Moving Your Pet to Taiwan?
Bringing Your Pet to Taiwan
Moving to Taiwan with your furry friend? This guide provides everything you need to know about the pet import process, from microchipping and vaccinations to quarantine regulations.
Important Update: As of 2024, pets entering Taiwan from the United States may be eligible for a quarantine exemption program. For details and requirements, please refer to our dedicated blog post: [Link to your new blog post on Quarantine Exemption]
General Pet Import Requirements
All pets entering Taiwan must meet the following requirements:
- Microchip: Every pet must be implanted with a microchip compliant with ISO Standard 11784 or Annex A to ISO Standard 11785. Taiwan also accepts AVID 9 and AVID 10 microchips. This should be done before any vaccinations are administered.
- Rabies Vaccination: Your pet needs an inactivated rabies vaccination at least 180 days before departure.
- Primary vaccination (for pets at least 90 days old) requires a waiting period of no less than 180 days and no more than one year between vaccination and shipment.
- Booster vaccination requires vaccination no more than one year before shipment.
- Blood Test: Your pet must undergo a Rabies Neutralizing Antibody Titer Test (RNATT) to confirm rabies immunity no less than 180 days and no more than one year before departure. The test must be conducted by a designated laboratory.
- Veterinary Certificate: Within 10 days of departure, obtain a veterinary certificate from your veterinarian for your pet's export to Taiwan. The USDA (for US pets) needs to approve this certificate.
Quarantine
Upon arrival in Taiwan, pets that don't qualify for the quarantine exemption program will be subject to mandatory quarantine at an animal quarantine station. The standard quarantine period is a minimum of 21 days. Extensions are rare and at the government's discretion.
Taipei Animal Quarantine Station
The Taipei Animal Quarantine Station is the primary facility for pet quarantine in Taiwan. Here's some helpful information:
- Location:
- Taipei Animal Quarantine Station
- National Taiwan University
- 153, Keelung Rd., Sec. 3
- 106 Taipei, Taiwan
- Tel: 02-2735-8621 or 02-2739-6838 ext. 6080
- Public Transportation:
- MRT: Gongguan Station (Danshui-Xindian Line) Exit No. 1, then transfer to bus (3rd stop) NTU Hospital Kungkuan Hospital (buses 1, Green11, Brown 12, 673, 907).
- Alternatively, Liuzhangli Station (Muzha Line) allows transfer to bus routes 1,207, 650, 672, or Nankang Software Park transfer car.
- Visiting Hours: Must be scheduled through the attending veterinarian.
- Weekdays: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM & 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- Weekends & Holidays: Closed
- Maximum of 3 visits per week.
- What to Bring: Authorized persons may bring food, toys, pillows, and bedding for their pets at their own risk. These items must be taken when picking up the pet after quarantine.
For detailed information on the quarantine process and exemption program, please refer to our dedicated blog post: [Link to your new blog post on Quarantine Exemption]
Additional Considerations
- While not mandatory, we strongly recommend additional vaccinations and parasite treatments for your pet's health and safety.
- Ensure all documents have consistent microchip numbers to avoid delays upon arrival.
- Carefully follow the recommended timeline to avoid issues with processing your pet's entry.
By following these guidelines and timelines, you can ensure a smooth transition for your pet as it adjusts to its new life in Taiwan.