These are the requirements for entering South Korea with a dog, based on a departure from Germany/the EU. Requirements can change — always confirm with the relevant authority before you travel.
Quarantine notification to APQA on arrival; 10+ animals need advance approval
ISO 11784/11785 microchip (15-digit, non-encrypted), BEFORE the rabies vaccination
Yes – from 90 days; inactivated vaccine; at least 30 days before entry
Official health certificate in APQA format with chip number, vaccination and titer results (~10 days)
No import ban; 5 "fighting dogs" with owner conditions: American Pit Bull, American Staffordshire, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Tosa + crosses
Listed breeds: muzzle/leash obligation in public
Not required – Germany is on the APQA list of rabies-free countries (as of 2024-01-04)
No additional standard tests
No general requirement in the APQA conditions — verify locally
Release at ICN with complete documentation; otherwise quarantine (~10 days)
Mandatory dog registration (from 2 months) for owners resident in Korea
Germany is on the APQA rabies-free list (as of 2024-01-04) → no rabies titer needed; the list can change on outbreaks → re-verify before travel. The microchip must precede the rabies vaccination.
Quarantine notification on arrival (ICN); IATA crate; owner bears costs (titer/chip/certificate/any quarantine); no official fee schedule
Authority: APQA (Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency)
Check your specific route & airlines →For informational purposes only. Regulations change frequently — verify with the relevant authorities before travel.