Pet Transport from South Korea to Malaysia
The key variable on this route is Malaysia's DVS classification of South Korea. If South Korea is a non-scheduled country for DVS purposes, the full FAVN titre test pathway applies: 3-month wait, 14+ days quarantine and dual permits. If DVS …
The South Korea to Malaysia pet import process
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What your pet needs to enter Malaysia
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What this route typically costs
Critical points to read before you book
The most important first step is confirming with DVS Malaysia whether South Korea is classified as a scheduled or non-scheduled country. This determines whether the 90-day titre test wait is required and shapes the entire timeline.
Do not assume the titre test is waived for South Korea. DVS classification lists can change. Confirm the current position before beginning.
Malaysia updated its quarantine period in December 2024. Minimum quarantine is now 14 days. Confirm this is still current before booking.
Both DVS pre-approval and MAQIS import permit must be in hand before travel. Arriving without permits leads to detention.
Malaysia's breed bans are enforced at KLIA. Check whether your breed is on the restricted list before committing to this route.
Carriers approved for this route
Not all airlines accept live animals on this route. We know which carriers to use and how to book.
Why DVS classification matters on this route
Malaysia’s Department of Veterinary Services divides origin countries by disease risk. ‘Scheduled countries’ face lighter requirements for entry; non-scheduled countries must go through the FAVN titre test with a 90-day wait before entry. South Korea is not a rabies-free country (it has low but not zero rabies incidence), which means it may or may not be on the scheduled list.
Call or email DVS Malaysia directly, or use a Malaysian pet relocation agent, to confirm South Korea’s current status on the DVS classification list. This is the single most important piece of information for planning this move, because it determines whether you are looking at 8 weeks or 24 weeks of preparation time.
If the titre test applies, the 90-day wait is firm and begins from the date of a successful test result. If the result fails (below 0.5 IU/ml), the vaccination protocol restarts and the wait resets. Get this answer before committing to a travel date.
DVS pre-approval, MAQIS permit and quarantine at KLIA
Whether or not a titre test is required, the two permits for Malaysian entry remain the same: DVS pre-approval and a MAQIS import permit. Both must be obtained before the pet is shipped from Seoul.
On arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), the pet goes to the DVS government quarantine station. As of December 2024, the minimum quarantine period is 14 days. The quarantine cost is approximately RM 400-800 for the standard 14-day period.
Working with a Malaysian pet relocation agent from the start of the process means you have someone at the KLIA end who can liaise with DVS and the quarantine station, help manage permit submissions and keep you informed of any changes to regulations.
Airlines from Seoul to Kuala Lumpur
Korean Air and Asiana Airlines both operate direct services from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA/KUL). Korean Air’s cargo service has strong live animal handling procedures across its network. Asiana’s cargo division is also established on this corridor.
Korean Air allows small pets in the cabin on some international routes (under 7 kg including carrier). Confirm whether this applies to the ICN-KUL route specifically on your travel dates. For medium and large dogs, hold cargo is standard. Book cargo space four to six weeks ahead.
Malaysia Airlines also serves this route from KLIA, which means MASKargo is available if you prefer to arrange the cargo from the Malaysian end. Any of the three carriers provides direct routing, which is preferable to connections for live animal cargo.
Common questions about South Korea to Malaysia pet transport
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