Why International Pet Owners Choose Bionika
Bionika has helped hundreds of families relocate pets from Georgia to the EU, UK, USA, Canada, GCC countries, and Australia. Our multilingual coordinators interpret complex government rules into a clear checklist, while veterinarians ensure every vaccine, microchip, and document is logged precisely.
We operate in the Isani district, close to the airport highway and embassy neighbourhoods, making it easy to complete last-minute appointments before departure. All forms are provided in English with optional Russian and Georgian translations for customs officers.
Step-by-Step: From Microchip to Boarding Gate
- Appointment 1 – ISO Microchip Implantation: We implant an ISO 11784/11785 chip (required for EU pet passport Tbilisi cases), scan it twice, and register ownership in recognised databases.
- Appointment 2 – Rabies Vaccination: If not current, we vaccinate and log the lot number in three languages. The 21-day waiting period begins after this visit.
- Appointment 3 – EU Pet Passport Issuance: We complete the blue EU passport, attach photos, and record vaccinations, deworming, and microchip data.
- Optional – Rabies Antibody Titre: For the UK, EU re-entry, or countries like UAE, we draw blood 30 days post-vaccine and ship it to an EU-accredited laboratory. Results arrive within 10–14 days.
- Final Visit – Health Certificate & Airline Forms: 48–24 hours before departure we examine your pet, complete veterinary certificates, airline declarations, and supply copies for customs.
Timeline Planner: Don’t Miss Critical Deadlines
| Days Before Flight | Required Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 90+ | Initial consultation & microchip | Ideal for relocations to EU/UK/Australia |
| 60 | Rabies vaccine (if needed) | Start 21-day wait before passport issuance |
| 30 | Rabies antibody titre (if destination requires) | Samples take 10–14 days; valid for EU re-entry |
| 7 | Review airline and customs paperwork | Forward templates to our team for completion |
| 2 | Final health certificate and fit-to-fly exam | Some countries demand issuance within 24h |
Document Checklist for Smooth Border Crossings
- Original EU pet passport or Georgian veterinary passport with translation.
- Signed health certificate (Form Annex IV/II or destination-specific equivalent).
- Rabies vaccination proof with batch number and veterinarian signature.
- Rabies antibody titre certificate (if required for UK, EU re-entry, UAE, Japan).
- Owner identification (passport copy) and destination address.
- Airline forms (FIT-TO-FLY, confirmation of crate compliance, pet booking reference).
Destination Expertise
Whether you are relocating to Berlin, Dubai, Toronto, or Sydney, our coordinators understand the subtle differences: apostille requirements, Ministry of Agriculture endorsements, quarantine reservations, and IATA crate dimensions. We prepare bilingual travel letters to smooth interactions with customs officers in Georgia and abroad.
For GCC destinations we arrange serology tests and ensure vaccinations align with import permits. For EU/UK entries we guide you through TRACES NT registration and help schedule official vet endorsements at customs if requested.
Additional Travel Support
- Pet-friendly taxi bookings to Tbilisi International Airport.
- Recommendations for airline-approved travel crates and in-cabin accessories.
- Coordination with pet relocation partners for door-to-door logistics.
- 24/7 hotline during travel week for last-minute airline updates.
Pet Passport & Microchip FAQs
Can I reuse an old microchip?
If your pet already has an ISO-compliant chip and it reads correctly, we will log it in the EU passport. Non-ISO chips or unreadable implants must be replaced to avoid border delays.
What if my flight is delayed?
Contact us immediately. Many health certificates can be revalidated remotely if the delay is under 72 hours. We coordinate with customs to note the new departure time.
Do you handle pet imports to Georgia?
Yes. We advise on Georgian regulations, arrange post-arrival checkups, and keep records aligned for future departures.
Can you notarise translations?
We collaborate with certified translators in Tbilisi who notarise copies within 24 hours when embassies request it.
How early should I book?
Ideally two to three months before departure, especially if rabies titre testing or quarantine reservations are required. We reserve expedited slots for emergency travel.
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