Pet Transport from the US to Taiwan: 2026 Process
Moving a pet from the US to Taiwan involves a BAPHIQ import permit applied for at least 60 days in advance and mandatory quarantine on arrival. The US is a Group 1 country in Taiwan's import system, giving US pets a standard quarantine period of 7 days. EVA …
The United States to Taiwan import process
Every step must be completed in sequence. A single missed deadline can add months to your timeline. We own the entire process.
Responsible: Owner or specialist agent. Application to BAPHIQ in Taiwan.
Responsible: Vet
Responsible: Vet
Responsible: Owner or agent
Responsible: USDA-accredited vet
Responsible: USDA-accredited vet and USDA regional office
Responsible: Airline cargo
Responsible: BAPHIQ-approved quarantine facility
What your pet needs to enter Taiwan
Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.
What this route typically costs
Critical points
The BAPHIQ import permit must be applied for at least 60 days in advance. This single step determines your earliest possible travel date. Start it the moment you have a firm moving plan.
Quarantine is mandatory in Taiwan for all incoming pets. The US is a Group 1 country, so the standard period is 7 days. It cannot be avoided, but the BAPHIQ exemption programme may apply in some cases.
USDA APHIS endorsement takes 3-10 business days. The 14-day health certificate validity window for Taiwan means the timing must be planned carefully alongside the permit and quarantine facility booking.
Quarantine facility spaces in Taiwan are limited and popular facilities book out. Do not wait to confirm the quarantine reservation after the permit arrives.
Approved carriers for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.
The BAPHIQ permit: the step that sets your travel date
The BAPHIQ import permit is the single step that determines when you can travel. It must be applied for at least 60 days before your planned departure and has a limited validity window, so timing the application to align with your travel date matters.
The application to BAPHIQ (Taiwan’s Bureau of Animal and Plant Health Inspection and Quarantine) requires your pet’s microchip number, current vaccination details, and owner information. A specialist agent in Taiwan or a US-based agent with Taiwan experience can handle the application and track its progress.
Once the permit arrives, immediately confirm your quarantine facility booking. BAPHIQ-approved quarantine facilities have limited capacity, and popular facilities fill up weeks in advance.
Quarantine: 7 days for Group 1 country pets
Taiwan groups all countries into categories based on rabies risk, and the quarantine duration for arriving pets depends on the origin country’s group. The US is a Group 1 country, which is the category with the shortest standard quarantine: 7 days.
Quarantine takes place at a BAPHIQ-approved facility. The cost varies by facility and typically covers boarding, basic veterinary checks, and handling. Most facilities allow owner visits during the quarantine period.
BAPHIQ also operates a quarantine exemption programme. Dogs from approved Group 1 countries meeting specific health documentation criteria may qualify for a reduced or waived quarantine. Eligibility and the application process should be confirmed with BAPHIQ directly or through your agent, as the programme’s terms and qualifying criteria can be updated.
USDA APHIS timing with the 14-day window
The USDA APHIS-endorsed health certificate is the standard export document for US pets travelling internationally. Your USDA-accredited vet issues the certificate and it must be endorsed by the USDA APHIS regional office before travel. Standard processing takes three to ten business days; express processing is faster.
For Taiwan entry, the health certificate must be issued within 14 days of travel. This is a slightly longer window than some countries (which require 10 days), but the USDA endorsement time means the clinical examination, certificate preparation, endorsement, and travel all need to sequence correctly. Plan with your vet to ensure the timing works.