{
  "dataset": "thepetpedia-pet-travel-rules",
  "version": "2026.10.20",
  "generated": "2026-10-20",
  "license": "Free for personal and non-commercial use with attribution to ThePetPedia (thepetpedia.com). Commercial use, bulk access, change alerts and history need a licence: contact@thepetpedia.com.",
  "attribution": "Data: ThePetPedia (https://thepetpedia.com)",
  "data": [
    {
      "id": "us-high-risk",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-usa",
      "subjectName": "India to the United States",
      "title": "India counts as a high-risk country",
      "detail": "Dogs that have been in a high-risk country for dog rabies in the 6 months before arrival must meet the high-risk requirements.",
      "species": "dog",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "cdcHighRisk",
          "publisher": "CDC",
          "url": "https://www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/high-risk-countries.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-usa/#us-high-risk"
    },
    {
      "id": "us-age",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-usa",
      "subjectName": "India to the United States",
      "title": "Minimum age 6 months at entry",
      "detail": "The first rabies vaccine must be given at or after 12 weeks (84 days) of age. Vaccines given earlier are not accepted.",
      "species": "dog",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "cdcForeignVaccinated",
          "publisher": "US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)",
          "url": "https://www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/foreign-vaccinated-high-risk-countries.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-usa/#us-age"
    },
    {
      "id": "us-chip",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-usa",
      "subjectName": "India to the United States",
      "title": "Microchip before the rabies vaccine",
      "detail": "The chip must be readable by a universal scanner and implanted before the rabies vaccine, or the vaccine does not count. The chip number must appear on every form.",
      "species": "dog",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "cdcForeignVaccinated",
          "publisher": "US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)",
          "url": "https://www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/foreign-vaccinated-high-risk-countries.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-usa/#us-chip"
    },
    {
      "id": "us-titer",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-usa",
      "subjectName": "India to the United States",
      "title": "Rabies titer at a CDC-approved lab",
      "detail": "Blood drawn at least 30 days after the first valid rabies vaccine and at least 28 days before entry. A passing titer stays valid while vaccination does not lapse. Without a valid titer, the dog is quarantined for 28 days at the animal care facility.",
      "species": "dog",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "cdcForeignVaccinated",
          "publisher": "US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)",
          "url": "https://www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/foreign-vaccinated-high-risk-countries.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-usa/#us-titer"
    },
    {
      "id": "us-form",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-usa",
      "subjectName": "India to the United States",
      "title": "CDC Dog Import Form (free, online)",
      "detail": "One form per dog. The emailed receipt is valid for one entry on the stated date and airport; change either and you must file a new form. Dogs under 1 year need a photo taken within 15 days before travel.",
      "species": "dog",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "cdcForeignVaccinated",
          "publisher": "US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)",
          "url": "https://www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/foreign-vaccinated-high-risk-countries.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-usa/#us-form"
    },
    {
      "id": "us-cert",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-usa",
      "subjectName": "India to the United States",
      "title": "Certification of Foreign Rabies Vaccination and Microchip",
      "detail": "Completed by your vet and endorsed by an official government veterinarian in India, no more than 30 days before travel. Single use; carry the printed copy.",
      "species": "dog",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "cdcForeignVaccinated",
          "publisher": "US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)",
          "url": "https://www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/foreign-vaccinated-high-risk-countries.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-usa/#us-cert"
    },
    {
      "id": "us-acf",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-usa",
      "subjectName": "India to the United States",
      "title": "Reserve a CDC-registered animal care facility",
      "detail": "Book before travel. The dog must land at that facility's airport (ATL, DFW, LAX, MIA, JFK, PHL, SEA cargo-only, or IAD as of 1 Sep 2026) and is examined and revaccinated there at your cost.",
      "species": "dog",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "cdcForeignVaccinated",
          "publisher": "US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)",
          "url": "https://www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/foreign-vaccinated-high-risk-countries.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        },
        {
          "id": "cdcAcf",
          "publisher": "CDC",
          "url": "https://www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/approved-care-facilities.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-usa/#us-acf"
    },
    {
      "id": "us-cats",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-usa",
      "subjectName": "India to the United States",
      "title": "Cats: no CDC rabies proof required",
      "detail": "Cats must appear healthy on arrival. Some US states and airlines require a health certificate; Hawaii and Guam quarantine all arriving cats.",
      "species": "cat",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "cdcCats",
          "publisher": "CDC",
          "url": "https://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/cats.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-usa/#us-cats"
    },
    {
      "id": "us-airline",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-usa",
      "subjectName": "India to the United States",
      "title": "Air India does not carry pets in cabin or as checked baggage to the USA",
      "detail": "Air India lists the USA among routes not served for cabin or checked-baggage pets. Ask a relocation agent about cargo options on your route.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "airIndiaPets",
          "publisher": "Air India",
          "url": "https://www.airindia.com/in/en/travel-information/travelling-with-pets.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-usa/#us-airline"
    },
    {
      "id": "uk-unlisted",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-uk",
      "subjectName": "India to the United Kingdom",
      "title": "India is an unlisted country",
      "detail": "Unlisted-country rules apply: microchip, rabies vaccine, blood test, 3-month wait, approved route, health certificate.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": "India's unlisted status is stated by Zoovet Travel citing APHA (verified 25 Jun 2026). The GOV.UK page we read links to the country list but does not name India on the same page.",
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "zoovetUk",
          "publisher": "Zoovet Travel (cites APHA, verified 25 Jun 2026)",
          "url": "https://zoovettravel.com/atlas/reino-unido-en.html",
          "type": "secondary",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        },
        {
          "id": "govukBloodTest",
          "publisher": "GOV.UK",
          "url": "https://www.gov.uk/bring-pet-to-great-britain/rabies-blood-tests",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-uk/#uk-unlisted"
    },
    {
      "id": "uk-chip",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-uk",
      "subjectName": "India to the United Kingdom",
      "title": "Microchip before the rabies vaccine",
      "detail": "Pets must be microchipped before the rabies vaccination.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "govukBring",
          "publisher": "GOV.UK",
          "url": "https://www.gov.uk/bring-pet-to-great-britain",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-uk/#uk-chip"
    },
    {
      "id": "uk-vaccine-wait",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-uk",
      "subjectName": "India to the United Kingdom",
      "title": "Wait at least 21 days after the first rabies vaccine",
      "detail": "At least 21 full days after the first vaccination, or the last of the first course.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "govukBring",
          "publisher": "GOV.UK",
          "url": "https://www.gov.uk/bring-pet-to-great-britain",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-uk/#uk-vaccine-wait"
    },
    {
      "id": "uk-blood",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-uk",
      "subjectName": "India to the United Kingdom",
      "title": "Rabies blood test, then a 3-month wait",
      "detail": "Blood sample at least 30 days after vaccination, sent to an EU-approved lab; result must be at least 0.5 IU/ml. You then wait 3 months from the sample date before entering Great Britain. The result stays valid while rabies boosters are kept up to date.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "govukBloodTest",
          "publisher": "GOV.UK",
          "url": "https://www.gov.uk/bring-pet-to-great-britain/rabies-blood-tests",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-uk/#uk-blood"
    },
    {
      "id": "uk-tapeworm",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-uk",
      "subjectName": "India to the United Kingdom",
      "title": "Dogs: tapeworm treatment 24 hours to 5 days before arrival",
      "detail": "Not needed for cats.",
      "species": "dog",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "govukBring",
          "publisher": "GOV.UK",
          "url": "https://www.gov.uk/bring-pet-to-great-britain",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-uk/#uk-tapeworm"
    },
    {
      "id": "uk-route",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-uk",
      "subjectName": "India to the United Kingdom",
      "title": "Approved route and travel document",
      "detail": "Use an approved route and carry the travel document your vet issues for your departure country. If rules are not met, the pet can be quarantined for up to 4 months at your cost.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "govukBring",
          "publisher": "GOV.UK",
          "url": "https://www.gov.uk/bring-pet-to-great-britain",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-uk/#uk-route"
    },
    {
      "id": "uk-airline",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-uk",
      "subjectName": "India to the United Kingdom",
      "title": "Air India: cargo only, Heathrow or Gatwick",
      "detail": "Cabin travel to the UK is not allowed. Pets travel as cargo to LHR and LGW; Birmingham is not available.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "airIndiaPets",
          "publisher": "Air India",
          "url": "https://www.airindia.com/in/en/travel-information/travelling-with-pets.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-uk/#uk-airline"
    },
    {
      "id": "au-no-direct",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-australia",
      "subjectName": "India to Australia",
      "title": "No direct import from non-approved countries",
      "detail": "Cats and dogs cannot be directly imported from a non-approved country. India is not on Group 1, 2 or 3.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "daffApproved",
          "publisher": "Australian Government, Department of Agriculture (DAFF)",
          "url": "https://www.agriculture.gov.au/node/6893",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-australia/#au-no-direct"
    },
    {
      "id": "au-group3",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-australia",
      "subjectName": "India to Australia",
      "title": "Group 3 approved countries include the UK, Canada and the US (excluding Guam and Hawaii)",
      "detail": "Most of Europe is also Group 3. Pets usually relocate to one of these first.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "daffApproved",
          "publisher": "Australian Government, Department of Agriculture (DAFF)",
          "url": "https://www.agriculture.gov.au/node/6893",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-australia/#au-group3"
    },
    {
      "id": "au-180",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-australia",
      "subjectName": "India to Australia",
      "title": "180-day wait from the RNATT for Group 3 exports",
      "detail": "The waiting period runs from the date the lab receives the RNATT sample. An RNATT is valid for 12 months from sampling. A government-approved vet must do the pre-export preparation, and the pet must be microchipped before it starts.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "daffApproved",
          "publisher": "Australian Government, Department of Agriculture (DAFF)",
          "url": "https://www.agriculture.gov.au/node/6893",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-australia/#au-180"
    },
    {
      "id": "au-airline",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "india-to-australia",
      "subjectName": "India to Australia",
      "title": "Air India does not carry cabin or checked-baggage pets to Australia",
      "detail": "Listed among routes not served for cabin or checked pets.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "airIndiaPets",
          "publisher": "Air India",
          "url": "https://www.airindia.com/in/en/travel-information/travelling-with-pets.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/india-to-australia/#au-airline"
    },
    {
      "id": "in-limit",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "to-india",
      "subjectName": "Bringing a pet into India",
      "title": "Up to two pets per passenger",
      "detail": "Dogs and cats only. More than two needs an import sanitary permit from DAHD or a DGFT licence.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "indiaConsulateAtlanta",
          "publisher": "Consulate General of India, Atlanta",
          "url": "https://indiainatlanta.gov.in/eoial_pages/Mjk5",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/to-india/#in-limit"
    },
    {
      "id": "in-eligibility",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "to-india",
      "subjectName": "Bringing a pet into India",
      "title": "Eligibility: transfer of residence, re-import, or DGFT licence",
      "detail": "Transfer of residence needs proof of two years' stay abroad and proof of visa cancellation or relocation. Re-import needs the earlier export health certificate issued by AQCS India. A short stay needs a valid DGFT licence.",
      "species": "dog",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": "The SOP we read covers dogs. We expect the same pathways for cats but have not confirmed it.",
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "aqcsSop",
          "publisher": "Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India",
          "url": "https://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/india-dogs-guidance.pdf",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/to-india/#in-eligibility"
    },
    {
      "id": "in-noc",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "to-india",
      "subjectName": "Bringing a pet into India",
      "title": "Advance NOC from AQCS before you fly",
      "detail": "Apply with the health certificate and documents. AQCS issues the advance NOC within about 1 working day. The airline will not carry the dog without it. The final NOC is issued at the port of entry after examination.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "conflicting",
      "note": "Lead time differs: the AQCS SOP says at least 7 days (7 working days in its annexure), the Consulate in Atlanta says at least 15 days. We recommend applying 15+ days ahead.",
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "aqcsSop",
          "publisher": "Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India",
          "url": "https://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/india-dogs-guidance.pdf",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        },
        {
          "id": "indiaConsulateAtlanta",
          "publisher": "Consulate General of India, Atlanta",
          "url": "https://indiainatlanta.gov.in/eoial_pages/Mjk5",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        },
        {
          "id": "dahdOm2025",
          "publisher": "India Sea Trade News",
          "url": "https://indiaseatradenews.com/government-simplifies-import-procedure-for-pet-dogs-and-cats/",
          "type": "news",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/to-india/#in-noc"
    },
    {
      "id": "in-rabies",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "to-india",
      "subjectName": "Bringing a pet into India",
      "title": "Rabies vaccination",
      "detail": "Proof of rabies vaccination is required. The Consulate in Atlanta says at least 30 days and not more than one year before travel in one place, and \"not earlier than one year\" in another.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "conflicting",
      "note": "Until clarified, plan for a vaccine given 30 days to 12 months before arrival, and confirm with the AQCS station.",
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "indiaConsulateAtlanta",
          "publisher": "Consulate General of India, Atlanta",
          "url": "https://indiainatlanta.gov.in/eoial_pages/Mjk5",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/to-india/#in-rabies"
    },
    {
      "id": "in-docs",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "to-india",
      "subjectName": "Bringing a pet into India",
      "title": "Documents",
      "detail": "Original veterinary health certificate, rabies vaccination record and microchip number. For cargo: copies of the owner's passport, e-ticket and airway bill.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "indiaConsulateAtlanta",
          "publisher": "Consulate General of India, Atlanta",
          "url": "https://indiainatlanta.gov.in/eoial_pages/Mjk5",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        },
        {
          "id": "aqcsSop",
          "publisher": "Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India",
          "url": "https://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/india-dogs-guidance.pdf",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/to-india/#in-docs"
    },
    {
      "id": "in-quarantine",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "to-india",
      "subjectName": "Bringing a pet into India",
      "title": "Quarantine only if the pet fails examination",
      "detail": "A dog that fails examination or shows signs of disease is quarantined for 15 days at an AQCS station, with testing at the owner's cost.",
      "species": "dog",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "aqcsSop",
          "publisher": "Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India",
          "url": "https://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/india-dogs-guidance.pdf",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/to-india/#in-quarantine"
    },
    {
      "id": "in-ports",
      "scope": "corridor",
      "subject": "to-india",
      "subjectName": "Bringing a pet into India",
      "title": "Arrive at an airport with an AQCS station",
      "detail": "Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "conflicting",
      "note": "The AQCS SOP lists six offices. A 2025 news report lists seven entry points including Kochi. Confirm with AQCS before booking Kochi.",
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "aqcsSop",
          "publisher": "Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India",
          "url": "https://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/india-dogs-guidance.pdf",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        },
        {
          "id": "dahdOm2025",
          "publisher": "India Sea Trade News",
          "url": "https://indiaseatradenews.com/government-simplifies-import-procedure-for-pet-dogs-and-cats/",
          "type": "news",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/moving/to-india/#in-ports"
    },
    {
      "id": "ai-cabin",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "air-india",
      "subjectName": "Air India",
      "title": "Cabin: up to 10 kg including the carrier",
      "detail": "Economy only, aisle seats in the rear rows, maximum 2 pets per Economy cabin per flight, one pet per passenger. Soft, leak-proof kennel up to 17 x 10 x 9 inches, ventilated on three sides, no wheels, fitting under the seat.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "airIndiaPets",
          "publisher": "Air India",
          "url": "https://www.airindia.com/in/en/travel-information/travelling-with-pets.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/air-india/#ai-cabin"
    },
    {
      "id": "ai-checked",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "air-india",
      "subjectName": "Air India",
      "title": "Checked baggage 10 to 32 kg; cargo above 32 kg",
      "detail": "Hard IATA-compliant kennel. Availability depends on aircraft type.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "airIndiaPets",
          "publisher": "Air India",
          "url": "https://www.airindia.com/in/en/travel-information/travelling-with-pets.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/air-india/#ai-checked"
    },
    {
      "id": "ai-fees",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "air-india",
      "subjectName": "Air India",
      "title": "Fees per sector (plus taxes)",
      "detail": "Cabin: INR 7,500 domestic; USD 140 most international routes; USD 160 Israel; USD 225 UAE and Singapore. Checked: INR 16,000 domestic; USD 350 international. Non-refundable.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "airIndiaPets",
          "publisher": "Air India",
          "url": "https://www.airindia.com/in/en/travel-information/travelling-with-pets.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/air-india/#ai-fees"
    },
    {
      "id": "ai-brachy",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "air-india",
      "subjectName": "Air India",
      "title": "Snub-nosed breeds not accepted in the hold",
      "detail": "Brachycephalic dogs and cats (for example pugs, Shih Tzus, Persians) cannot travel in the cargo compartment. If they fit the cabin limits, consult your vet before flying.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "airIndiaPets",
          "publisher": "Air India",
          "url": "https://www.airindia.com/in/en/travel-information/travelling-with-pets.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/air-india/#ai-brachy"
    },
    {
      "id": "ai-docs",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "air-india",
      "subjectName": "Air India",
      "title": "Documents",
      "detail": "Vaccination record, health and rabies vaccination certificates signed by a registered vet, a fit-to-fly certificate issued within 7 days of departure, and an indemnity form (2 copies direct, 4 connecting). Originals are checked at check-in.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "airIndiaPets",
          "publisher": "Air India",
          "url": "https://www.airindia.com/in/en/travel-information/travelling-with-pets.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/air-india/#ai-docs"
    },
    {
      "id": "ai-routes",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "air-india",
      "subjectName": "Air India",
      "title": "Routes with restrictions",
      "detail": "No cabin or checked pets to the USA, Canada or Australia, or on ultra-long-haul flights. UK: cargo only to Heathrow and Gatwick. No cabin pets on flights from India to the UAE.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "airIndiaPets",
          "publisher": "Air India",
          "url": "https://www.airindia.com/in/en/travel-information/travelling-with-pets.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/air-india/#ai-routes"
    },
    {
      "id": "ai-restrictions",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "air-india",
      "subjectName": "Air India",
      "title": "Who cannot carry a pet in the cabin",
      "detail": "Unaccompanied minors, passengers needing wheelchair assistance and passengers travelling with an infant. Pregnant or sedated pets are refused.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "airIndiaPets",
          "publisher": "Air India",
          "url": "https://www.airindia.com/in/en/travel-information/travelling-with-pets.html",
          "type": "official",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/air-india/#ai-restrictions"
    },
    {
      "id": "ak-cabin",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "akasa-air",
      "subjectName": "Akasa Air",
      "title": "Cabin: up to 10 kg including the carrier",
      "detail": "Raised from 7 kg in May 2024. Pets above the limit travel in the hold.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "akasaRelease2024",
          "publisher": "Akasa Air",
          "url": "https://www.akasaair.com/news-room/akasa-press-releases/akasa-air-enhances-its-pet-travel-service-pets-on-akasa",
          "type": "airline-release",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/akasa-air/#ak-cabin"
    },
    {
      "id": "ak-cert",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "akasa-air",
      "subjectName": "Akasa Air",
      "title": "Pet travel certificate valid up to 15 days",
      "detail": "Trips longer than 15 days need a fresh certificate for the return.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "verified",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "akasaRelease2024",
          "publisher": "Akasa Air",
          "url": "https://www.akasaair.com/news-room/akasa-press-releases/akasa-air-enhances-its-pet-travel-service-pets-on-akasa",
          "type": "airline-release",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/akasa-air/#ak-cert"
    },
    {
      "id": "ak-fees",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "akasa-air",
      "subjectName": "Akasa Air",
      "title": "Fees",
      "detail": "Rs 7,500 in cabin and about Rs 15,000 in the hold, as published and reported in October 2026.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "reported",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "businessToday2026",
          "publisher": "Business Today",
          "url": "https://www.businesstoday.in/latest/trends/story/bt-weekender-planning-to-fly-with-your-pet-you-have-company-560748-2026-10-10",
          "type": "news",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/akasa-air/#ak-fees"
    },
    {
      "id": "ak-limits",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "akasa-air",
      "subjectName": "Akasa Air",
      "title": "Minimum age 3 months; up to three pets per flight",
      "detail": "Priority check-in, priority boarding and a pre-booked window seat are included.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "reported",
      "note": null,
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "businessToday2026",
          "publisher": "Business Today",
          "url": "https://www.businesstoday.in/latest/trends/story/bt-weekender-planning-to-fly-with-your-pet-you-have-company-560748-2026-10-10",
          "type": "news",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        },
        {
          "id": "akasaRelease2024",
          "publisher": "Akasa Air",
          "url": "https://www.akasaair.com/news-room/akasa-press-releases/akasa-air-enhances-its-pet-travel-service-pets-on-akasa",
          "type": "airline-release",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/akasa-air/#ak-limits"
    },
    {
      "id": "ig-status",
      "scope": "airline",
      "subject": "indigo",
      "subjectName": "IndiGo",
      "title": "Regular pets: not carried (reported)",
      "detail": "Business Today (10 Oct 2026) reports that IndiGo permits only guide dogs accompanying blind passengers. HappyFares (Jun to Jul 2026) says IndiGo allows pets up to 7 kg in the cabin from Rs 4,000. We have not yet confirmed against IndiGo's own conditions of carriage.",
      "species": "both",
      "status": "conflicting",
      "note": "We lean towards the Business Today report because it is the more recent and HappyFares also wrongly says Air India does not allow cabin pets.",
      "checked": "2026-10-20",
      "sources": [
        {
          "id": "businessToday2026",
          "publisher": "Business Today",
          "url": "https://www.businesstoday.in/latest/trends/story/bt-weekender-planning-to-fly-with-your-pet-you-have-company-560748-2026-10-10",
          "type": "news",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        },
        {
          "id": "happyFares2026",
          "publisher": "HappyFares (booking site blog)",
          "url": "https://happyfares.in/blog/pets-domestic-indian-flights-rules-2026/",
          "type": "secondary",
          "checked": "2026-10-20"
        }
      ],
      "url": "/flying-in-india/indigo/#ig-status"
    }
  ]
}