Pet Transport from Taiwan to the USA: 2026 Guide
Taiwan is a CDC low-risk country for dog rabies, which makes the US entry process considerably simpler than from most other Asian origins. No CDC facility reservation is needed, no titre test, and no quarantine. The main documentation is the BAPHIQ-endorsed …
The Taiwan to United States import process
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What your pet needs to enter United States
Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.
What this route typically costs
Critical points
Taiwan is CDC low-risk, which makes the US entry process significantly simpler than from most Asian countries. No CDC facility reservation is required for dogs from Taiwan.
The CDC Dog Import Form must be completed and available for inspection on arrival. This is a straightforward online form but it must not be forgotten.
Cats from Taiwan have no US entry requirements beyond standard customs inspection. No health certificate is required by the US government (though airlines may require one for the cargo booking).
EVA Air and China Airlines offer direct Taipei to US West Coast cargo services, which is a significant advantage for this corridor.
The US does not require a USDA-endorsed health certificate for pets arriving from Taiwan. The BAPHIQ-endorsed certificate from Taiwan suffices for US entry.
Approved carriers for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.
CDC low-risk: what Taiwan's status means in practice
Taiwan has been officially rabies-free since 2013 and the CDC classifies it as a low-risk country for dog rabies. The practical impact on this route is significant: dogs from Taiwan do not need to follow the CDC high-risk pathway, do not need to arrive at a CDC-approved airport, and do not need a facility reservation.
The requirements for dogs from Taiwan are: a microchip, a current rabies vaccination, a CDC Dog Import Form completed before departure, and a BAPHIQ-endorsed health certificate. That is the full list for US entry. No quarantine, no titre test, no facility reservation.
Cats from Taiwan face even fewer requirements: standard customs inspection on arrival, no US government health certificate requirement (though airlines may ask for one for the cargo booking).
Direct cargo from Taipei to the US
EVA Air and China Airlines both operate direct cargo services from Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) to US West Coast cities including Los Angeles. This is a meaningful advantage: a direct service eliminates mid-journey hub transfers and reduces total journey time for your pet.
EVA Air in particular has a strong reputation for live animal cargo handling and is the carrier most commonly recommended for this corridor by pet transport agents. Confirm live animal cargo availability on your specific flight when booking, as not every scheduled service accepts live animals.
For US East Coast destinations, a connection is typically needed. Singapore Airlines or Cathay Pacific connections via their Asian hubs are used for some routings, depending on your destination city.
The CDC Dog Import Form
The CDC requires a Dog Import Form to be completed for all dogs entering the US, regardless of origin. For dogs from low-risk countries like Taiwan, this form is a straightforward declaration: the dog’s microchip number, vaccination details, and owner information. There is no advance registration or facility booking involved.
The form is completed online on the CDC website before departure. Keep a copy of the completed form accessible for inspection when you arrive in the US. This is a simple step but one that should not be left to the last minute.