I'm going to be travelling to Greece in about 1.5 months with a small dog. I've read about all different kinds of regulations (microchip, vaccinations, tests) and in other cases, forms. All of it is a little confusing and since I don't want to have problems at the border, I wanted to consult someone who has actually been to Greece with a pet. Our dog had her rabies shots and her microchip put 7 months ago. Her test results were issued a week ago. Would this be enough for me to enter? do I need to apply for any type of visa? Some countries like the UK still require a 3 months waiting period after the test but I am not sure what is the requirement in Greece and more importantly, how strict are they at the border ?
Posted by
Camarillo, California
3132 posts
Have you seen this? http://www.mfa.gr/usa/en/services/services-for-non-greeks/pets-animals.html If you need more clarification try calling the Greek Consulate General in New York. Consulate General in New York 69, East 79th Street, New York 10021, United States of America 212 988-5500 212 734-8492 (Fax)
Emergency Telephone: 646 469-3020
Posted by
Camarillo, California
3132 posts
You might try posting your questions on the tripadvisor.com website in their Turkey forum. I recommend to you that in the future you include all pertinent details, such as the fact that you are entering Greece from Turkey, and if it's by car, plane or ferry, etc. The more details you provide the better someone can provide you with the right information. Because you hadn't specified, in my initial response I assumed that you were coming from the U.S. into Greece.
Posted by
OP
NYC
19 posts
No problem - I really appreciate the help :) TripAdvisor definitively sounds like a good idea!
Posted by
OP
NYC
19 posts
I haven't, but A. Although we are American, we are coming with the dog from Turkey, B. I wanted to hear from someone who has actually done it, someone with experience. Formality in Greece is sometimes only a recommendation, so I wanted to know what happens in reality ... :)
Posted by
Stockholm
14 posts
I live in Sweden and just got back from a trip to the UK, through France and Belgium back to Sweden with my puppy. And generally speaking, pet rules within Schengen are the same - but just check the Greek ministry of agriculture or border agency website to confirm. One definite rule is that they can't travel until 21 days after the rabies vaccination. And the rabies vaccination must take place AFTER the microchip is fitted. All of this talk about quarantine on these sites is really out-of-date!!!!! Travelling with a dog in Europe has never been easier. My puppy and I had a great trip and no trouble getting in and out of the UK or back into the Schengen zone and into Sweden.