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Pet travel to Lyon
EU health certificate and DDPP inspection coordination at Lyon Saint-Exupéry.
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
EU Health Certificate (EHC) signed by accredited veterinarian
- 2
ISO-compliant microchip (15-digit)
- 3
Rabies vaccination current and documented
- 4
Tapeworm treatment (Praziquantel) within 1–5 days of arrival for dogs
These are the official entry rules for France.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for France.
Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS) has a DDPP inspection point at international arrivals. Cats are exempt from tapeworm treatment. We coordinate all pre-clearance documentation and liaise directly with the DDPP office to minimise hold times.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Lyon.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Lyon.
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 Lyon.
Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) has a SIVEP inspection point for EU-standard documentation. Non-EU long-haul arrivals typically route through CDG for primary inspection, then connect to Lyon by domestic flight or 2-hour TGV transfer.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
7–21 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Lyon.
Q7 Lodge Lyon 7
Q7 Lodge Lyon 7 allows pets of any size for an additional fee of €15 per pet, per night. Both dogs and cats are welcome.
Townhouse with Terrace & Garden
This 1-bedroom house in Lyon is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are welcome for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
Villa 216
Villa 216 allows dogs of any size for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
Paws en Route
Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Lyon.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Lyon. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Lyon 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
Lyon's TCL metro and tram network permits dogs in a carrier at no extra charge; larger dogs on leads are tolerated on trams outside peak hours. The network is compact and straightforward to navigate.
Private Cars
Our vetted Lyon transfer network covers all routes from LYS and Part-Dieu station to city-centre hotels. SUVs available for large breeds and confirmed at dispatch.
On Foot
The Presqu'île peninsula between the Saône and Rhône is supremely walkable. We provide neighbourhood maps covering the Vieux-Lyon traboules, Croix-Rousse slopes, and waterfront paths.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Lyon, with your dog.
Parc de la Tête d'Or
Parc de la Tête d'Or is pet-friendly. This vast park is filled with statues and fountains to wander around with your pooch. The centerpiece of the
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Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
Clinique Vétérinaire Saint-Just
Export Clinic
Cabinet Vétérinaire du Parc
68 Boulevard des Belges, 69006 Lyon
0.8 km from Parc de la Tête d'Or
Mon–Sat 8:30–19:30
Boarding & Daycare
Pension Canine Rhône-Alpes
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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 Lyon.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Lyon: 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 Lyon and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Lyon.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
