Pet Transport from Japan to Indonesia: 2026 Guide
Bringing your dog or cat from Japan to Indonesia takes some coordination, but the requirements are well defined. There is a fair amount of paperwork here, so plan on around 8-14 weeks. Your pet will spend 14 days in quarantine after landing. Map your dates …
The Japan to Indonesia 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: You or Indonesian agent
Responsible: You or agent
Responsible: AQS officer
Responsible: You or agent
Responsible: You + cargo carrier
Responsible: BARANTAN facility
What your pet needs to enter Indonesia
Every item must be verified before your pet can board. We track each one against current standards.
What this route typically costs
Critical points
Pets from rabies-free countries including Japan can ONLY enter Indonesia through Jakarta (Soekarno-Hatta Airport). Bali, Surabaya, and other ports are not approved entry points for pets from rabies-free countries. Confirm your destination is accessible from Jakarta before booking.
A minimum 14-day quarantine at a BARANTAN facility in Jakarta is required. This is non-negotiable. Plan your arrival in Indonesia with the quarantine period factored into your timeline.
The BARANTAN import permit must be obtained before travel. Without it, your pet cannot be cleared at the Jakarta port of entry.
Japan is rabies-free, but the health certificate must explicitly state that the area of origin had no rabies cases in the preceding 4 months. Ensure your AQS certificate contains this statement.
Approved carriers for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals. We book only with carriers that handle live animal cargo correctly.
Indonesia entry requirements at a glance
Getting the details right
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.