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Pet travel to Bengaluru
DAHD permit management and AQCS reception at BLR — India's garden city with misty park mornings and a booming pet culture.
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 Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) 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 Bengaluru.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Bengaluru.
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 Bengaluru.
Kempegowda International (BLR) processes live-animal imports via AQCS. The DAHD import permit is applied for 8 weeks in advance. International arrivals from outside India clear at BLR's dedicated live-animal inspection area.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
45–60 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Bengaluru.
Laika Boutique Stay
Laika Boutique Stay allows dogs of any size for no additional fee. Sorry, no cats.
VRBO Bengaluru
Pet policies are determined by the individual owner of each Vrbo property. For more information on the pet fee, weight limit and other restrictions
Namma Ashram
Namma Ashram 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 Bengaluru.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Bengaluru. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Bengaluru 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
Namma Metro accepts pets in carriers on the Purple and Green lines. Practical for airport-to-MG Road corridor. Uber and Ola are the dominant choice for flexibility.
Private Cars
Uber, Ola, and our vetted executive network operate city-wide. Bengaluru's sprawl makes private hire essential. All vehicles confirmed pet-accepting with advance notice.
On Foot
Koramangala and Indiranagar are walkable residential neighbourhoods with shaded tree-lined streets. We provide morning route maps and permitted park entrances.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Bengaluru, with your dog.
Doggy Play Date at Cubbon Park
Every Sunday from 10:30 am to 11:30 am, dog owners bring their puppies and dogs to socialize with each other. Although there is no special dog trainer
Cubbon Park, Near the Central Library, Bengaluru, IN
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Want more to do with your dog? Our experts plan the perfect itinerary in Bengaluru.
Pet-Friendly Dining
Eat out, dog in tow.
Verified dog-welcoming restaurants, cafés, and markets in Bengaluru. Policy notes confirmed by our local team.
Terrace Dining
The Only Place
Museum Road
Outdoor terrace area permits dogs — Bengaluru's oldest steakhouse with a pet-tolerant tradition.
Casual
Café Matteo
Indiranagar
Pavement seating on 100 Feet Road; dogs welcome at outdoor tables — water bowls on request.
Market
Indiranagar Farmers Market
Indiranagar
Monthly open-air market; dogs welcome throughout the outdoor grounds.
Supply & Stores
Pet food & supply stores
Specialty Food
Heads Up For Tails Indiranagar
1st Floor, 12th Main, Indiranagar, Bengaluru 560038
India's premium pet retail brand; extensive imported nutrition range and accessories.
Premium Pet Boutique
Canine India Koramangala
4th Block, 80 Feet Rd, Koramangala, Bengaluru 560034
Specialist nutrition and wellness products; knowledgeable staff on tropical pet health.
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 Bangalore
Export Clinic
Bangalore Veterinary College Teaching Hospital
Boarding & Daycare
Doggy World Bengaluru
23 Intermediate Ring Rd, Domlur, Bengaluru 560071
2 km from Indiranagar
Mon–Sun 7:00–21:00
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Bengaluru: 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 Bengaluru and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Bengaluru.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
