How to Import a Dog from China to South Korea (2026 Guide)

Step-by-step guide: importing a puppy from China to Korea — microchip, rabies titer, quarantine rules, timeline and costs. Pawsport handles full compliance.

South Korea is one of the easiest markets for importing dogs from China — especially small breeds like Shih Tzu, Chinese Crested and Pekingese that Korean apartment owners love.

Requirements for importing a dog to Korea

ISO microchip — implanted before rabies vaccination
Rabies vaccination — valid, administered after microchip
Rabies antibody titer test (RNATT) — ≥0.5 IU/mL from an approved lab
Health certificate — issued by official veterinarian within 10 days of travel
Import permit — destination country approval

Timeline

After the titer blood sample is taken, Korea may allow entry once results pass — often faster than Japan. Total preparation typically 2–3 months if started promptly.

Best breeds for Korea

Chinese Crested, Shih Tzu and Pekingese are top sellers — small, apartment-friendly, and differentiated from local Maltese/Poodle markets.

What Pawsport handles

Live video viewing before you reserve
All export paperwork from China
Professional flight-nanny escort to your city
No online card payment — deposit by bank transfer + signed contract