Europe
Pet travel to Porto
DGAV inspection at Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro — city of bridges and port wine.
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
EU Animal Health Certificate (EHC) — USDA APHIS-endorsed (USA) or CFIA-endorsed (Canada)
- 2
ISO-compliant microchip (15-digit) implanted before rabies vaccination
- 3
Rabies vaccination — minimum 21-day wait after primary vaccination
- 4
Mandatory 48-hour pre-arrival email notification to DGAV at destination airport
These are the official entry rules for Portugal.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for Portugal.
Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) — DGAV (Direção-Geral de Alimentação e Veterinária) inspection is handled at arrival. We coordinate all DGAV pre-clearance and in-destination airport concierge to ensure a smooth process.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Porto.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Porto.
Permit Filing
Our team files all import permits and advance notifications on your behalf, tracking approval status in real time.
Veterinary Coordination
We work with your vet or our partner clinics to issue compliant health certificates timed precisely to departure.
Airport Concierge
A dedicated chaperone manages customs inspection, APHIS or border authority clearance, and handover at destination.
Local Logistics
Getting your pet into Porto.
Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) handles European routes and some transatlantic connections. DGAV has a BIP at OPO for EU-standard pets. Non-EU arrivals on non-direct itineraries may clear at LIS and connect to Porto by domestic flight.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
21–30 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Porto.
Casual Inca Porto by Casual Hoteles
Casual Inca Porto by Casual Hoteles allows dogs of any size for an additional fee of €10 per pet, per night. Cats may also be allowed by request. Food
São Nicolau
This 1-bedroom apartment in Porto is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are welcome for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
Rosário Suites Townhouse
Rosário Suites Townhouse allows dogs of any size for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request. A dog bed and food & water bowls are
Paws en Route
Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Porto.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Porto. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Porto with your pet.
One of the biggest anxieties of pet travel is local transit. Here's everything you need to know before you land.
Public Transit
STCP trams and buses allow dogs in carriers. The iconic tram line 1 (Ribeira to Foz do Douro) is dog-friendly with a carrier; Metro do Porto permits small dogs in carriers.
Private Cars
Our Porto transfer network covers OPO airport and city-wide routes. Uber operates extensively; our vetted driver network provides SUVs for larger breeds, all pet-confirmed at dispatch.
On Foot
Porto's Ribeira and Baixa are extremely walkable. We map the Parque da Cidade coastal circuit, the Foz seafront walk, and the quietest morning routes through the historic centre.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Porto, with your dog.
Workshops Pop Up
In the heart of one of Porto’s most vibrant area you will be surprised by this concept store, made with a collection of pop up stores of fashionwear,
Rua do Almada 275, Porto, PT, 4050-038
Paws en Route
Want more to do with your dog? Our experts plan the perfect itinerary in Porto.
Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
Clinica Veterinaria do Porto
Export Clinic
Médico Veterinário Foz
Rua de Diu 221, 4150-296 Porto
5 km from City Centre
Mon–Fri 9:00–19:00, Sat 9:00–13:00
Boarding & Daycare
Hotel para Cães Porto
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We handle the flights, the veterinary compliance, and the door-to-door logistics. Tell us where you're starting from, and we'll calculate the route to Porto.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Porto: permits, vet appointments, and health certificates timed precisely to your departure window so nothing expires before you board.
Local Intelligence, Pre-loaded
Vetted stays, pet-safe transit routes, and emergency contacts, all curated for Porto and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Porto.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
