International Pet Transport to Helsinki

International pet transport to Helsinki is via Doha from Australia, flying with Qatar Airways. The flight time is approximately 40 hours.

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
• Internal parasite treatment
• Microchip
• Rabies vaccination

International Pet Relocation Arrival

At Petraveller, we understand that collecting your pet after their flight can be daunting. Our team has created a step-by-step guide with the location, collection information, hours of operation and much more to help you and your pet have a hassle-free collection experience.

Frequently asked questions

Does my pet need rabies vaccination before travelling to Finland?

Pets travelling to Finland from Australia need to be vaccinated against rabies. Your pet must be at least 12 weeks old to receive the rabies vaccination, and they must wait for 21 days after the injection date before travelling to Finland. Read more

Does my pet need a microchip to travel to Helsinki?

Pets travelling to Finland need an ISO-compliant microchip that uses HDX or FDX-B technology. Ensure the chip is implanted before your pet dog or cat receives the rabies vaccinations. Read more

Local Pet Requirements

Pet dogs in Helsinki must be microchipped and registered in the Dog Registry within three months of age. Dogs imported into Helsinki must be registered within four weeks of arriving there. Helsinki is a pet-friendly city, and pet dogs are welcome in several restaurants and cafes.

Dogs are well-loved in the city. Ensure your pet is well-behaved in public spaces and is not aggressive towards other dogs and people. Clean up after your dog and make sure your dog's vaccinations are always up-to-date. Dogs are allowed on public transport in Helsinki as long as they do not disturb the other passengers.

Living in Helsinki: A Canine Perspective

Helsinki is a beautiful city; doggos like me are fortunate to live in this heavenly place. My favourite activity in Helsinki is visiting the various dog parks in the town and then winding down in one of the many pet-friendly cafés that dot the city. My favourite dog parks are Tervasaari Dog Park, Tokai Shore Dog Park, and Rajasaaren Dog Park. I love to visit Suomenlinna, which is a beautiful 260-year-old fortress that is a 15-minute boat ride from Helsinki. Boats and forts – what's not to like?!

Did you know?

Helsinki has a dog island, a favourite of all dogs in the region. Rajasaari is called dog island because of its popularity with pets. The dog island has two beaches and a fenced dog park for dogs to play, socialise with other dogs, and generally have a great time!

About Helsinki

Helsinki, Finland's capital city, is sometimes called the Pearl of the Baltic. Founded in 1550 by the Swedish King Gustav Vasa, Helsinki is now the country's financial and cultural hub. Helsinki is famous for its beautiful neo-classical architecture; the most popular tourist attractions in the city are Senate Square, the Uspenski Cathedral, the Temppeliaukio Church, and the Finnish National Opera.