USA → Japan · United Airlines
Flying a pet USA to Japan on United Airlines
Verified snapshot for corridor planning. Cabin/cargo numbers from our airline dataset (checked 2026-10-22). Destination summary cites MAFF AQS.
Einreise-Überblick
Japan MAFF/AQS: ISO microchip before rabies; FAVN ≥0.5 IU/ml; typically 180-day wait after qualifying blood draw for non-exempt origins; advance notification.
United Airlines
- Kabinengebühr: All routes: $150 each way
- Untersitz-Transportbox: Hard-sided: 9 x 17.5 x 12 in (22 x 44 x 30 cm); soft-sided: 11 x 18 x 11 in (27 x 45 x 27 cm); max 10 in tall on Boeing 737 MAX
- Gewicht: No weight limit (United states there are no weight or breed limitations; pet must fit the carrier)
- Frachtraum: PetSafe checked-pet program ended. Pets fly in cargo only with certain active-duty military or State Department employees.
- Hinweis Assistenzhund: Therapy and emotional support cats and dogs must fly as pets, not service animals.
- Quellen: Official airline page ↗ · verified 2026-10-22
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FAQ
Cabin vs cargo on United Airlines?
Use the dimensions and weight notes above, then confirm on the airline page. Soft-sided carriers often get more under-seat flex when the airline documents it.
Government paperwork for Japan?
Japan MAFF/AQS: ISO microchip before rabies; FAVN ≥0.5 IU/ml; typically 180-day wait after qualifying blood draw for non-exempt origins; advance notification.
Military PCS or service dog?
See Military PCS and Veterans hub for DOT / CTA / JTR notes.
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