KTO's 2024 pet guide describes export-country animal health documents, microchips, rabies-related tests and presentation of quarantine certificates when entering Korea with cats or dogs. Actual conditions vary by origin and animal age and may have changed. Check 2026 rules with Korea's Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency, and obtain separate advance carriage approval from your airline.
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- First published
- Oct 15, 2026
Entering Korea with a Dog or Cat: Quarantine Preparation
A focused guide based on Korea Tourism Organization's pet travel resource.
It distinguishes 2024 guidance from rules that may have changed by 2026.
Before deciding to visit
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What we're seeing
Distinguishes general preparation advice from unverified access and reservations.
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What we still don't know
Current availability and up-to-date legal or transport rules were not verified.