Yes, Jetpets works with a reputable agent who services Japan’s three major airports: Haneda, Narita and Osaka. If required, we can arrange customs clearance and additional transport within Japan to help coordinate your pet’s journey to their final destination.
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What Type Of Pet Crate Is Required For Travel To Japan?
Your pet will need an IATA-approved travel crate that is suitable for their size and meets the requirements for air transport. Choosing the right crate helps provide a secure and comfortable space for your pet throughout their journey and ensures compliancy to avoid any delays and setbacks with airline requirements.
Does My Pet Need A Rabies Vaccination To Travel From Australia To Japan?
No, rabies vaccination is not required for pets travelling from Australia to Japan. However, keeping your pet’s regular vaccinations up to date is recommended when preparing your pet for international travel.
What Documents Are Required To Transport My Pet To Japan?
Your pet will need the relevant import permit, an ISO-standard microchip for identification, an Australian export permit and a veterinary health certificate. Jetpets can help you understand the documentation required and prepare for your pet’s international journey.
How Far In Advance Do I Need To Organise My Pet’s Travel To Japan?
An import permit must be applied for at least 40 days before your pet’s arrival in Japan. At Jetpets, we recommend allowing a few additional weeks so we have enough time to prepare the required documentation and organise your pet’s journey.
Which Asian Countries Can I Transport My Pet To?
Which Asian Countries Can Jetpets Transport Pets To?
Jetpets can assist with transporting pets from Australia to a number of destinations across Asia. The Asian countries we currently transport pets to include:
- Hong Kong
- Indonesia
- India
- Japan
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Singapore
- South Korea
- Thailand
- Vietnam
Import requirements vary between countries, so the preparation process will depend on where your pet is heading. From veterinary requirements to entry regulations, each destination has its own set of considerations.
How Far in Advance Do I Need to Organise My Pet’s Travel to Asia?
We recommend organising your pet’s international travel as early as possible, with 6 months in advance being optimal, particularly for longer journeys or destinations with specific vaccination and veterinary requirements. Planning ahead gives our team at Jetpets enough time to arrange the necessary documentation, vaccinations, health checks, treatments, flights and travel crate, while allowing time to address any requirements or unexpected hurdles before departure. Every pet move is different, so your Jetpets Pet Travel Consultant will work with you to create a personalised travel plan and ensure your pet is prepared for their journey to Asia.
What Do I Need to Know About Transporting My Pet to Singapore?
Yes, you can bring your pet to Singapore, provided all required documentation, veterinary checks and treatments are completed before travel. Singapore is a rabies-free country, however, there are restrictions on certain dog breeds, including American Staffordshire Terriers, Pitbulls, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, American Bulldogs, Mastino Neapolitanos, Boerboels, Dogo Argentinos, Tosa Inus and Fila Brasileiros (Brazilian Mastiffs), as well as mixes of these breeds. Pets are generally not permitted on Singapore’s public transport, including the MRT, except for service animals such as guide dogs, although services such as GrabPet may be available. Pet transport costs vary depending on factors including your pet’s size and weight, flight route, destination and level of service. Jetpets can provide customised, all-inclusive quotes with no hidden costs, with services including organising required documentation, veterinary work and treatments, comfort stops during the journey and airport collection if a flight is delayed or cancelled. Your Jetpets pet travel consultant will guide you through the requirements and create a tailored itinerary and quote for your pet’s journey to Singapore.
What Do I Need to Know About Transporting My Pet to Japan?
Moving your pet to Japan requires careful planning, with all required import documentation, veterinary checks and treatments completed before travel, so we recommend starting the process and booking as early as possible. Japan is a pet-friendly, rabies-free country, and pets travelling from Australia can generally enter without quarantine when all import conditions are met. Pets arriving from other countries may be subject to quarantine ranging from 12 hours to 180 days, depending on the entry requirements. Japan currently has no banned dog breeds. Pet transport costs vary depending on factors such as your pet’s size and weight, flight route, destination and level of service, with Jetpets offering customised, all-inclusive quotes with no hidden costs. Our service can include organising required documentation, veterinary work and treatments, comfort stops during the journey and airport collection if a flight is delayed or cancelled. Your Jetpets pet travel consultant will guide you through the requirements and create a tailored itinerary and quote for your pet’s journey to Japan.