Flying with a Dog from Japan to Australia — Requirements

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Documents

Import Permit
An import permit from DAFF must be obtained before travel. Apply well in advance.
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180-Day Residency in Approved Country
Dog must have lived continuously in an approved Group 2 or Group 3 country (e.g. Japan, Singapore, UK, EU) for at least 180 days before export to Australia. No rabies vaccination is required if this condition is met.
Before 180 days export Official source
Health Certificate
Official government-endorsed health certificate issued by an accredited vet within 10 days before departure.
Before 10 days departure Official source

Microchip

Microchip
Dog must be fitted with an ISO 11784/11785 microchip.
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Quarantine

10-Day Quarantine
All dogs entering Australia must complete 10 days of post-arrival quarantine at the DAFF-approved Mickleham facility. Costs at owner's expense.
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Other Requirements

External Parasite Treatment
Treatment for fleas, ticks, and other external parasites applied within 5 days before departure and recorded on the health certificate.
Before 5 days departure Official source
Internal Parasite Treatment
Treatment for internal parasites (e.g. roundworm) applied before departure and recorded on the health certificate.
Official source

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