{"id":5786,"date":"2026-05-28T21:57:22","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T19:57:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/"},"modified":"2026-05-28T22:52:04","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T20:52:04","slug":"traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/","title":{"rendered":"Traveling to Bulgaria with a dog: entry rules from the EU and non\u2011EU countries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bulgaria is a practical and often underrated destination for traveling with a dog. You\u2019ll find the Black Sea coast, Sofia, Plovdiv, the Rila and Pirin mountains, monasteries, thermal springs, and long road routes across the Balkans to Turkey or back to Central Europe. From a veterinary standpoint, the key point is that Bulgaria is an EU member state.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you travel to Bulgaria from another EU country, the standard EU rules apply: a microchip, a valid rabies vaccination, and an EU Pet Passport. If the dog is arriving in Bulgaria from a non\u2011EU country, it is entering the European Union, and the rules are stricter.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article covers a normal, non\u2011commercial trip where the dog travels with its owner or an authorized person. If a dog travels as cargo, for sale, for a change of ownership, or as part of a larger number of animals, different rules may apply.<\/p>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#Quick_overview_what_your_dog_needs_for_travel_to_Bulgaria\" >Quick overview: what your dog needs for travel to Bulgaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#Entry_requirements_for_bringing_a_dog_to_Bulgaria_from_an_EU_country\" >Entry requirements for bringing a dog to Bulgaria from an EU country<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#Entering_Bulgaria_with_a_dog_from_a_non%E2%80%91EU_country\" >Entering Bulgaria with a dog from a non\u2011EU country<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#When_a_rabies_antibody_titer_test_is_required\" >When a rabies antibody titer test is required<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#Entering_Bulgaria_with_a_dog_from_Turkey_Serbia_or_North_Macedonia\" >Entering Bulgaria with a dog from Turkey, Serbia, or North Macedonia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#Where_checks_take_place_when_entering_from_a_non%E2%80%91EU_country\" >Where checks take place when entering from a non\u2011EU country<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#Practical_rules_for_staying_in_Bulgaria_with_a_dog\" >Practical rules for staying in Bulgaria with a dog<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#When_to_start_preparing\" >When to start preparing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#When_traveling_from_the_EU\" >When traveling from the EU<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#When_traveling_from_a_non%E2%80%91EU_country\" >When traveling from a non\u2011EU country<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#Frequently_asked_questions_about_traveling_to_Bulgaria_with_a_dog\" >Frequently asked questions about traveling to Bulgaria with a dog<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#Does_a_dog_need_a_titer_test_to_travel_to_Bulgaria\" >Does a dog need a titer test to travel to Bulgaria?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#Does_Bulgaria_require_echinococcus_treatment\" >Does Bulgaria require echinococcus treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#Is_an_EU_Pet_Passport_enough_when_traveling_from_the_EU_to_Bulgaria\" >Is an EU Pet Passport enough when traveling from the EU to Bulgaria?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/traveling-to-bulgaria-with-a-dog-entry-rules-from-the-eu-and-non-eu-countries\/#What_if_I_am_traveling_to_Bulgaria_with_a_dog_from_Turkey_or_Serbia\" >What if I am traveling to Bulgaria with a dog from Turkey or Serbia?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_overview_what_your_dog_needs_for_travel_to_Bulgaria\"><\/span>Quick overview: what your dog needs for travel to Bulgaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When traveling to Bulgaria with a dog, what matters most is where the dog is arriving from.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are traveling from another EU country, your dog needs:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a microchip or an older readable tattoo applied before 3 July 2011,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a valid rabies vaccination,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a waiting period of at least 21 days after the first rabies vaccination,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EU Pet Passport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the dog is arriving from a non\u2011EU country, you also need to consider:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a veterinary health certificate for entry to the EU,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a declaration of non\u2011commercial movement,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>entry through a designated point of entry for travelers with pets,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a rabies antibody titer test, if arriving from a country for which the EU requires it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bulgaria is not among the countries that require mandatory echinococcus treatment on entry. This obligation mainly applies to Finland, Ireland, Malta, Norway and Northern Ireland.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Entry_requirements_for_bringing_a_dog_to_Bulgaria_from_an_EU_country\"><\/span>Entry requirements for bringing a dog to Bulgaria from an EU country<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are traveling to Bulgaria from another EU country, this is travel within the EU\u2019s harmonized rules for dogs, cats, and ferrets.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The dog must have:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a microchip,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a valid rabies vaccination,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EU Pet Passport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The microchip must be implanted before the rabies vaccination. If the dog was vaccinated before being microchipped, that vaccination may not be considered valid for travel.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the first rabies vaccination, allow a waiting period of at least 21 days. Only then is the vaccination considered valid for travel. If boosters are given on time, the 21\u2011day wait no longer applies.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The EU Pet Passport is the dog\u2019s basic travel document within the EU. It includes the dog\u2019s identification, owner details, rabies vaccination and any other veterinary records.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Entering_Bulgaria_with_a_dog_from_a_non%E2%80%91EU_country\"><\/span>Entering Bulgaria with a dog from a non\u2011EU country<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a dog arrives in Bulgaria from a non\u2011EU country, it is entering the European Union. In that case, the EU rules for the entry of dogs from third countries apply, and these are stricter than for travel between member states.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The dog must have:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a microchip,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a valid rabies vaccination,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a veterinary health certificate for entry to the EU,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a declaration of non\u2011commercial movement,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a rabies antibody titer test, if arriving from a country for which the EU requires it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The veterinary health certificate is issued by an official veterinarian in the country of departure. For entry into the EU, the certificate is valid for 10 days from the date of issue. Within this period the dog must be checked at a designated point of entry, for example at an airport, seaport, or land border crossing. For sea travel, this period is extended by the duration of the voyage.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a successful entry check into the EU, the certificate can also be used for further movement within the EU, for a maximum of 4 months or until the rabies vaccination expires, whichever comes first.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_a_rabies_antibody_titer_test_is_required\"><\/span>When a rabies antibody titer test is required<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A rabies antibody titer test is required when entering the EU from countries that are not on the EU list of countries and territories with a favorable rabies status.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In practice, this means that for some non\u2011EU countries a microchip, rabies vaccination and health certificate are enough, while for others a titer test is mandatory.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The test is done on a blood sample in an approved laboratory and must follow a valid rabies vaccination. If you are traveling to Bulgaria from outside the EU, always check in advance whether your country of departure is one for which the EU requires a titer test.<\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a dog travels from the EU to a non\u2011EU country and is then returning to Bulgaria or another EU country, check before you go whether the EU requires a rabies antibody titer test for return from that country. If a test is required for your route, the most practical option is to do it before leaving the EU and have the result recorded in the EU Pet Passport.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the time of writing, a titer test is not required on entry to the EU when arriving from, for example, the following countries and territories:<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Great Britain, Northern Ireland, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, Vatican City, Canada, the United States of America, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Argentina.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is not a complete list. Always check the current list of countries and territories for which the EU does not require a rabies antibody titer test before you travel.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Entering_Bulgaria_with_a_dog_from_Turkey_Serbia_or_North_Macedonia\"><\/span>Entering Bulgaria with a dog from Turkey, Serbia, or North Macedonia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Bulgaria, it makes sense to specifically mention routes from non\u2011EU countries. This mainly concerns overland journeys from Turkey, Serbia and North Macedonia, or flights arriving from outside the EU.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a dog enters Bulgaria from Turkey, Serbia or North Macedonia, from a veterinary perspective this is entry into the European Union from a non\u2011EU country. An EU Pet Passport alone is not enough if the dog has been outside the EU and does not meet the return conditions. What matters most is whether the dog has a valid rabies vaccination, the correct paperwork, and, where applicable, a titer test according to the country of departure.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For such routes, check in advance:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>whether the specific border crossing is among the approved points of entry for pets,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether the dog needs a titer test according to its country of origin or stay,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether you are using an EU Pet Passport or a veterinary health certificate,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the rules of any transit countries along the route.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bulgaria is a common transit country on routes between Europe and Turkey. That does not mean the veterinary rules are merely a formality. If a dog enters the EU via Bulgaria, document and identity checks are carried out at the Bulgarian point of entry.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_checks_take_place_when_entering_from_a_non%E2%80%91EU_country\"><\/span>Where checks take place when entering from a non\u2011EU country<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a dog enters Bulgaria from a non\u2011EU country, it must enter through a designated point of entry for travelers with pets. This is where the documents and the dog\u2019s identity are checked.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For air travel this generally means the international airport where you first land in Bulgaria. For overland travel it can be an approved border crossing, and for sea travel a port. Before traveling, check whether your intended point of entry into Bulgaria is on the list of approved entry points for pets.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you enter the EU through a country other than Bulgaria and only then continue to Bulgaria, the check takes place in the first EU country on your route. The subsequent journey to Bulgaria is movement within the EU.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_rules_for_staying_in_Bulgaria_with_a_dog\"><\/span>Practical rules for staying in Bulgaria with a dog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bulgaria can be very pleasant with a dog, but conditions vary by region, season, type of accommodation and specific location. A stay in Sofia or Plovdiv will differ from the Black Sea coast or the mountains.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In larger cities and tourist areas you will find veterinarians, pet shops, and dog\u2011friendly accommodation. But don\u2019t assume dogs are allowed inside restaurants, shops, or historic sites.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always confirm accommodation directly. A pet\u2011friendly filter in a booking system isn\u2019t enough. Check the permitted size of the dog, any fees, whether you can leave the dog alone in the room, and the rules for shared areas.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When traveling around Bulgaria, be mindful of stray dogs, especially outside the most touristed areas and in smaller towns. Most situations are uneventful, but keep your own dog under control and do not let it run up to unfamiliar animals.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On Black Sea beaches, rules vary by location and season. During the peak summer months, dogs may be restricted or banned on organized beaches; outside the season it is usually easier. Check the rules for a specific beach before you visit.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the mountains and national parks, check the rules of the specific area. In some places dogs are allowed only on a leash; elsewhere there may be restrictions on selected trails or in protected zones.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When traveling in the warmer months, consult your vet about protection against ticks, fleas, mosquitoes and insect\u2011borne diseases. In some parts of the Balkans, prevention against <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/leishmaniasis-in-dogs-and-humans-risk-in-southern-europe-and-elsewhere-in-the-world\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1307\">leishmaniasis<\/a> can also make sense.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_start_preparing\"><\/span>When to start preparing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_traveling_from_the_EU\"><\/span>When traveling from the EU<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are traveling to Bulgaria from another EU country and your dog already has a microchip, a valid rabies vaccination and an EU Pet Passport, preparation is usually straightforward. Check that the vaccination will remain valid for your entire trip, including the return, and review your carrier\u2019s rules.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_traveling_from_a_non%E2%80%91EU_country\"><\/span>When traveling from a non\u2011EU country<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a dog is traveling from outside the EU, start preparations earlier. Check whether a titer test is required, which health certificate is used, who issues and endorses it, and through which point you can enter Bulgaria or the EU.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A serological test cannot be arranged at the last minute. The blood sample is taken no sooner than 30 days after the rabies vaccination. Processing in the laboratory usually takes from a few working days to several weeks, depending on the lab. If the test is required for your route, take care of it well in advance.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span>Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traveling to Bulgaria with a dog is relatively straightforward when coming from the EU. The dog needs a microchip, a valid rabies vaccination and an EU Pet Passport. Mandatory echinococcus treatment is not required on entry to Bulgaria.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the dog is arriving from a non\u2011EU country, you must follow the EU entry rules: a health certificate, a declaration of non\u2011commercial movement, a rabies antibody titer test if required, and entry via an approved point.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When traveling from Turkey, Serbia, North Macedonia or another non\u2011EU country, remember that Bulgaria may be the first EU country on your route. In that case, the EU entry procedures are handled at the Bulgarian border.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond paperwork, think about the practical side of the trip. Check the rules of your carrier, accommodation, beaches, mountains and national parks. Bulgaria is very manageable with a dog, but it works best when the basics and expectations are sorted before you set off.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_about_traveling_to_Bulgaria_with_a_dog\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions about traveling to Bulgaria with a dog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_dog_need_a_titer_test_to_travel_to_Bulgaria\"><\/span>Does a dog need a titer test to travel to Bulgaria?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are coming from another EU country, you do not need a titer test. If entering from outside the EU, it depends on which country the dog is arriving from. Some countries have a simpler EU regime; for others, the rabies antibody titer test is mandatory.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Bulgaria_require_echinococcus_treatment\"><\/span>Does Bulgaria require echinococcus treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Bulgaria is not among the countries that require mandatory echinococcus treatment on entry. This obligation mainly applies to Finland, Ireland, Malta, Norway and Northern Ireland.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_an_EU_Pet_Passport_enough_when_traveling_from_the_EU_to_Bulgaria\"><\/span>Is an EU Pet Passport enough when traveling from the EU to Bulgaria?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. For a standard non\u2011commercial trip from another EU country, the EU Pet Passport is the dog\u2019s primary travel document. The dog must also have a microchip and a valid rabies vaccination.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_I_am_traveling_to_Bulgaria_with_a_dog_from_Turkey_or_Serbia\"><\/span>What if I am traveling to Bulgaria with a dog from Turkey or Serbia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the EU\u2019s perspective, this counts as entry from a non\u2011EU country. You must therefore meet the rules for entry from third countries and enter through a designated point of entry. Check the current rules at your intended border crossing before you travel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bulgaria is a practical and often underrated destination for traveling with a dog. You\u2019ll find the Black Sea coast, Sofia, Plovdiv, the Rila and Pirin mountains, monasteries, thermal springs, and long road routes across the Balkans to Turkey or back &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5787,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_titles_title":"Traveling to Bulgaria with a dog: entry from the EU, Turkey, and Serbia \u2022 IBO GUIDE","_seopress_titles_desc":"Heading to Bulgaria with your dog? 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