{"id":50834,"date":"2026-03-18T09:20:56","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T01:20:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bcpets.com.hk\/shop\/whats-new\/a-complete-guide-to-applying-for-and-renewing-a-hong-kong-dog-licence\/"},"modified":"2026-08-29T11:08:12","modified_gmt":"2026-08-29T03:08:12","slug":"a-complete-guide-to-applying-for-and-renewing-a-hong-kong-dog-licence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bcpets.com.hk\/shop\/en\/pet-encyclopedia\/a-complete-guide-to-applying-for-and-renewing-a-hong-kong-dog-licence\/","title":{"rendered":"A Complete Guide to Applying for and Renewing a Hong Kong Dog Licence"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hong Kong dog licences are issued by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD). All dogs aged 3 months can be vaccinated, microchipped and licensed, and the first application must be completed before they turn 5 months old; the licence is valid for 3 years.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bcpets.com.hk\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HKavid-1024x572.png\" alt=\"A Complete Guide to Applying for and Renewing a Hong Kong Dog Licence\" class=\"wp-image-38985\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bcpets.com.hk\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HKavid-1024x572.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bcpets.com.hk\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HKavid-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bcpets.com.hk\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HKavid-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bcpets.com.hk\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HKavid-433x242.png 433w, https:\/\/www.bcpets.com.hk\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HKavid-64x36.png 64w, https:\/\/www.bcpets.com.hk\/shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/HKavid.png 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dog Licence Application Process<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From 3 months of age a dog can be given the rabies vaccination, implanted with a microchip and licensed, and this must be done before it turns 5 months old. No appointment is needed \u2014 you can attend an AFCD district Animal Management Centre, a vaccination and licensing station, a private veterinary clinic or an SPCA centre.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Steps at a glance<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bring your dog and the required documents to the service location in person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have the vaccination given on-site (first-time or renewal) and the microchip implanted (first-time).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After paying the $80 fee (AFCD service), collect the dog licence on the spot or by post.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you apply online, bring your dog to a centre for verification within 14 days, providing the application reference number.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Service locations<\/strong> (Animal Management Centres across Hong Kong, open on Sundays and public holidays):<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New Territories North\uff1a\u4e0a\u6c34\u77f3\u6e56\u589f\u99ac\u6703\u905313\u865f\uff082672 4563\uff09<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Territories South\uff1a\u6c99\u7530\u591a\u77f3\u5f9111\u865f\uff082691 2269\uff09<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kowloon\uff1a\u555f\u5fb7\u627f\u4f51\u885716\u865f\uff082362 6988\uff09<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hong Kong Island\uff1a\u57df\u591a\u5229\u9053688\u865f\uff082550 9211\uff09<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Required Documents Checklist<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bring the following documents and your dog when applying for the first time or renewing:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Document Type<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Description<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Notes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Dog owner&#8217;s HKID card<\/td><td>Original and photocopy<\/td><td>Agents require an authorisation letter and the agent&#8217;s HKID card<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$80 cash<\/td><td>Fee per dog licence<\/td><td>AFCD service; private vets charged separately<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Old dog licence<\/td><td>Bring when renewing<\/td><td>A replacement is required if lost<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Authorisation letter<\/td><td>Used when applying via an agent<\/td><td>Signed by the dog owner, with a copy of the HKID card attached<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Transfer documents<\/td><td>When a dog changes ownership<\/td><td>Form A\/B or a letter stating the microchip number<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Form downloads<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pets.gov.hk\/tc_chi\/forms\/dog_licence_checklist.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dog Licence Application Checklist PDF<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pets.gov.hk\/tc_chi\/forms\/licensing\/FormA_FormB.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Change of Keeper Form A\/B<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Renewal Timeline and Fees<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A dog licence is valid for 3 years; renew it by re-vaccinating before it expires. If the dog is already microchipped, no re-implantation is needed for renewal. You must notify the AFCD in writing within 5 days of moving home or transferring ownership.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fee schedule<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Type<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Fee<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Notes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>AFCD service (includes vaccination + microchip + licence)<\/td><td>$80\/dog<\/td><td>First-time or renewal; private vets charged separately<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Replacing a valid dog licence<\/td><td>$82<\/td><td>Apply with your original HKID card<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Late-renewal fine<\/td><td>Up to $10,000<\/td><td>Not licensed after 5 months of age<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1: How old must a dog be to apply for a dog licence?<\/strong><br\/>A: At 3 months old it can be vaccinated and licensed, and this must be completed before it turns 5 months old, otherwise there is a $10,000 fine.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q2: Can a sick dog be vaccinated?<\/strong><br\/>A: It is advisable to consult a registered vet first; if the dog is pregnant or on medication, its health condition needs to be assessed.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q3: How do I replace a lost dog licence?<\/strong><br\/>A: For a valid licence, bring your HKID card to the original licensing centre to obtain a replacement for $82; if it has expired, you renew it (vaccination included).<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q4: What do I do if my dog changes ownership or I move home?<\/strong><br\/>A: Notify in writing within 5 days, providing the microchip number and a copy of your HKID card; for a transfer, both the old and new keepers must sign the back of the dog licence.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q5: Can a licence be jointly registered or held in a company&#8217;s name?<\/strong><br\/>A: No \u2014 it is limited to one individual holding an HKID card.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q6: How do I use the electronic dog licence?<\/strong><br\/>A: Log in via iAM Smart to view it on the AFCD Animal Management webpage; no extra application is needed, and it can replace the paper copy.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Official Resources and Downloads<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>AFCD dog licence page<\/strong>\uff1a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pets.gov.hk\/tc_chi\/proper_care_of_pets\/dogs\/dog_licence.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.pets.gov.hk\/tc_chi\/proper_care_of_pets\/dogs\/dog_licence.html<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Animal Management Centre addresses<\/strong>\uff1a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pets.gov.hk\/tc_chi\/about_us\/contact_us.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Details of all centres<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chatbot Genie<\/strong>: answers common dog-licence questions and supports both English and Traditional\/Simplified Chinese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enquiry hotline<\/strong>: 1823 or the phone number of each centre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hong Kong dog licences are issued by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD). 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