Pet Transport from Japan to Denmark
Shipping a dog or cat from Japan to Denmark rewards owners who start planning early. Expect about 4-8 weeks. Nothing here is unusually complex, but the deadlines matter. There is no routine quarantine, provided the paperwork is in order. This route does not …
The Japan to Denmark import process
Every step must be completed in sequence. A single missed deadline can add months to your timeline. We own the entire process.
Responsible: Vet in Japan
Responsible: Vet in Japan
Responsible: Owner or agent
Responsible: AQS-registered vet and AQS
Responsible: Owner or freight forwarder
What your pet needs to enter Denmark
Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.
What this route typically costs
Critical points
The AQS examination must occur at a designated Animal Quarantine Station, not at a standard vet clinic. Book in advance as appointment slots fill quickly.
The health certificate is valid for 10 days from the AQS issue date. Time your appointment carefully relative to your Denmark arrival date.
Denmark bans 13 breed types. Verify your dog's breed is permitted before booking cargo.
Approved carriers for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.
What Denmark requires
Avoiding the common mistakes
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.