Complete Guide to Transporting Pets from Japan to Taiwan｜Procedures, Costs, and Points to Note

💡 Conclusion: Transporting pets from Japan to Taiwan is not scary if you prepare well.

Japan is a clean country for rabies, so if you follow the established procedures, you will basically not be quarantined for a long period of time after arriving in Taiwan (only 7 days home quarantine).

1. Early preparation 8 months in advanceThe key to success is a generous schedule: microchipping, rabies vaccines, import permits, etc.
2. Thorough management of documentsThe most important documents are the "Import Agreement" from the Taiwanese side and the "Export Quarantine Certificate" from the Japanese side.
3. Airline Advance Confirmation: Restrictions are strict, especially for short-horned breeds. Always check before booking.

🇹🇼 Rules on the Taiwanese side

• Mandatory microchipping, rabies vaccinations, etc.
• in advanceImport Agreement."You can't enter Taiwan in the first place unless you have a permit that says
• Japan is a rabies-free country,No rabies antibody titer test is required on the Taiwanese side.

🇯🇵 Rules on the Japanese side

• Inspected at the animal quarantine station and inspectedExport Quarantine CertificateNeed to have a _______________ issued
• Failure to do so will result in a rabies outbreak in accordance with the Rabies Prevention Act.Fine of up to 200,000 yenMay be subject to

1. 8 months prior to the start of the program] Preparation begins.: Confirmation of the latest Taiwanese rules; ISO-standard microchip installed.
2. Rabies vaccination (7 months before): Inactivated vaccine within 30 days to 1 year prior to intended date of transport. Must be at least 90 days old.
3. 20 days prior to shipment] Import Consent Application ← Most ImportantImport Consent: Apply online or by mail to the Animal and Plant Health Inspection and Quarantine Office in Taiwan to obtain an "Import Consent Form".
4. Booking airline tickets and transportation space: Book a space for your pet's transportation at the same time as your own airline ticket.
5. Up to 10 days prior to departure] Application for export inspectionSubmit an "Application for Export Inspection" to the animal quarantine office in Japan.
6. Within 10 days of departure] Export quarantineGo to the animal quarantine station with your pet and have it inspected. Receive an Export Quarantine Certificate.
7. Check-in on the day of departureSubmit a complete set of documents at the airline counter.
8. After Arrival in Taiwan] Quarantine CounterSubmit documents and check health status. If there are no deficiencies, release within 7 days of home quarantine.

❌ Incomplete paperwork is a matter of life and death

Failure to sign the application form, expiration of the vaccine certificate, or a mistake in the passport number. A simple mistake like this can result in hours of waiting at the airport or, in the worst case, being sent back to Japan. In particularIf the contents of the "Import Agreement" and the "Export Quarantine Certificate" differ by even one letter, you are out.It is.

❌ If you underestimate the airline's rules, you're stuck.

I went to the airport without a reservation and was refused," "I had to buy a new crate because it didn't meet the standards," "My child was a short-horned dog... they said they couldn't transport him. Airline rules are absolute.

🚨 Worst case scenario via rabies non-clean countries.

If transshipped through a rabies non-clean country,Risk of return, 7 days or 187 days of quarantine, or in the worst case, killingare available. Be sure to choose a direct flight.

1. Thorough advance preparation and double-checkingBookmark the official Taiwanese and Japanese websites to keep track of the latest information. Make a checklist and destroy them one by one.
2. Make your family doctor your strongest ally.: Consult with your veterinarian at an early stage and make arrangements together for health checks, vaccination schedules, and certification arrangements.
3. Crate training is a must.: Put the crate in the living room months before your departure, give him treats, and let him sleep in it to get him used to it.
4. Rely on experts: It is also wise to leave it to a professional international pet shipping company like PetAir. We take care of all the tedious parts of the process, from the paperwork to communicating with the airline.

Q1: How long does it take to prepare?

Please allow at least 8 months. The import permit application on the Taiwanese side and export quarantine on the Japanese side will take longer than expected.

Q2: What are the total costs?

If you do it all yourself, you can expect to pay 100,000-200,000 yen. If you ask a representative to do it for you, you can expect to pay an additional 150,000 to 300,000 yen.

Q3: Can short-breed dogs (e.g., French bulldogs) be taken to Taiwan?

Depends on the airline. China Airlines to/from JapanDecember through March onlyAcceptance. EVA Air is also not accepted from April to November at its Northern Hemisphere locations, so it is effectively only available from December to March. Definitely check directly with them before booking.

Q4: Will my pet be quarantined once it arrives in Taiwan?

Since Japan is a rabies-free country, there is basically no long-term quarantine if you follow the rules and procedures. After document check and health verification, the animal will be released after 7 days of home quarantine.

Q5: Can I bring more than one pet at a time?

You can do this. However, as a rule, there is one cage per animal. Some airlines have a limit on the number of kennels that can be reserved for one person, so you must check in advance.

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Disclaimer

PetAir is a procedure preparation support service and does not guarantee obtaining import/export permits, flight confirmation, or the health of your pet. Veterinary procedures, vaccinations, airport delivery, and health care are the responsibility of the pet owner.

Reference Information and Sources

• Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (Conditions for Importation of Dogs and Cats):. https://www.roc-taiwan.org/jp_ja/post/95269.html
• Taiwan Animal and Plant Protection and Quarantine (BAPHIQ) https://www.aphia.gov.tw/en/
• Animal Quarantine (to export dogs and cats):. https://www.maff.go.jp/aqs/animal/aq12-1.html
• China Airlines (pet):. https://www.china-airlines.com/jp/jp/fly/prepare-for-the-fly/baggage/pets
• EVA Air (Traveling with Pets):. https://www.evaair.com/ja-jp/fly-prepare/baggage/travelling-with-pets/