Being the second over overseas office established by the Ministry of Agriculture on 22nd September, 2023, the Agricultural Division seeks to build a communication and exchange platform between the EU and Taiwan for further promoting the bilateral agricultural & fishery trade, science and technology cooperation, and farmers and researchers exchange as well as the development of agricultural industry and government policies.
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Agency (APHIA) is responsible for quarantine services, and prevention and control of important animal and plant diseases and pests. APHIA is keen to safeguard and ensure the quality and sanitation of all imported agricultural products into Taiwan, promote the development of Taiwan’s agriculture, protect natural resources, and safeguard the health of the Taiwanese people.
Any passengers carrying animal- or plant-related products should consult the relevant quarantine regulations of APHIA before departing from other countries and honestly apply for quarantine when entering Taiwan to avoid penalties.
For the sake of the safety of national agricultural and animal industry, please do not carry animals, plants and the related products with you to enter our territory at will. If it is necessary to carry them, please consult relevant quarantine regulations in advance and honestly declare quarantine to Customs or the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Agency upon your entrance. As to those who are found and fail to make the declaration voluntarily, they will be sentenced to maximum imprisonment for not more than 7 years; in addition thereto, a fine of not more than NT$ 3,000,000 may be imposed.
For further information:
1. Quarantine Requirements for the Importation of Dogs and Cats
2. Quarantine for Animals and Animal Products
3. Quarantine for Plants and Plant Products
