Customs & Packing
Live animals need advance procedures; do not bring live insects
Live animals such as dogs and cats require advance procedures. Do not bring harmful organisms or live insects.
Travel question: Bringing live animals, pets or insects into Taiwan
Requirements for animals vary by species and origin and may include permits, identification, vaccines, tests and arrival quarantine. APHIA lists live insects such as beetles among items travelers must not bring.
Why is this rule in place?
Controls prevent disease and invasive species.
What should travelers do?
Ask APHIA and the airline before booking and allow enough time. Do not pack live insects; ask APHIA in advance about any organism you cannot identify.
Examples & Details
Dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, insects, ornamental animals
Official Source Authority
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