What must be observed when transporting animals from Stuttgart?
Terms and Conditions of Transport
Please contact your airline in advance about the approved species and the terms and conditions of transport. The transport of dogs and cats is generally permissible, while rodents are strictly excluded. However, every airline has its own rules and may grant exceptions, e.g. for birds.
Each country has different entry requirements. Please inform yourself well in advance about the country-specific entry requirements for animals, such as quarantine measures. For more information, contact the Federal Foreign Office.
Please inform your airline well in advance that you will be travelling with your pet. The prices for the animal transport vary by airline.
The veterinarian responsible for the animal will provide you with the required pet passport, in which all vaccinations are recorded. The unique identification of the animal is ensured by the implantation of a microchip on which all relevant data is stored.
Please provide a suitable transport box or kennel for the transport of the animal. This can be purchased at a pet shop. Unfortunately, the sale or lease of a transport box is not possible at the Airport.
The transport of animals in the cabin:
Animals which comply with the airline-specific hand luggage size and weight specifications may be taken on board. You should check with your airline beforehand whether the animal may be transported in a flexible (soft) bag or in a plastic box.
Check-In
Plan in sufficient time and be at the airport at least 2 hours before departure.
- You need a pet passport for checking in the animal, which you should carry with you at all times.
- Please note that late-night check-in is not possible for animals.
- The animal must be dropped off at the counter for oversized baggage.
- Your animal is weighed, brought into the security area and then put into the transport box.
What must be observed when transporting animals to Stuttgart?
Terms and Conditions of Transport
Please contact the respective airline in advance about the approved species and the terms and conditions of transport.
Please contact the Veterinary Office in Esslingen for detailed information about the entry requirements and quarantine regulations. For more information on veterinary issues, please contact the Administrative District of Esslingen.
Animal and Food Control Esslingen