Available horses – coming soon.
Costs of Importing a Horse from France (to the U.S.)
Airfare (Flight Cost)
$8,000 – $12,000 USD
- Depends on airport of departure/arrival and airline used.
- Horses usually fly via cargo with specialized equine transport companies.
- Shared containers (3 horses per box) are more cost-effective than private stalls.
Quarantine
Geldings: $3000 to $4750 for 3 days
(USDA facility)
Require CEM (Contagious Equine Metritis) testing
Mares: ~$2,500 – $4,500 (2-3 weeks).
Stallions: ~$6,000 – $10,000 (up to 1 month).
Pre-Purchase Exam (Optional but Recommended)
$500 – $3,000+ USD
- Varies based on depth (basic vetting vs. full X-rays, endoscopy, etc.).
- Usually done in France before committing to buy/export.
Ground Transportation (France & U.S.)
$500 – $1,500 USD (each side)
Cost varies depending on how far the horse is from the airport and final destination.
