Bringing a dog or cat to India in 2026 falls into the moderate category for international pet travel. India is in Asia. India does not routinely quarantine pets that arrive with complete paperwork. A rabies titer (FAVN/RNATT) test is mandatory, with a 90-day waiting period between the blood draw and arrival.
Reviewed by Clifford Wilson, Founder of ClearToFly.pet. Compiled from official government and airline documentation. Last reviewed 2026-04-13.
Beyond rabies, India requires or recommends these vaccinations:
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
No quarantine required if all documents are in order and the pet is healthy on arrival. A No Objection Certificate (NOC) must be obtained from the Animal Quarantine and Certification Services (AQCS) before travel. Rabies titer test must show adequate antibody levels (minimum 0.5 IU/ml). Health certificate must be issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the government veterinary authority of the origin country. Only dogs and cats are permitted as pet imports.
Use the ClearToFly Trip Planner to build a personalized checklist with exact deadlines for your route into India. Compare carriers that fly your route on the airline pet policy directory, or get expert eyes on your paperwork with a Route Review.
Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the India veterinary authority. We also recommend cross-referencing the USDA APHIS Pet Travel database for U.S.-origin pets.
Data last verified 2026-04-13 from National Authority. Country code: IN.