Bringing a dog or cat to Hong Kong in 2026 falls into the strict category for international pet travel. Hong Kong is in Asia. Pets entering Hong Kong face quarantine on arrival (typically 120 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:
Quarantine length depends on origin country. Group 1 countries (e.g., UK, Australia, NZ) may have no quarantine. Group 2 (e.g., USA, Canada) requires 4 months (120 days) quarantine which can be served partly at home if conditions are met. Group 3 countries require full 4-month facility quarantine. Special permit from the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) required. Only dogs and cats permitted.
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Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the Hong Kong 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: HK.