Pet Transport Indonesia to India: AQCS NOC, Quarantine and 2026 Guide

The journey from Indonesia to India for a pet is straightforward to plan once the key dates are mapped out. Allow around 6-10 weeks and follow the steps in order to stay on track. Plan for 15 days of …

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6-10

Weeks lead time needed

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15 days

Quarantine on arrival

Medium

Route complexity

Airlines on this route

Lead time needed

6-10 weeks

Quarantine

15 days

Route complexity

Medium

Airlines

4 carriers on this route

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In short: Preparing to move a pet from Indonesia to India typically takes around 6-10 weeks. Expect 15 days of quarantine on arrival. A rabies titre test is not required.

Regulations checked June 2026

Prepared and reviewed by Pet Transport Global Editorial Team

Step by step

The Indonesia to India import process

More than 1 month before travel.

ISO microchip confirmed. Rabies and core vaccines current.

Responsible: Your vet in Indonesia

Several weeks before travel.

BARANTAN export recommendation applied for.

Responsible: You or Indonesian export agent

At least 15 days before India arrival.

AQCS NOC applied for via aqcsindia.gov.in, at least 15 days before India arrival.

Responsible: You or your India-based agent

2-7 days before embarkation from Indonesia.

Antiparasitic treatment administered and recorded.

Responsible: BARANTAN-authorised vet in Indonesia

Close to travel (within validity period).

BARANTAN health certificate issued.

Responsible: BARANTAN-authorised vet in Indonesia

From arrival date.

15-day quarantine at AQCS facility on India arrival.

Responsible: AQCS India

Requirements

India entry requirements

Every item below must be in place before your pet can enter. We verify and track each one.

Microchip

ISO 11784/11785 microchip required. Source: AQCS India (aqcsindia.gov.in), 2026.

Rabies vaccination

Rabies vaccination required. More than 1 month before travel, within 12 months. Core vaccines required. Source: AQCS India, 2026.

Rabies titre test

Not required for pets importing to India. Source: AQCS India, 2026.

Quarantine

15-day quarantine at an AQCS facility at the port of entry. Owner pays all costs. Source: AQCS India, 2026.

Import permit

AQCS NOC (No Objection Certificate) required. Must be processed at least 15 days before arrival. Applied for via the AQCS portal to the station at the entry airport. Source: AQCS India (aqcsindia.gov.in), 2026.

Leaving Indonesia

Export requirements

Export permit

BARANTAN export recommendation required before travel. Source: BARANTAN Indonesia, 2026.

Health certificate

Official health certificate from a BARANTAN-authorised veterinarian, meeting India AQCS requirements. Source: BARANTAN Indonesia, 2026.

Costs

What this route typically costs

BARANTAN health certificate and export permit: IDR 500,000-1,500,000 (approx. USD 31-92)

AQCS NOC fee: INR 500-2,000 (approx. USD 6-24)

AQCS quarantine (15 days): INR 1,500-5,000 (approx. USD 18-60)

Cargo CGK to BOM/DEL via hub: USD 1,500-4,500

IATA crate: USD 80-300

Agent fees: USD 200-500

Total typical range: USD 1,835-5,476

Critical points

The AQCS NOC must be lodged at least 15 days before your pet arrives in India. Apply to the AQCS station at your arrival airport. Missing this deadline means the pet cannot enter.

AQCS quarantine stations are at Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and Hyderabad. Direct the NOC application to the station serving your specific entry airport.

Airlines

Approved carriers on this route

Airline	Notes	Type
Singapore Airlines via Singapore	CGK to SIN then BOM or DEL. Singapore Airlines Cargo has strong India connections and good animal handling at Changi. SIN-BOM and SIN-DEL are well-served routes.	Cargo Only
Garuda Indonesia via Singapore or Gulf hub	Garuda Indonesia to BOM or DEL, routing via Singapore or connecting through a Gulf hub. Garuda Cargo accepts live animals.	Cargo Only
Emirates Cargo via Dubai	CGK to DXB then BOM or DEL. Emirates SkyCargo handles pets and operates strong India connections from Dubai.	Cargo Only
Qatar Airways Cargo via Doha	CGK via DOH to BOM or DEL. Qatar Airways Cargo has established India routes and good live animal handling at Doha.	Cargo Only

How India handles incoming pets

India keeps its requirements reasonable, though a few steps have fixed timing. Map those out first and the rest falls into place.

What experienced owners do

Use an official, government-authorised vet for the health certificate, not just your usual clinic. Many destinations only accept certificates signed by an approved vet.

If this is your first international move, consider an IPATA-registered pet transport agent. They handle the documents, airline booking and crate sizing, and can troubleshoot problems.

Get your pet used to the travel crate weeks in advance. A calm, crate-familiar animal travels far better than one meeting the crate for the first time at the airport.

Confirm live animal acceptance on every flight segment before booking. Not all aircraft or connections take pets, and cargo terms can differ leg to leg.

FAQ

Common questions about this route

No. India does not require a titre test. You need a microchip, current rabies and core vaccines, antiparasitic treatment 2-7 days before travel, a BARANTAN health certificate, and an AQCS NOC lodged at least 15 days before arrival. Source: AQCS India (aqcsindia.gov.in), 2026.

Apply through the AQCS portal at aqcsindia.gov.in to the station serving your entry airport. Include your pet’s microchip number, vaccination records, and intended arrival date. Allow at least 15 days from application to approval, and submit well before that minimum.

15 days at an AQCS facility at the port of entry. Owner pays all costs. Confirm current fees with the relevant AQCS station before travel. Source: AQCS India, 2026.

Airline guides

Singapore Airlines via Singapore
Garuda Indonesia via Singapore or Gulf hub
Emirates Cargo via Dubai
Qatar Airways Cargo via Doha

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