Middle East and Asia
Pet travel to Delhi
DAHD import permit management and AQCS reception at IGI — India's capital with extraordinary pet-walking heritage.
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 Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) 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 Delhi.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Delhi.
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 Delhi.
Indira Gandhi International (DEL) has an Animal Quarantine and Certification Service (AQCS) station for inspection of imported pets. No quarantine for compliant documentation from most countries. The DAHD import permit process requires 6–8 weeks; we manage the full application timeline.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
45–60 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Delhi.
Hotel Kaca Inn - Near New Delhi Railway Station & Connaught Place
Hotel Kaca Inn - Near New Delhi Railway Station & Connaught Place is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are allowed for no additional fee. Cats may
VRBO New Delhi
Pet policies are determined by the individual owner of each Vrbo property. For more information on the pet fee, weight limit and other restrictions
Thikana
Thikana is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are allowed for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request. Food & water bowls are provided
Paws en Route
Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Delhi.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Delhi. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Delhi 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
Delhi Metro accepts pets only in dedicated carrier bags enforced at platform barriers. Practical for airport express and key corridors, but private hire is more practical for dogs.
Private Cars
Uber, Ola, and our vetted executive fleet operate 24/7 across the NCR. AC vehicles mandatory in summer. We brief all drivers in advance on pet transport protocols.
On Foot
Lodhi Colony and Khan Market are eminently walkable in the early morning cool. We provide maps of permitted park entrances, dog-walking routes, and shaded green corridors.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Delhi, with your dog.
Every pet's travel style is different. Contact our team for customised local intelligence and pet-friendly recommendations for Delhi.
Pet-Friendly Dining
Eat out, dog in tow.
Verified dog-welcoming restaurants, cafés, and markets in Delhi. Policy notes confirmed by our local team.
Terrace Dining
Indian Accent
Lodhi Colony
Garden terrace permits dogs at outdoor tables with advance notice — Delhi's finest restaurant with outdoor access.
Casual
The Big Chill Café
Khan Market
Outdoor seating area welcomes well-behaved dogs; water bowls available on request.
Market
Khan Market Sunday Organic Farmers Market
Khan Market
Open-air farmers market on select Sundays — dogs welcome throughout the outdoor grounds.
Supply & Stores
Pet food & supply stores
Premium Pet Boutique
Pet Stop India
N-14 Greater Kailash Part I, New Delhi 110048
Premium imported nutrition brands and accessories; veterinary nutritionist on call.
Specialty Food
Heads Up For Tails GK I
M-21 Greater Kailash Part I, New Delhi 110048
India's leading premium pet retail brand; extensive grain-free and prescription diet range.
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 Gurgaon
Export Clinic
Dr. Shroff's Charity Eye Hospital Vet Wing
Boarding & Daycare
Dogstay Delhi
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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 Delhi.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Delhi: 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 Delhi and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Delhi.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
