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Vets & Pet Services in Krakow

🇵🇱Krakow, Poland·Updated 18 April 2026

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Krakow has good veterinary coverage with 24-hour emergency clinics and many routine practices across the city. Poland is an EU country — EU pet passport requirements (microchip, current rabies vaccination) apply. Veterinary costs are lower than Western Europe, and several central Krakow clinics have English-speaking staff.

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Centrum Weterynaryjne Krakow (24h)

Śródmieście · Rakowicka 26, Kraków

A well-regarded 24-hour veterinary clinic in central Krakow with full emergency capabilities, surgical facilities, and routine care. English-speaking staff available. Conveniently located near the Old Town for visitors staying in the centre.

🐾 24-hour emergency and routine care🕐 24 hours, 7 days a week

💡 Save the address before arriving in Krakow — knowing the 24h vet location is essential peace of mind when travelling with a pet

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Przychodnia Weterynaryjna Kazimierz

Kazimierz · Starowiślna 65, Kraków

A routine veterinary practice in Kazimierz, convenient for visitors staying in the Jewish Quarter area. Useful for general health checks, prescription medications, and EU health certificate signing before departure. English communication available on most days. Call ahead to confirm current opening hours.

🐾 Routine appointments; call ahead to confirm hours🕐 Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00, Sat 09:00–13:00

💡 Bring your pet's EU passport and full vaccination records to any Polish vet appointment — it streamlines the certificate process significantly

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💡 Quick Tips

1.EU pet passport required for Poland — microchip and current rabies vaccination are mandatory.
2.Standard vet consultations in Krakow cost approximately 80–180 PLN (€18–40), less than Western Europe.
3.Polish pet shops (sklep zoologiczny) sell EU-compliant tick, flea, and worming treatments.
4.For a health certificate for flying from Krakow John Paul II Airport, contact your vet at least 72 hours in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a pet passport to bring my dog to Krakow?

Yes. Poland is an EU member. An EU pet passport with valid microchip registration and current rabies vaccination is required.

Are there 24-hour vets in Krakow?

Yes. Several 24-hour emergency veterinary clinics operate in Krakow. Save an address before you travel.

How much does a vet visit cost in Krakow?

A standard consultation costs approximately 80–180 PLN (€18–40). Emergency and specialist fees are higher. Costs are notably lower than in Western Europe.

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💡 Quick Tips

1.EU pet passport required for Poland — microchip and current rabies vaccination are mandatory.

2.Standard vet consultations in Krakow cost approximately 80–180 PLN (€18–40), less than Western Europe.

3.Polish pet shops (sklep zoologiczny) sell EU-compliant tick, flea, and worming treatments.

4.For a health certificate for flying from Krakow John Paul II Airport, contact your vet at least 72 hours in advance.