Last reviewed: 27 July 2026·Apolo Wellness

Planning the departure

Work backwards from your target arrival date in the UK, documentation and transport arrangements both need lead time, so this is one journey where starting early genuinely helps.

Destination requirements

The UK has its own import requirements for pets, which can differ from what's needed to enter Greece. A provider or the UK's own official guidance is the right place to confirm current specifics, not general assumptions carried over from the outbound trip.

Airline or road options

Possible options for a Greece-to-UK move include air travel, and road via other parts of Europe, which adds time and its own border considerations. Depending on the airline, route and booking classification, availability and requirements can vary.

Documentation checks

Pet passports, health certificates and vaccination records typically need reviewing well ahead of departure, timing requirements can be strict on this route, confirm with your provider early.

Travel-crate preparation

See our crate sizing guide and confirm the final crate against your specific airline's requirements.

Boarding before departure

If your Greece move-out date doesn't line up with your travel date, short-term boarding can bridge the gap, see Dog Boarding in Athens.

Common planning mistakes

  • Assuming your pet's entry requirements into Greece also cover the UK's separate import rules.
  • Leaving passport or health-certificate renewals until close to the departure date.
  • Not confirming your specific airline's current pet policy before booking.
  • Booking your own flight before your pet's transport arrangements are confirmed.

Official sources

This route means entering Great Britain, so the relevant UK guidance is about bringing a pet into Great Britain. Checked on 27 July 2026.