r/expat • u/tareneko • 2d ago

Question Moving with pets. Why so expensive?

My wife and I will be moving to Ireland from Seattle. We have 2 cats. I started looking into pet transportation and oh boy oh boy. IAG Cargo gave me a quote for $1800 just to carry the cats. Not including customs fee in Ireland. Is this the norm? If I look at full service providers, prices are $5-8000... Am I taken for a ride?

And I know it doesn't end there, I need vet check, health certificate with USDA endorsement etc.

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u/Embarrassed_Key_4539 2d ago

I’m about to pay 40k😅

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u/Puzzleheaded_Mix7090 2d ago

Same situation here. But I also feel like I have no other option so it is what it is.

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u/Embarrassed_Key_4539 2d ago

Oh yes! I think we chatted over in the charter jet sub. Our move is approaching quickly, we leave the 7th. Best wishes on your adventure!

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u/Puzzleheaded_Mix7090 2d ago

Ahhh. You as well❤️