Ben's Guide to Taipei and Taiwan

If you are leaving Taiwan, and want to take your pet along, then be prepared for complications and expenses. It is not to be taken lightly, but it can be done. It is your destination that determines how difficult or expensive it will be. You should carefully research the requirements of your destination, before finalizing your plan to bring your pet. Most destinations will require that your pet be implanted with a microchip and receive rabies or other vaccinations. A vet in Taipei with a lot of experience handling export vaccinations and documents is Dr. Yang in Tianmu: Dr. Simon Yang, DVM No. 368, Sec. 6, Zongshan N. Rd. phone: 2871 7621 fax 2876 2039 mobile: 0932 035 130 canine0368@yahoo.com.tw Here is a link with info about checking in pets as excess baggage and it also mentions an export permit. To Australia: You will need to apply in advance for an import permit and pets will be quarantined. Pets from Taiwan will face a minimum 30 day quarantine. The application fees are AUD $280...