Bringing a dog or cat to China in 2026 falls into the strict category for international pet travel. China is in Asia. Pets entering China face quarantine on arrival (typically 30 days). A rabies titer (FAVN/RNATT) test is mandatory, with a 180-day waiting period between the blood draw and arrival.
Reviewed by Clifford Wilson, Founder of ClearToFly.pet. Compiled from official government and airline documentation. Last reviewed 2026-06-08.
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
These breeds face additional rules (muzzle requirements, registration, permits, or insurance) but are not outright banned:
China has strict import rules. Only one dog or one cat per person. Quarantine of up to 30 days at a government facility (7 days facility + 23 days home quarantine is common in major cities like Beijing and Shanghai). Rabies titer test must show minimum 0.5 IU/ml. Pets arriving in designated ports (Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, etc.) may qualify for reduced facility quarantine. Breed restrictions vary by city — many cities ban large dogs over 35cm in height.
Use the ClearToFly Trip Planner to build a personalized checklist with exact deadlines for your route into China. Compare carriers that fly your route on the airline pet policy directory, or get expert eyes on your paperwork with a Route Review.
Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the China veterinary authority. We also recommend cross-referencing the USDA APHIS Pet Travel database for U.S.-origin pets.
Data last verified 2026-06-08 from National Authority. Country code: CN.