Korea’s current booklet requires microchip, exporting-government certificate, and, conservatively for Hong Kong, rabies antibody ≥0.5 IU/ml sampled 30 days to 24 months before shipment.
HK → KR · Dogs and cats
Hong Kong → Korea
Korea’s current booklet requires microchip, exporting-government certificate, and, conservatively for Hong Kong, rabies antibody ≥0.5 IU/ml sampled 30 days to 24 months before shipment.
Source coverage incomplete; confirmation requiredLast checked: 18 Jul 2026Next source review: 17 Aug 2026
Small pets may have cabin options outbound, but the operating carrier, exact aircraft and BOAS policy still decide acceptance.
A more manageable first self-service route, with one difference between official sources clearly identified
Route timeline
Plan by dependencies, not a flat checklist.
A more manageable first self-service route, with one difference between official sources clearly identified
- 01Before certificate and test
Permanent readable microchip
The number must appear on the official certificate and scan at arrival.
Korea Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency - 0230 days to 24 months before shipment
Conservative rabies titer ≥0.5 IU/ml
Use an internationally recognised or exporting-government laboratory and confirm APQA’s current Hong Kong classification in writing.
Korea Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency - 03Before departure
AFCD official animal health certificate
Include microchip, age and required titer statements; carry the original for APQA inspection.
Korea Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency · Hong Kong AFCD - 04Before booking
Separate cabin/hold/cargo and BOAS checks
A cabin-eligible outbound trip does not solve the cargo-only Hong Kong return.
International Air Transport Association
Source ledger
Official sources
Every conclusion must trace back to an official source. Government forms link directly to the original publisher, and superseded documents are not treated as current requirements.
Korea Animal and Plant Quarantine AgencyDog and cat quarantine certification program booklet18 Jul 2026Hong Kong AFCDOfficial animal health certificate for export to Korea18 Jul 2026International Air Transport AssociationTraveler's Pet Corner18 Jul 2026International Air Transport AssociationPublic pet container requirements: Container Requirement 118 Jul 2026
HK → KR · Data version 2026.07.18.2
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