Top spots Hong Kong people choose
Australia for lifestyle, US for opportunities, UK/Canada for family—pets come along more often now.
Australia in 2026: Strict but clear
Long prep needed: 6+ months. Start with the microchip, rabies vaccine, RNAT test, then import permit plus biosecurity approval. Quarantine runs 10+ days on arrival, cargo flights and IATA crate are mandatory. In Hong Kong we usually call this full relocation process 寵物移民, and in 2026 the timelines still range from 1.5 months for easier countries to 7+ for places like Australia.
US route: Faster for most
Continental US low-risk.
- Health cert endorsed by AFCD.
- Rabies vaccine is current.
- USDA-style rules if needed. Usually, no quarantine—pets arrive the same day.
Other popular ones
- UK: No quarantine often, tapeworm for dogs.
- Canada: Similar to US, province checks.
- EU/Singapore/Japan: Vary—some need RNAT, permits.
General timeline tips
Start 3–7 months ahead. Get the chip/vaccines first. AFCD export cert close to flight. Book quarantine where required early—spots fill.
What to prepare
- Crate training (test size/comfort).
- Direct routes minimize layovers.
- Health checks for breed restrictions (flat-faced pets).
Avoid these headaches
Late blood tests, mismatched docs, or ignoring airline breed rules. One owner delayed Australia’s move over permit timing.
For up-to-date steps on 寵物移民, especially with policy tweaks, it keeps you ahead. Your pet joins the new life smoothly. Safe travels!