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Planning to travel along with your pet? Arranging for your pet's travel can be a little cumbersome. With various pet travel guidelines to adhere to, it could be challenging to remember and to strictly follow them. If you have booked an Air India flight for your pet's transport, we have gathered all the details of Air India Airlines' pet travel policy in one place to make your task easier.

Read below to discover Air India Airlines' pet travel policy in detail.

Reservation and Check-in

To travel with your pet on Air India, take your pet to the check-in counter with the required travel kennel and paperwork to pay for your pet's ticket. It is also possible to book your pet at airline or city ticketing offices. Reserve the flight at least 72 hours in advance to carry your pet in the cabin. Air India does not allow multi-city booking to travel with a pet.

Charges

You will have to pay for regular excess baggage charges based on the total weight of your pet along with the container, and its belongings. Your pet and its belongings will not be considered in the free baggage allowance, they will be charged regardless of free allowance baggage utilized.

Travel Requirements

Below are some of the travel requirements that you should be acquainted with before booking an Air India flight for your pet's travel.

• Domesticated dogs and cats are accepted on Air India flights.
• Dogs should be at least 8 weeks to travel in the cabin and 3 months to travel in the cargo compartment.
• Dogs with pregnancy or pets that have delivered babies 2 days before the flight are not allowed on any Air India flight.
• Snub-nosed or flat-faced pets are not accepted in the cargo compartment.
• You can carry them in the cabin after seeking advice from a vet. Air India will not be liable for any losses or issues in this regard.
• Both pets and their containers should not weigh over 7 kg to be accepted in the cabin. However, they are acceptable in the cargo compartment up to 32 kg.
• The container should be a soft, well-ventilated bag or kennel measuring a maximum of 46 cm x 46 cm x 30 cm.
• Only 2 pets in the cabin per flight are allowed, all additional pets must be accompanied by a passenger.
• Air India recommends labeling the pet's travel kennel, or bag with its name. Also, give the carrier a base of high absorbent mat, so your pet can urinate if needed.
• Do not sedate or tranquilise your pet for the flight.
• No food items are allowed inside the carrier.
• Pets are not allowed with unaccompanied minors
• If you travel with an infant or require wheelchair assistance, Air India suggests sending you through the cargo hold.

Documents Required

For using Air India services for your pet’s travel, you will also be required to present some documents:

• Vaccination and health certificates that are valid and have been obtained 72 hours before travel.
• A rabies inoculation certificate from the veterinarian.
• Two copies of indemnity forms for the direct flight and four for connecting flights
• You must present the original and photostat copies of the above documents during the check-in. 

Additional Guideline

A few additional guidelines that you will have to adhere to are: 

• Report three hours before the departure time to allow enough time for all formalities.
• Pets will be checked in and boarded on a priority basis.
• Ensure the pet is acquainted with its travel container and gets a light meal and water two hours before the journey.
• Follow the rules of your destination country, including the required permits and quarantine.
• Air India does not transport pets from or to the USA, Canada, Australia, the U.A.E. and the UK.
• Pets must satisfy all the quarantine grants; hence, Air India is not responsible for entry to other countries or passage is denied.

Country-Specific Guidelines

• For the Import or export of pets to or from India, you will need a 'No Objection Certificate' or 'Pre-import Clearance,' issued by the Animal Quarantine and Certification Service (AQCS).
• The import and export services are available only from the following airports:
  • Bangalore
  • Chennai
  • Delhi
  • Kolkata
  • Mumbai
  • Hyderabad
• In flights transiting from Oman and some Middle East countries, birds are not allowed

Service Animals

• Guide dogs, service animals, or psychiatric service dogs can be travelled free of charge if and only if they abide by country-specific norms.
• Service Dogs are allowed on direct flights to the US, subject to the regulation of the US CDC.

Along with these major guidelines. there are various other small details that you have to keep in mind while booking an Air India flight for your furry buddy.  To make sure all these guidelines are strictly adhered to, you can partner with an expert pet relocation company like AirPets.

Why Choose AirPets?

You cannot trust anyone to take the responsibility of moving your pet family to a different location. You can always rely on AirPets when it comes to moving your pets abroad. The following are the reasons why you can rely on AirPets as your pet relocation company for the safe travel of your pets.

• Years of Experience

“Experience is the teacher of all things” - Julius Caesar.

Surely, there is no better guarantee of credibility than experience. Pets relocation is among the services that AirPets has done for many decades. Therefore, we are seen as the most reliable partner for people moving to distant locations with their furry families. By removing all ambiguity from the process of relocating your pets, we make sure the whole transaction goes well.

• Customized Services

Every pet is unique! AirPets, being aware of the individual needs of each pet, offers tailored services. Our primary concern revolves around choosing the right travel kennel and travelling schedule which will ensure a comfortable journey for your pets.

• Process Driven

AirPets is aware of every step involved in the relocation of your pet. The process adheres to all the rules and regulations that are required to be fulfilled for relocating pets to different locations. We assure you that we shall observe all required procedures to meet your expectations. With our processes-orientated approach, your pet is assured of its safety and welfare during the relocation procedures. 

Give your Pets Comfortable Travel With Air India Airlines!

AirPets makes sure that your pet is safe and comfortable throughout its journey. We are well versed with the rules and regulations of Air India for carrying your pets on their flights. So, if you are planning to relocate your furry friend, consider hiring professional services like AirPets who can ensure the safety and comfort of your pet throughout the process. To get in touch with us, call us at +91-9257-123-123 or write to [email protected] for a professional consultation.