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Pet Transport from Japan

Export Requirements

What you need to do before your pet can leave Japan.

Export Permit

Official health certificate endorsed by AQS required.

Pet export from Japan requires an AQS-endorsed health certificate.

Export requirements from Japan

Health Certificate: Official health certificate endorsed by AQS.

Issuing Authority: Animal Quarantine Service (AQS)

Last Verified: 2026-04-24

Frequently Asked Questions

An AQS-endorsed health certificate is required. Check destination country requirements for additional testing or permits.

Any government-approved veterinarian in Japan can issue a health certificate. The certificate needs AQS endorsement before departure.

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