barcelona is a great city to live with your dog; it is pet-friendly, and there is just so much to do with your favourite puppy. The city has a waterpark, Perros al Agua, just for dogs to dive in and have fun. This waterpark is the best place to spend the day with your dog; it has two huge doggy pools, large green areas to run around and play, and a dune area to roll around. What more could a doggy want?

Many gardens and beaches in Barcelona are dog-friendly. Don’t forget to take your dog to Parc de la Ciutadella, Parc del Clot, Parc de la Barceloneta, Joan Miro Park, Llevant beach, Playa de Les Salines, and Cala Vallcarca beaches for a fun day in the sun.

Did you know?

The Sagrada Familia Church in Barcelona is known as the largest unfinished cathedral in the world. The church’s construction began in 1882, and the cathedral still remains under construction. The construction has been halted many times in its 100-year past because of deaths, wars, disputes, and, more recently, the Covid-19 pandemic. 

About Barcelona

Barcelona is a famous tourist attraction in Spain and is renowned for its beautiful architecture, art, universities and delicious food. It is a major financial and business hub in Spain. Barcelona is incredibly pet-friendly, and you can bring your pup along when you go shopping, to a restaurant or café, to the beach and on the public transit system.