Transporting Pet from India to the USA

Executive Summary

Transporting pets between India and the United States is an international relocation process governed by veterinary health requirements, import permits, airline regulations, and government approvals. Errors in documentation, vaccination compliance, or transport coordination can result in entry denial or quarantine. This information is most relevant for pet owners, expatriates, and relocation decision-makers managing cross-border pet movement.

Why regulatory differences between countries create unexpected barriers for pet relocation

Are you transporting pet from India to the USA? Make sure you have done all the paperwork properly before transporting your pet from India to the USA. If paperwork is not done properly, your pet may be detained by the US quarantine officer, also the airline will not allow your pet to board the flight.

Below mentioned documents are compulsory for Transporting Pet from India to USA

Blood tests
Vaccinations
Microchips for identification
Health certificates or “Certificates of Veterinary Inspection”

The vaccination certificate must include the below-mentioned details. Vaccination is not required when you are importing your pet from rabies-free countries

Name and address of the owner
Breed, sex, age, color, markings, and other identifying information for the dog
Date of rabies vaccination and vaccine product information
The date the vaccination expires
Name, license number, address, and signature of veterinarian

International airlines will not allow pets inside the cabin. You can transport your pet either by accompanied baggage or cargo. Some airlines do not allow snub-nosed dogs like a bulldog, boxer, etc to fly, because of breathing issues at a high attitude. Snub-nosed cats are also not allowed to fly.

How to Select Crate for your Pet

Crate should be properly ventilated for the pet to breathe. Pet should be able to sit erect, stand, turn and lie in a natural position inside the crate. Below is the crate size prescribed by IATA.

Globe Moving is a leading international pet transport company India with IPATA certification. We will do all the paperwork on your behalf. We have experts in pre-shipment documentation, airline carrier routes and restrictions, country import and quarantine regulations, and customs clearance procedures.

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