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Asia · MPI.GOVT.NZ
STRICT Last reviewed
MICROCHIP
Required
RABIES VACCINE
Required
QUARANTINE
Up to 10 days
LEAD TIME
180+ days
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Overview

≥10 days MPI-approved facility quarantine. A rabies antibody (titer) test is required: RNATT ≥0.5 IU/ml, entry within 3-24 months after blood draw (new IHS standard from 2026-07-01). Allow at least 180+ days of preparation.

Requirements

Microchip
ISO 11784/11785 mandatory
Rabies vaccine
Valid rabies vaccination
Titer test
RNATT ≥0.5 IU/ml, entry within 3-24 months after blood draw (new IHS standard from 2026-07-01)
Quarantine
≥10 days MPI-approved facility quarantine
Minimum prep time
180+
Estimated cost
$2,000-4,000+

Official source

https://www.mpi.govt.nz/bring-send-to-nz/pets-travelling-to-nz/

AT A GLANCE

RegionAsia
DifficultySTRICT
Lead time180+ days
QuarantineUp to 10 days
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