Moving to China

Moving a Pet to China

If you are considering bringing a pet with you to the other side of the world, there are a few things you'll need to know first. Only those with residency visas are allowed to bring a pet to China.

When you and your pet arrive at the airport, customs officials will require a health certificate and vaccination certificate from your vet verifying that your pet is fit and his shots are current. Then you'll have to pay 280 CNY ($35) at the Quarantine Station, though the quarantine will actually take place at your own residence.

Within a month or two an official will stop by your house to evaluate your pet's health, including a stool check. If your pet passes, you can pick up your verification of vaccination, which you'll need to get him registered.

All dogs (whether coming from overseas or purchased in China) are supposed to be registered; some larger cities require multiple photos of your dog, permission from your neighbours, and a fee up to 2,000 CNY ($250) to complete the registration process.

When it's time to move back home, you'll need to bring your pet and the vaccination certificate back to the Vaccination Office, where you'll get a Certificate of Health. The airport veterinarian will check this paper before letting your pet leave the country.

All information on this website is given for guidance only, and although we believe it to be correct at the time of writing, we do not accept any liability for errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misinterpretation. All charges, regulations and procedures are liable to change without notice.

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