Owners with "fur babies" at home, international pet transportation is undoubtedly a daunting task. From the complex process of document handling to the safety and comfort of pets during the journey, every step can pose challenges. Many pet owners often feel at a loss when faced with international pet transportation. They worry about potential health issues for their pets during transit, the inability to enter the destination country due to incomplete documents, and even the risk of facing high costs due to ignorance of regulations. To help ease your concerns, here is a comprehensive guide to international pet transportation.

对于家中有“毛孩子”的主人来说，国际宠物运输无疑是一项令人头疼的任务。从复杂的文件办理到宠物在旅途中的安全与舒适，每一个环节都可能成为挑战。许多宠物主人在面对国际宠物运输时，常常会感到无从下手，担心宠物在运输过程中出现健康问题、文件不齐全导致无法入境，甚至因为不了解规定而面临高额费用。为了帮助大家减少烦恼，以下是一份干货满满的国际宠物运输指南。

01 Basic Process 基本流程

1.Consultation and Planning 咨询规划

Plan 3 - 6 months in advance to understand vaccination requirements, document preparation, and destination - specific regulations.

提前3-6个月规划，了解疫苗接种、文件准备及目的地要求。

2.Preparation Work 准备工作

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Requirements for Entering China (Based on Announcement No. 5, 2019 of the General Administration of Customs of China)

相关要求（入境中国，根据：中国海关总署公告2019年第5号文件）

• Document Requirements: A rabies vaccination certificate is required. The pet must have an electronic chip (compliant with ISO 11784 and 11785 standards, with a 15 - digit chip code and a 5 - year validity period. If the chip does not meet the standards, the owner needs to bring a reader that can read the chip). An effective quarantine certificate issued by the official animal quarantine agency of the exporting country or region is also needed.
• 文件要求：需狂犬病疫苗接种证书；宠物需应当具有电子芯片（ISO 11784和11785的电子芯片，芯片代码为15位数字，有效期5年。若芯片不符合标准，需自备可读取芯片的读写器）；需提供输出国家或者地区官方动物检疫机构出具的有效检疫证书。

• Port of Entry: The pet must enter through a port with quarantine and isolation facilities.
• 入境口岸：需从具有隔离检疫设施条件的口岸入境

• Quantity Limit: Each person is only allowed to bring one pet (cat or dog) per trip.
• 携带数量：每人每次限带1只宠物（猫或狗）

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Requirements for Leaving China

相关要求（从中国出境）

• Animal Health Certificate: Issued by the customs, it is a necessary document for pet export. It is required to declare to and apply for issuance from the local customs in advance.
• 《动物卫生证书》：由海关出具，是宠物出境的必要文件。需提前向所在地海关申报并申请办理；

• Rabies Vaccination Certificate: Issued by a local veterinary institution or pet hospital, it proves that the pet has completed rabies vaccination and the vaccination is within the valid period.
• 狂犬病疫苗接种证明：由当地兽医机构或宠物医院出具，证明宠物已完成狂犬病疫苗接种，且接种在有效期内；

• Pet Electronic Chip: The pet must be implanted with an electronic chip that meets the international standards of ISO 11784 and 11785.
• 宠物电子芯片：宠物需植入符合国际标准ISO 11784和11785的电子芯片；

• Personal Exit Certificate: The carrier needs to provide a valid passport or other exit documents.
• 个人出境证明：携带人需提供有效的护照或其他出境证件；

• Other Documents Required by the Destination Country: Some countries may require a rabies antibody test report (with an antibody titer greater than 0.5 IU/ml), an entry permit, and may have additional requirements for pet deworming.
• 目的国要求的其他文件：部分国家可能要求提供狂犬病抗体检测报告（抗体滴度需大于0.5 IU/ml），可能需要入境许可证，以及对宠物驱虫有额外要求。

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Transportation Crate: It should meet the IATA standards, be sturdy, well - ventilated, and of appropriate size.

运输箱：符合IATA标准，坚固、通风、尺寸合适。

3.Book Flights 预订航班

Communicate with the airline in advance to book an oxygen - equipped cargo hold. Whenever possible, choose non - stop flights.

提前与航空公司沟通，预订有氧舱位，尽量选择直飞。

4.Check - in Procedures 托运手续

Arrive at the airport 2 - 3 hours before departure, submit the required documents, and pay the fees.

提前2-3小时到机场，提交文件，支付费用。

The documents include

文件包括

- Rabies vaccination certificate

- Animal quarantine certificate (usually valid for 3 days)

- Entry - Exit Inspection and Quarantine Health Certificate

- Pet identification documents, such as a pet passport, electronic chip implantation certificate (in line with ISO standards)

- Rabies antibody serum test report (required by some countries)

- Health statement (required by some countries)

- Entry/transit permit (required by some destinations or transit countries)

- 狂犬病疫苗注射证明

- 动物检疫合格证明（有效期一般为3天）

- 出入境检验检疫卫生证书

- 宠物身份证明：如宠物护照、电子芯片植入证明（ISO标准）

- * 狂犬病抗体血清检测报告（部分国家要求）

- * 健康声明书（部分国家要求）

- * 入境/过境许可证（部分目的地或过境国家的要求）

5.Tracking and Pick - up 跟踪与接机

Track the pet's status through the airline and pick up the pet promptly upon arrival.

通过航空公司跟踪宠物状态，到达后及时提取。

02 Precautions  注意事项

1. Understand Destination Requirements: Entry requirements vary greatly among different countries. It is necessary to consult in advance.
2. Avoid Extreme Weather: Avoid transporting pets during high - temperature or cold seasons.

3. Adaptation Training: Let the pet get used to the transportation crate in advance.

4. Diet Management: Do not feed the pet within 2 hours before transportation, but provide a small amount of water. Also, bring the pet's supplies.

5. Quarantine Requirements: Some countries require quarantine after entry. Understand the quarantine facilities and costs in advance.

6. Emergency Plan: Prepare emergency contact information and know the information of local veterinarians at the destination.

1. 了解目的地要求：不同国家入境要求差异大，需提前咨询。

2. 避免极端天气：避开高温或寒冷季节运输。

3. 适应性训练：提前让宠物适应运输箱。

4. 饮食管理：运输前2小时内禁食，少量给水，携带宠物用品。

5. 隔离要求：部分国家入境后需隔离，提前了解隔离设施和费用。

6. 紧急预案：准备应急联系方式，了解目的地兽医信息。

03 Choosing a Shipping Service Provider

选择托运服务商

Selecting a professional pet shipping company can simplify the process and ensure the safety of your pet.

选择专业宠物托运公司可简化流程并确保安全。

04 Summary 总结

International pet transportation requires advance planning, proper document and vaccine preparation, selection of appropriate transportation methods and service providers to ensure that your pet arrives at the destination safely.

国际宠物运输需提前规划，准备好文件和疫苗，选择合适的运输方式和服务商，确保宠物安全到达目的地。

Author 作者 | Ryan