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To the best of our ability, we ensure that recommendations given on PetTravel.com reflect the current regulations. We cannot predict how a given country may enforce these regulations. Noncompliance may result in the need to make arrangements to put the pet into quarantine, return the pet to the country of origin, or destroy the pet. We suggest that you minimize the disruptions that may occur by following the rules of the country you are visiting.

Pet Immigration Rules China

REGULATIONS FOR TAKING A PET DOG OR CAT TO CHINA

WARNING: China has placed in effect a new rule that all pets must go into quarantine for seven days even if they meet all the requirements of entry. At the end of the seven day the remainder of the 30 day quarantine period can be home quarantine.

Bringing a pet into China is somewhat complicated even if you have the proper veterinary health certificate and immunization record for the pet. We recommend you utilize the services of a company that specializes in the entry process.

You may bring only ONE pet (cat or dog) per adult traveling into China. (two adults - 2 pets)

China does NOT currently require a microchip, however we expect this to change at some point in the future.

Your pet must be vaccinated at least 1 month but not more than 12 months prior to entering the country. A USDA or CFIA licensed veterinarian then completes the China International Health Certificate for endorsement by the USDA or CFIA if traveling from the United States or Canada. If you are traveling from another country, the Governmental Authority of your country should endorse the forms. A copy of the Rabies Certificate should also be included.

The pet's owner's residential details in China must be provided and your pet is required to register with teh police department in the city where you will reside.

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Failure to comply with these regulations will mean that your pet may be refused entry and the relevant authority in consultation with an authorized veterinarian can decide to return the pet home, or place the pet in quarantine at the expense of the owner or natural person responsible for pet, or as a last resort, without financial compensation, put the pet down where the return trip home or quarantine cannot be arranged.

All other pets (birds, invertebrates, tropical fish, reptiles, amphibia, mammals such as rodents and rabbits) are not subject to the regulations in respect of the anti-rabies vaccination but may have to meet other requirements as to a limit on the number of animals and a certificate to accompany them in respect of other diseases. Pet owners are strongly advised to seek further information from the relevant authority of their country and/or that of the country of destination.

VETERINARY CERTIFICATE
All countries have a unique veterinary certificates. This form differs from the International Veterinary Certificate issued by veterinarians in the United States. (APHIS 7001)

Find Veterinary Certificates for countries worldwide.

Although China does not require an ISO pet microchip, we strongly suggest microchipping your pet prior to traveling.

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