Middle East and Asia
Pet travel to Mumbai
Transfer-of-residence pet relocation with AQCS NOC coordination — full compliance management for permanent relocations only.
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
Import permit from Government of India, Ministry of Agriculture (DAHD) — apply 6–8 weeks in advance
- 2
ISO-compliant microchip registered and readable
- 3
Rabies vaccination — administered at least 30 days but not more than 12 months before entry
- 4
Official veterinary health certificate from country of origin, issued within 7 days of travel
These are the official entry rules for India.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for India.
This service is restricted to clients permanently relocating — short-term visitors and tourists cannot import pets into India. A nationwide breed import ban was issued in March 2024 but was subsequently stayed by multiple High Courts; as of 2025 it is not enforced — verify current status with AQCS before travel. Air India, Lufthansa, and British Airways serve Chhatrapati Shivaji International from North American hubs.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Mumbai.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Mumbai.
Permit Filing
Our team files all import permits and advance notifications on your behalf, tracking approval status in real time.
Veterinary Coordination
We work with your vet or our partner clinics to issue compliant health certificates timed precisely to departure.
Airport Concierge
A dedicated chaperone manages customs inspection, APHIS or border authority clearance, and handover at destination.
Local Logistics
Getting your pet into Mumbai.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (BOM) has AQCS inspection facilities for live animal imports. We coordinate the DAHD permit application and AQCS arrival inspection — processing takes 6–8 weeks from application.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
45–60 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Mumbai.
Lakeside Chalet - Mumbai Marriott Executive Apartments
Lakeside Chalet - Mumbai Marriott Executive Apartments allows five pets under 1000 kg in designated rooms with a refundable deposit of INR 1000
VRBO Mumbai
Pet policies are determined by the individual owner of each Vrbo property. For more information on the pet fee, weight limit and other restrictions
Home in New Land
Home in New Land is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are allowed for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
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Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Mumbai.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Mumbai. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Mumbai with your pet.
One of the biggest anxieties of pet travel is local transit. Here's everything you need to know before you land.
Public Transit
Mumbai's local trains, Metro lines, and public buses do not permit pets. All transit with animals requires private vehicle hire across the city.
Private Cars
Our vetted Mumbai executive car network serves all transfers from CSIA Airport across BKC, Bandra, Worli, and South Mumbai. All vehicles are climate-controlled; AQCS-cleared pets accepted with advance notice.
On Foot
Carter Road seafront in Bandra and Marine Drive in South Mumbai are the most pet-welcoming promenades in the city. Early morning (before 8am) and evening (after 7pm) are the practical windows for longer walks.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Mumbai, with your dog.
Yari Road Pet Park
Yari Road Pet Park is the first active pet park in Maharashtra. Pets now get to play in a safe, secure and clean environment in a space dedicated for
Next to Poseidon Building on Yari Road, Mumbai, IN
Aksa Beach
Leashed dogs are welcome on this popular beach and vacation destination.
Malad West, Mumbai, IN
Jio World Drive
Jio World Drive is a pet-friendly urban hangout inspired by European cobbled streets featuring a variety of boutiques and cafes in Mumbai, IN. Bring
Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, IN, 400051
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Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
Small Animal Hospital Mumbai (SAHM)
Export Clinic
Crown Vet Worli
Ground Floor, Atur House, 87 Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai 400018
1 km from Bandra-Worli Sea Link
24/7
Boarding & Daycare
PetsVille Mumbai
A/3–A/4 Jafferbhoy Industrial Estate, Marol Naka, Andheri East, Mumbai 400059
4 km from CSIA Airport
Mon–Sun 9:00–20:00
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We handle the flights, the veterinary compliance, and the door-to-door logistics. Tell us where you're starting from, and we'll calculate the route to Mumbai.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Mumbai: permits, vet appointments, and health certificates timed precisely to your departure window so nothing expires before you board.
Local Intelligence, Pre-loaded
Vetted stays, pet-safe transit routes, and emergency contacts, all curated for Mumbai and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Mumbai.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
