Pet Travel Requirements

Everything you need to know about documents, crates, health checks and breed rules before your pet travels.

Domestic Travel (Within India)

  • Vaccination record – up-to-date rabies & core vaccines (rabies typically given at least 21–30 days before travel).
  • Health / fit-to-fly certificate – issued by a registered vet, usually within 2–5 days of air travel.
  • Owner ID proof – Aadhaar / PAN / Passport copy for booking.
  • IATA-approved crate – for air travel, correctly sized with water bowl.
Pet in IATA approved crate

International Travel (Export from India)

  • ISO 15-digit microchip implanted before rabies vaccination.
  • Rabies vaccination & titer test (RNATT) for rabies-free destinations.
  • Import permit from destination country (where required).
  • Vet health certificate in destination format.
  • AQCS Export NOC from Animal Quarantine, India.

Crate Size Guide

Pet SizeExample BreedsTypical Crate
SmallCats, Pomeranian, ChihuahuaIATA Size 100–200
MediumBeagle, Indie, Cocker SpanielIATA Size 300–400
LargeLabrador, Golden Retriever, GSDIATA Size 500–700
GiantGreat Dane, St. Bernard, MastiffCustom wooden crate

Breed restrictions: Snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds – Pug, Bulldog, Boxer, Shih Tzu, Persian cat – are restricted by many airlines. Road transport is usually the safest choice for them.

FAQs

Most airlines require pets to be at least 8–12 weeks old and vaccinated as per their policy. International destinations often require older age due to rabies vaccination timelines.

Your pet must be able to stand, turn around and lie down naturally. We measure your pet and supply the correct IATA crate.

Rules change frequently by airline and country. Always confirm the latest requirements with our team before travel.