Lead time needed
16-20 weeks
Quarantine
10 days
Route complexity
High
Airlines
3 carriers on this route
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Pet Transport Brazil to South Korea: 2026 Guide

Bringing your dog or cat from Brazil to South Korea takes some coordination, but the requirements are well defined. Expect around 16-20 weeks of lead time to line up the documents and the fixed waiting periods. Your pet will spend 10 days in quarantine after …

In short: Preparing to move a pet from Brazil to South Korea typically takes around 16-20 weeks. Expect 10 days of quarantine on arrival.
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Step by step

The Brazil to South Korea import process

Every step must be completed in sequence. A single missed deadline can add months to your timeline. We own the entire process.

1
Start of process
Microchip implanted

Responsible: Accredited Brazilian vet

2
After microchip
Rabies vaccination

Responsible: Accredited Brazilian vet

3
30+ days after vaccination
FAVN titre test blood draw

Responsible: Accredited Brazilian vet, approved laboratory

4
Before booking final travel date
Advance QIAS notification submitted

Responsible: Pet transport agent or owner

5
Within 10 days of travel
MAPA health certificate issued and endorsed

Responsible: MAPA-authorised vet

6
On arrival
QIAS quarantine on arrival at Incheon (5-10 days)

Responsible: QIAS facility, Incheon International Airport

Requirements

What your pet needs to enter South Korea

Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.

Microchip
ISO 11784/11785 microchip required
Rabies vaccination
Valid rabies vaccination required
Rabies titre test
FAVN titre test required (Brazil is not rabies-free); minimum 0.5 IU/ml from an …
Quarantine
QIAS inspection and quarantine on arrival at Incheon: 5-10 days for pets from …
Import permit
Advance notification to QIAS (Quarantine Inspection and Animal Statistics) …
Health certificate
Korean-format health certificate signed by accredited vet and endorsed by MAPA
Export permit
Issued alongside health certificate by MAPA-registered vet
Costs

What this route typically costs

FAVN titre test at approved Brazilian lab: USD 80-150
MAPA health certificate and endorsement: USD 100-250
Cargo GRU to ICN: USD 1,500-3,500
QIAS quarantine facility fees on arrival (5-10 days): varies, …
IATA-approved travel crate: USD 100-400

Critical points

Brazil is not rabies-free, so QIAS quarantine on arrival is unavoidable for pets from Brazil. Budget for this both in time and cost.

The QIAS quarantine period is 5-10 days at Incheon for rabies-endemic origin countries.

South Korea has breed restrictions; confirm your dog's breed is permitted before starting the process.

MAPA health certificate must match the Korean-format requirements exactly; use a vet familiar with Korean import rules.

Airlines

Approved carriers for this route

Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.

Korean Air Cargo
GRU to ICN connections available via Korean Air Cargo; experienced with QIAS documentation …
Cargo Only
LATAM Airlines
GRU to hub connections with onward Korea routing via partner cargo airlines
Cargo Only
Asiana Cargo
Seoul Incheon connections available via Asiana with QIAS-familiar cargo handling
Cargo Only

What South Korea requires

The requirements for South Korea are thorough rather than difficult. Work through them methodically and confirm anything you are unsure about with the official source.

Avoiding the common mistakes

Microchip before you vaccinate. The microchip must be in place before the rabies shot for the vaccination to count, and getting this order wrong is the most common and costly mistake.

Use an official, government-authorised vet for the health certificate, not just your usual clinic. Many destinations only accept certificates signed by an approved vet.

If this is your first international move, consider an IPATA-registered pet transport agent. They handle the documents, airline booking and crate sizing, and can troubleshoot problems.

Get your pet used to the travel crate weeks in advance. A calm, crate-familiar animal travels far better than one meeting the crate for the first time at the airport.

FAQ

Common questions

For pets from rabies-endemic countries including Brazil, QIAS requires a minimum inspection period on arrival. The duration can be at the shorter end of the range if all documentation is in order, but it cannot be fully waived. Budget for at least 5 days.
Your pet travels as manifest cargo, so they are booked on a cargo service which may or may not operate on the same day as your passenger flight. Many owners choose to send their pet a day ahead or arrange for the pet to arrive shortly before or after. Coordinate timing with your transport agent.
South Korea restricts certain aggressive breeds. The list is updated by QIAS and includes some bully and large guardian types. Check the current QIAS restricted breed list before starting the process; your transport agent can advise on whether your specific breed or mix raises any concerns.
QIAS South Korea requires the FAVN (fluorescent antibody virus neutralisation) test for pets from non-rabies-free countries. It must be conducted at an approved laboratory. Other titre test types are not accepted as equivalent.
Advance notification to QIAS is submitted via the official Korean government quarantine registration system. Your pet transport agent in South Korea typically handles this. The notification should include your pet’s microchip number, vaccination and titre test records, arrival flight details, and your contact information.
Airline guides
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  • LATAM Airlines
  • Asiana Cargo
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BR KRBrazil to South Korea
International pet transport route
Lead time16-20 weeks
Quarantine10 days
ComplexityHigh
Airlines3
ServiceDoor to door
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