International Pet Transport to Larnaca

Pet dogs and cats travelling to Larnaca from Australia fly on Qatar Airways with a comfort stop in Doha. The flight time is approximately 20 hours. Petraveller will need at least 30 days prior notice to arrange your pet’s travel to Larnaca.

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

Pets will be deplaned on priority in Larnaca and taken to the animal lounge for customs clearance and veterinary checks. Pet parents are free to collect their pets from the facility after completing the process. Please allow a few hours for your pet to be processed and released to your care after they arrive in Larnaca.

Petraveller provides customers with a step-by-step guide for an easy collection experience. The pet collection guide has all the information required for an easy collection process, including the collection location, contact details, hours of operation, etc.    

Frequently asked questions

Is my pet on the banned breeds list in Cyprus?

Cyprus follows breed-specific legislation and prohibits the import of certain aggressive and dangerous breeds in the country. These dogs were historically bred to be aggressive and have powerful jaws that can maim and injure easily.

Dog breeds banned in Cyprus are Pit Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull, Japanese Tosa or Tosa Inu, Dogo Argentino or Argentinian Mastiff and Fila Brasileiro or Brazilian Mastiff.

Does my pet need rabies vaccination to fly to Cyprus?

Pet dogs and cats travelling to Cyprus from Australia require a rabies vaccination at least 21 days before travel. Remember to implant the microchip before administering the rabies vaccine. Your pet can skip the mandatory 21-day wait period if the previous vaccination was administered after the microchip was implanted and the booster vaccination was administered when the previous vaccination was still valid. 

The vaccination details and the microchip number must be recorded in the pet health certificate.  

Local Pet Requirements

Pets must be registered with the local council, and pets must always wear the registration tags on the collar. The dog licence must be renewed annually. Pets that are spayed or neutered receive a discount on the registration fee. Pet parents must pick up after their pets and dispose of the waste responsibly. 

Pet parents must ensure their pets are always under control and do not attack or harm people or other animals. Each household is allowed only two pets per house or apartment, and they should be well-cared for. Cyprus has a ban on dog fights, and training dogs for fights are also penalised.   

About Larnaca

Larnaca, the third largest city in Cyprus, has a rich and varied history going back over 4000 years. The city was founded by the Phoenicians in the 14th century BC and has since been occupied by different civilisations such as the Persians, Egyptians, Romans and the Ottomans. 

Today, Larnaca is a beautiful tourist destination known for its fabulous beaches and historic landmarks like the Hala Sultan Tekke, the Church of St. Lazarus and the Kamares Aqueduct. Larnaca is pet-friendly, and many people vacation with their dogs in this beautiful city.