How to Move Your Pet to Poland: A Guide For Pet Parents
Please allow 1 to 2 months of lead time for pets entering Poland from a low-risk rabies country, and 4 months if your pet is coming from a high-risk rabies country.
It's important to plan your pet's move several months in advance to ensure you can secure your desired travel date.
Are There Banned Dog Breeds in Poland?
Poland does not ban any dog breeds, but there is a list of 11 breeds classified as aggressive. While importing aggressive dog breeds to Poland is allowed, pet parents must follow specific regulations.
If you're bringing or keeping a dog from the aggressive breed list, you must obtain a permit from the local commune head responsible for the area where the dog will be kept.
To view the official list of aggressive dog breeds in Poland, visit the Ministry of Interior and Administration .
Should I Keep My Pet's Original Health Documents When Moving to Poland?
Make sure to keep all original health documents with your pet's at all times. Do not pack or take them with you—they are your pet’s “passport” for travel!!
Minimum Age Requirement For Pets
To enter Poland, your dog or cat must be at least 16 weeks old. This age requirement ensures your pet has received the necessary rabies vaccination, which must be administered no earlier than 12 weeks of age.
Health Requirements For Pets to Enter Poland
Microchip
Microchip Timing: Your pet's microchip must be implanted before receiving their most recent vaccinations.
ISO-Compliant Microchip:Ensure your pet is identified with an ISO-compliant 11784 microchip.
Regular Microchip Scans: Ask your veterinarian to scan your pet's microchip during every vet visit. Confirm the microchip is functioning, readable, and matches all medical records.
Avoid Travel Delays: If your pet's microchip is unreadable or its information is incorrect on paperwork, it could delay their travel plans.
What Vaccines Are Needed For Your Pet?
Rabies VaccineAll pets traveling to Poland must have a rabies vaccination that is at least 21 days old at the time of their final health examination and endorsement.
If you're coming from a recognized rabies-controlled country, a 3-year rabies vaccine is acceptable, as long as your pet’s vaccination record shows no lapse in coverage. If there has been a lapse, a new vaccine must be given, and the 21-day waiting period applies again.
Additional Vaccines
In addition to the rabies vaccine, core vaccinations may be required depending on your country of origin. Even when not mandatory, these vaccines are strongly recommended to help protect your pet's health during international travel.
Vaccinations for Dogs
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DHPP+L: Protects against Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, and Leptospirosis.
This vaccine should be administered according to the manufacturer's guidelines. -
Bordetella (Kennel Cough): Recommended if your dog will be exposed to other animals, such as in kennels or transit facilities.
Should be administered within six months of travel.
Vaccinations for Cats
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FVRCP: Protects against Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia.
Should be given according to manufacturer instructions.
Additional Treatment for Cats
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Tick Treatment: Must be administered within 48 hours of travel to Poland.
FAVN-OIE Rabies Titre Test
If your country of origin is classified as high-risk for rabies, the following applies:
- Your veterinarian must take a blood sample from your pet 30 days after the most recent rabies vaccination and 3 months before importing a pet.
- The blood sample must be sent to an EU approved laboratory.
- The test results must show a titre level of 0.5 IU/mL or higher for your pet to be eligible for entry into Poland.
Document Requirements For Pets to Enter Poland
EU Health Certificate
Your pet must be examined by a government-accredited veterinarian and issued an EU Annex IV Health Certificate within 10 days of departure for Poland. This certificate verifies that your pet meets the health and vaccination requirements for entry into the European Union.
Depending on your country of origin, additional timing considerations may apply. If your pet is not traveling within five days of your own travel date to Poland, the documentation timeline must be adjusted to remain compliant with EU entry rules.
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