Pet Relocation to Hong Kong

Shipping Pets to Hong Kong

Animals must travel in IATA approved transit kennels that allow them to stand, lie down and turn around comfortably. Pets not travelling directly by air or arriving without the correct certification may face lengthy quarantine, so careful planning and the right paperwork are essential.

IATA Approved

AVID Microchip

Import Permit

Hong Kong Guidance

Key Requirements

  • IATA approved transit kennel required
  • Direct air travel is strongly preferred
  • Correct certification is essential
  • Incorrect paperwork can lead to 4-6 months quarantine

Vaccinations & Paperwork

  • Import / Special Permit required
  • Permit issued by the senior Veterinary Officer in Hong Kong
  • Official Export Health Certificate signed by an OV
  • Export Health Certificate must be completed within 14 days of the flight

Health & Travel Notes

  • All pets must be microchipped
  • AVID microchip preferred
  • ISO chip pets may be re-chipped on arrival
  • Cats need appropriate feline vaccination certificates
  • Dogs need DHP vaccination certificates
  • Vaccinations should be at least 14 days before travel and not more than 12 months old

Rules can change and airline or state requirements may differ, so we always recommend checking the latest guidance with our team before booking.

What We Help With

Import paperwork

Flight planning

IATA kennel guidance

Door-to-door support

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Planning to Take Your Pet to Hong Kong?

Our friendly, knowledgeable team will guide you through every step to make your pet’s journey as safe and stress-free as possible.