How do you bring a pet to Lithuania in 2026?

Dogs, cats and ferrets need electronic identification (microchip), valid rabies vaccination with the required waiting period, and the correct travel document. From another EU country, that is usually an EU pet passport issued by an authorised veterinarian. From many non-EU origins, VMVT requires a veterinary health certificate, owner or authorised-person declarations, and for some risk countries a rabies antibody titration test. Young animals without valid rabies vaccination cannot use the simplified third-country pet route.

Non-commercial movement means the trip is not for sale or transfer of ownership. Pets should accompany the owner or a person with written authorisation. Documentary and identity checks happen at designated traveller entry points. Commercial movements and other species follow different veterinary-check rules: read the live VMVT checklist for your origin before you book.

Register dogs, cats and ferrets brought into Lithuania in the national Pet Register (Gyvūnų augintinių registras) within 14 days of arrival. A local veterinarian or authorised registrar enters the microchip and owner data; owners remain responsible for correct registration. Keep vaccine records current and follow Vilnius leash, muzzle and JUDU transport gear rules: Dog-friendly Lithuania.

Vingis Park walks and Curonian Spit day trips work once paperwork and the lease agree. Finish human stay documents in parallel: Paperwork after moving and Apply for a residence permit.