Middle East and Asia
Pet travel to Hyderabad
DAHD permit management and AQCS reception at HYD — the City of Pearls, with palace grounds and a thriving tech-expat pet community.
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.
India's DAHD import permit process requires 6–8 weeks advance application. All pets arrive via the animal quarantine station at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) for inspection. No quarantine for dogs and cats from most countries if documentation is complete. We manage the full DAHD application and airport reception.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Hyderabad.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Hyderabad.
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 Hyderabad.
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) has AQCS capability for live-animal imports. We manage the full DAHD permit application and AQCS coordination. Some clients route through DEL or BOM for AQCS clearance, then connect to Hyderabad — we advise based on available flights.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
45–60 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Hyderabad.
Ashray - Vintage Homes
Ashray - Vintage Homes is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are allowed for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request. Food & water bowls
4BR Centrally Located House in Banjara Hills
This 4-bedroom house in Hyderabad allows dogs of any size for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request, but all pets must be approved
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Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Hyderabad.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Hyderabad. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Hyderabad 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
Hyderabad Metro accepts pets in carriers on the Red, Blue, and Green lines. Uber and Ola are more practical for HITEC City to Banjara Hills movement with pets.
Private Cars
Uber, Ola, and our vetted executive fleet operate city-wide. Essential for connecting HITEC City, Jubilee Hills, the palace, and the airport corridor.
On Foot
Banjara Hills and Jubilee Hills are walkable residential neighbourhoods with wide roads and shaded residential streets. We provide morning route maps to KBR Park entrances.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Hyderabad, with your dog.
GHMC Dog Park
GHMC Dog Park is the first exclusive dog park in Hyderabad, India and one of the coolest we've seen. This stunning off-leash park will be paradise
Jayabheri Enclave, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, IN, 500032
Paws en Route
Want more to do with your dog? Our experts plan the perfect itinerary in Hyderabad.
Pet-Friendly Dining
Eat out, dog in tow.
Verified dog-welcoming restaurants, cafés, and markets in Hyderabad. Policy notes confirmed by our local team.
Terrace Dining
Flechazo
Banjara Hills
Rooftop terrace dining permits dogs at outdoor tables with advance notice.
Casual
Olive Bistro
Banjara Hills
Garden seating area; dogs welcome at outdoor tables — water bowls provided on request.
Market
Hyderabad Sunday Soul Santhe
Jubilee Hills
Fortnightly open-air lifestyle market; dogs welcome throughout the outdoor grounds.
Supply & Stores
Pet food & supply stores
Specialty Food
Heads Up For Tails Jubilee Hills
Road 36, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad 500033
India's premium pet brand; extensive imported grain-free nutrition range and wellness accessories.
Premium Pet Boutique
DoggyBag Hyderabad
Plot 45, Road 10, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad 500034
Specialist nutrition and tailored pet accessories; knowledgeable on Telangana climate acclimatisation.
Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
Cessna Lifeline Veterinary Hospital Hyderabad
Export Clinic
Blue Cross of Hyderabad
Plot 17 & 18, Street 2, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad 500034
4 km from KBR National Park
Mon–Sat 9:00–18:00
Boarding & Daycare
FurBaby Hyderabad
8-2-293/82/A, Road 7, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad 500034
1.5 km from KBR National Park
Mon–Sun 7:00–21:00
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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 Hyderabad.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Hyderabad: 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 Hyderabad and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Hyderabad.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
