Bringing dogs to Hong Kong as part of your international relocation can be easier than you think, especially if you know where to look for assistance when you need it.
We’ve outlined the details surrounding dog transport to Hong Kong below. Take a look, and let us know if you have questions about this process or if you’re looking for general advice about how to ship pets safely.
Hong Kong requires all dogs to be microchipped prior to import. This can be an AVID 9-digit microchip or an ISO-compatible microchip (Home Again, ResQ, etc.). However, all dogs must be registered in Hong Kong with an AVID 9-digit microchip. If your dog does not have an AVID 9-digit microchip upon arrival in Hong Kong, they will be re-chipped with an AVID 9-digit microchip with an additional fee.
All dogs must have an original Rabies Certificate and this certificate must state the microchip number, the date of inoculation and the validity of the particular vaccination you obtain – this can be a one or three year vaccine and must be administered at least 30 days and less than a year before departure.
Records must be at least 14 days old and less than a year old before departure.
Canine Distemper, Parvovirus, Hepatitis and Leptospirosis
This is the standard Health Certificate to be filled out by your accredited Veterinarian. It must be issued within seven days of the flight.
This is the AFCD health certificate to be filled out by your accredited veterinarian along with the Form 7001. It must be issued within seven days of the flight.
The documents below must be sent to your local vet for their stamp of approval. Please contact your China Pet Transport Specialist to learn more about the best way to manage this.
Microchip Implantation Record
Rabies Certificate
Vaccination Records
Import Permit
Vet Health Certificate
Hong Kong Health Certificate
The following breeds may not be imported into Hong Kong: Pit Bull Terrier (also known as the American Staffordshire Terrier), Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, Fila Braziliero, and any mixes of these breeds. Staffordshire Bull Terriers may be imported if a statutory declaration is submitted with the application.
There is no quarantine when entering Hong Kong from the mentioned locations if the above requirements have been met.
Note that dogs must be at least five months old to enter Hong Kong.
At China Pet Relocation, our team works closely together to ensure our continued success as an experienced, professional pet shipping company with outstanding customer satisfaction.
This includes keeping up on the latest advances with technology, industry related changes, and communicating with each other and everyone involved in the pet travel process to provide excellent customer service.
Our goal is a safe and comfortable traveling experience for the pet and owners.
The pet shipping process can be complex and confusing, but the more you know, the better your move will be.
We realise that moving is often an extremely stressful experience, especially if you have a four-legged friend to transport as well!
With a client-oriented philosophy focused on pet safety, China Pet Transport experienced destination experts help thousands of family pets travel safely each year.