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Pet Relocation to 🇰🇷 Korea, South

South Korea requires pets to be microchipped, rabies vaccinated with a 30-day waiting period, and have a rabies neutralization antibody test from an approved laboratory. The Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (APQA) oversees all imports. Compliant pets are typically released same-day after inspection at Incheon International Airport. No mandatory quarantine for compliant animals.

Companies Listed

4

Quarantine

Not Required

Common Pets

dogs, cats

Requirements

8 documented

Key Import Requirements

  • ISO microchip required (implanted before rabies vaccination)
  • Rabies vaccination at least 30 days before departure
  • Rabies neutralization antibody test required (≥ 0.5 IU/mL)
  • USDA-endorsed Veterinary Health Certificate issued within 10 days of travel
  • Vaccine certificate must include manufacturer, batch number, and expiration date
  • Pets inspected by APQA at Incheon International Airport on arrival
  • Non-compliant pets quarantined until requirements are met
  • Advance notification required for 10+ cats and/or dogs