Fly a Pekingese from Senegal to France on Air France
Step-by-step veterinary timeline and airline rules for flying a Pekingese from Republic of Senegal (High-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: 112d • Ideal: 126d
CRITICAL ALERT: This route requires 112 days minimum due to the 90-day Rabies Titer () wait, and your flight is in 60 days. Delay flight or face quarantine.
Your latest compliant veterinary start date was Sep 10, 2026. Arriving in France without meeting the full 90-day Rabies Titer (FAVN) wait triggers border refusal, mandatory quarantine detention, or re-export at owner expense unless your pet already holds an active, microchip-linked rabies vaccination and endorsed FAVN blood test.
Brachycephalic (Snub-Nosed) Breed Alert: Pekingese
Pekingese is classified as a Brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breed prone to Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) under cargo stress and heat. Air France enforces a strict cargo/hold embargo on Pekingeses.
At 5 kg (including soft carrier), your Pekingese qualifies for Air France passenger cabin travel in a ventilated carrier up to 46 x 28 x 24 cm. Reserve cabin pet quota at least 7 days ahead.
Step-by-Step Vet & Travel Schedule
Counting backward from Senegal (SN) France (FR) arrival.
📅 On or before Thu, Sep 10, 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 Fri, Sep 11, 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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Includes formal veterinary sign-off boxes, vaccine batch slots, and customs entry instructions.
- Exact 24–120h tapeworm and parasite treatment times
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Side-by-Side Route, Customs & Airline Summary
Side-by-side comparison of DSV Sénégal export steps, Ministère de l'Agriculture (DDPP) import rules, and Air France pet policies.
| Requirement | Origin (Senegal) | Destination (France) | Air France & Pekingese |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rabies Risk Tier | 🇸🇳 Senegal: High-Risk | 🇫🇷 France: Controlled/Low-Risk | Requires 90-day blood test wait |
| ISO Microchip Rule | Scanned by DSV Sénégal vet before rabies shot | ISO 11784/11785 15-digit | 15-digit barcode must match AF booking and health certificate |
| Rabies Blood Test (FAVN) | Origin tier: High-Risk | Required (>= 0.5 IU/mL, 90 days after blood draw) | Minimum 112 total days 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 DSV Sénégal | EU Non-Commercial Pet Health Certificate (French/English) (within 10 days) | Original signed certificate checked at Air France counter |
| Cabin vs. Cargo & Breed Policy | Book pet space 7+ days ahead | Allows Cabin, Checked Hold (), or Cargo | Snub-nosed breed (Pekingese): Banned in cargo/hold on Air France |
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: Pekingese (Senegal → France)
Can a Pekingese fly in the cabin on Air France from Senegal to France?
In-Cabin Approved on Air France (<= 8 kg Limit). At 5 kg (including soft carrier), your Pekingese qualifies for Air France passenger cabin travel in a ventilated carrier up to 46 x 28 x 24 cm. Reserve cabin pet quota at least 7 days ahead.
How many days in advance do I need to prepare my Pekingese to enter France from Senegal?
Entering France from Republic of Senegal (High-Risk) requires a strict biological minimum of 112 days and a recommended 126-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 Senegal?
Yes — France mandates an approved FAVN/RNATT Rabies Titer blood test with a 90-day waiting period prior to arrival from Senegal. Ensure standard internal and external parasite clearance is documented on your health certificate.
When must DSV Sénégal 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 DSV Sénégal within 10 days prior to departure.