Fly a German Shepherd from Germany to France on TAP Air Portugal
Step-by-step veterinary timeline and airline rules for flying a German Shepherd from Germany (Controlled/Low-Risk) to France under Ministère de l'Agriculture (DDPP). Pre-filled in the calculator below—set your flight date to see your exact paperwork schedule.
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Min: 22d • Ideal: 36d
Feasible Timeline: 60 days available (22 days strict minimum)
Starting today gives you sufficient runway to complete France's veterinary sequence, government endorsement via Amtsveterinär (Official Vet Office), and TAP Air Portugal pet booking.
At 34 kg, your German Shepherd exceeds the 8 kg cabin limit and qualifies as Checked Excess Baggage (AVIH) up to 45 kg in an IATA-compliant rigid crate (IATA Series 500/700 Giant (ear-tip clearance required)).
Step-by-Step Vet & Travel Schedule
Counting backward from Germany (DE) France (FR) arrival.
📅 On or before Wed, Dec 9, 2026
Implant or scan-verify a non-encrypted ISO 11784/11785 15-digit. Any rabies vaccination administered BEFORE the microchip implantation date is legally invalid for France.
⚠️ Ensure the exact 15-digit barcode sticker is affixed to all vaccination and health certificates.
📅 No later than Thu, Dec 10, 2026
Administer WHO/WOAH-approved inactivated or recombinant rabies vaccine (pet must be >= 12 weeks old). Triggers 21-day primary immunity wait required by Ministère de l'Agriculture (DDPP).
⚠️ Record vaccine manufacturer, product name, batch/lot number, administration date, and valid-until date.
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- Exact 24–120h tapeworm and parasite treatment times
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Side-by-Side Route, Customs & Airline Summary
Side-by-side comparison of Amtsveterinär (Official Vet Office) export steps, Ministère de l'Agriculture (DDPP) import rules, and TAP Air Portugal pet policies.
| Requirement | Origin (Germany) | Destination (France) | TAP Air Portugal & German Shepherd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rabies Risk Tier | 🇩🇪 Germany: Controlled/Low-Risk | 🇫🇷 France: Controlled/Low-Risk | No 90/180-day blood test wait (21-day vaccine wait applies) |
| ISO Microchip Rule | Scanned by Amtsveterinär (Official Vet Office) vet before rabies shot | ISO 11784/11785 15-digit | 15-digit barcode must match TP booking and health certificate |
| Rabies Blood Test () | Origin tier: Controlled/Low-Risk | Not required for direct low-risk entry | 22 days minimum vet lead time |
| (Tapeworm) Rule | Given and timestamped before departure | General parasite check before export | Standard parasite check on health certificate |
| Government Health Certificate | Endorsed by Amtsveterinär (Official Vet Office) | EU Non-Commercial Pet Health Certificate (French/English) (within 10 days) | Original signed certificate checked at TAP Air Portugal counter |
| Cabin vs. Cargo & Breed Policy | Book pet space 7+ days ahead | Allows Cabin, Checked Hold (), or Cargo | German Shepherd (~34 kg): /700 Giant (ear-tip clearance required) |
Arriving in France: Customs & Border Check
- France strictly bans Category 1 attack dogs without FCI pedigree papers (non-pedigree Pit Bull / Boerboel / Tosa types).
- Present original endorsed EU Health Certificate and signed non-commercial movement declaration at French Customs.
Frequently Asked Questions: German Shepherd (Germany → France)
Can a German Shepherd fly in the cabin on TAP Air Portugal from Germany to France?
Pressurized Hold (Excess Baggage) Approved on TAP Air Portugal. At 34 kg, your German Shepherd exceeds the 8 kg cabin limit and qualifies as Checked Excess Baggage (AVIH) up to 45 kg in an IATA-compliant rigid crate (IATA Series 500/700 Giant (ear-tip clearance required)).
How many days in advance do I need to prepare my German Shepherd to enter France from Germany?
Entering France from Germany (Controlled/Low-Risk) requires a strict biological minimum of 22 days and a recommended 36-day pre-clearance lead window via Ministère de l'Agriculture (DDPP).
Does France require a Rabies Titer Test (FAVN) or 24–120h Tapeworm treatment from Germany?
No — because Germany is classified as Controlled/Low-Risk, direct travel to France is exempt from the 90/180-day blood titer wait, requiring a 21-day post-microchip rabies immunity wait. Ensure standard internal and external parasite clearance is documented on your health certificate.
When must Amtsveterinär (Official Vet Office) endorse the health certificate for France?
Your accredited veterinarian must issue "EU Non-Commercial Pet Health Certificate (French/English)" and obtain official government endorsement from Amtsveterinär (Official Vet Office) within 10 days prior to departure.