Pets (Dogs) → Japan

180-day quarantine unless pre-qualified

Details

Japan requires a 180-day quarantine for dogs that have not completed the pre-arrival process. To avoid quarantine: microchip, two rabies vaccinations 30+ days apart, blood test at approved lab, 180-day waiting period, health certificate, and advance notification to Animal Quarantine Service 40+ days before arrival.

Documentation required

• Microchip
• Two rabies vaccinations
• FAVN blood test
• Advance notification form
• Health certificate
• Export certificate

Legal reference

Rabies Prevention Law

Practical advice

The entire process takes 7-8 months minimum. Dogs from rabies-free designated regions (UK, Australia, NZ, etc.) have a shorter process.

Customs authority

Japan Customs (Ministry of Finance) · https://www.customs.mof.go.jp