How to Bring a Puppy from Korea to Thailand✈️
🇰🇷✈️🇹🇭 How to Bring a Puppy from Korea to Thailand: Step-by-Step Guide (2025 Update)
Bringing your new puppy from Korea to Thailand is an exciting journey!
At Kim’s Pups, we’ve helped many families in Bangkok, Phuket, and Chiang Mai welcome their furry babies safely.
Here’s a complete, easy-to-follow guide on how the process works — from preparation to arrival.
🩺 1. Health Check & Basic Vaccinations
Before traveling abroad, your puppy must be healthy and receive basic required vaccinations.
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Minimum age: 3 months or older
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Vaccinations: Core puppy shots such as DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza)
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The licensed veterinarian will issue an official health certificate in English confirming your puppy is fit to travel.
🧬 2. Microchip Implantation
All puppies exported to Thailand must have a 15-digit ISO standard microchip.
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The chip number will appear on all export documents.
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Make sure it can be read by standard scanners used in Thai customs.
🏛️ 3. Export Health Certificate (AQS Certificate)
Issued by the Korean Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (AQS).
This is one of the most important documents for pet export.
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Apply within 10 days before flight departure.
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Required documents:
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Pet owner’s passport copy
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Veterinary health certificate
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Microchip information
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Flight reservation confirmation
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Once approved, AQS issues the Export Health Certificate for Thailand.
🛫 4. Booking the Flight
You can choose between in-cabin or cargo travel, depending on your puppy’s size and airline policy.
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In-cabin: For puppies under 7 kg including the carrier (Korean Air, Asiana, Air Premia are common options)
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Cargo: For multiple puppies or larger breeds — handled by our logistics partners for comfort and safety.
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Always check airline pet policies before confirming your ticket, as each airline has slightly different requirements.
🐾 5. Arrival in Thailand
When your puppy arrives at Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok):
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Thai Animal Quarantine officers will verify the Export Health Certificate and microchip.
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Once cleared, the puppy can be released to the new family, usually within 2–3 hours after landing.
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Puppies travel in temperature-controlled cargo or in-cabin conditions to ensure safety and comfort.
❤️ 6. After Arrival: Adjustment & Care
Thailand’s warm, humid climate can be new for Korean-bred puppies, so:
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Keep your puppy cool and hydrated.
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Avoid long outdoor walks in the daytime heat.
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Maintain a balanced feeding schedule and routine for faster adjustment.
💬 Final Tips from Kim’s Pups
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Prepare your documents at least 2–3 weeks in advance.
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Double-check airline policies close to departure.
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Ask for help from an experienced export breeder or logistics agent if it’s your first time.
Your puppy’s journey from Korea to Thailand can be smooth, safe, and joyful — as long as every step is prepared carefully.
At Kim’s Pups, we make sure every little traveler arrives happy and healthy, ready to start their new life in Thailand. 🐶✨
