Pet Transport Hong Kong to Germany: 2026 Guide
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The journey from Hong Kong to Germany for a pet is straightforward to plan once the key dates are mapped out. This is a middle of the road route, and about 4-6 weeks of preparation usually covers it. Compliant pets are not held in quarantine on arrival.
No rabies titre test is required. Work through the steps below in order and you will arrive in good shape.
The Hong Kong to Germany process
Responsible: Vet in Hong Kong
Responsible: Vet in Hong Kong
Responsible: Owner or agent
Responsible: AFCD-registered vet plus AFCD endorsement
Responsible: Airline cargo and German customs
Germany: entry requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Microchip | ISO 11784/11785 microchip required. Must predate the rabies vaccination. |
| Rabies vaccination | Valid rabies vaccination required. 21-day wait after primary vaccination. |
| Rabies titre test | Not required. Hong Kong is on the EU's listed third countries schedule under EU Regulation 576/2013. Source: food.ec.europa.eu, 2026. |
| Quarantine | No quarantine for compliant pets. German customs (Zoll) inspects at Frankfurt (FRA). |
| Import permit | No import permit required. AFCD-endorsed EU-format health certificate is the required document. |
| Health certificate | EU-format certificate endorsed by AFCD, issued within 10 days of travel. |
Export requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Export permit | No formal export permit required for companion animals from Hong Kong beyond the AFCD health certificate. Primary departure airport: Hong Kong International (HKG). |
| Health certificate | Official veterinary health certificate issued by an AFCD-registered vet and endorsed by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD). EU-format required. Issued within 10 days of travel. |
What this route typically costs
| 1 | AFCD health certificate and endorsement: HKD 500-1,500 (approximately EUR 60-190) |
| 2 | IATA-compliant crate: EUR 80-250 if needed |
| 3 | Cargo HKG to FRA (Cathay Pacific or Lufthansa direct): EUR 700-1,800 depending on crate size |
| 4 | Pet transport agent (optional): EUR 150-400 |
| 5 | Total typical range: EUR 1,040-2,640 |
Read before you book
Airlines on this route
The rules for bringing a pet into Germany
How to keep this move on track
Ask about temperature embargoes for your travel window. Summer and winter cargo restrictions can rule out certain routes and dates entirely.
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.
Common questions
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