Pet Transport from Philippines to India
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Moving a pet from the Philippines to India is a moderate-complexity route with direct flights available and no titre test requirement – but the DAHD import clearance from India’s Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying adds meaningful lead time to the process.
Start the DAHD clearance application as early as possible. Processing typically takes 4-6 weeks, and you cannot travel without it. On the Philippines side, the BAI export permit and health certificate can be arranged concurrently, which helps compress the overall timeline.
Philippine Airlines and Air India both fly direct from Manila (MNL) to Delhi (DEL), accepting small pets in cabin and larger pets as cargo. Delhi is the recommended entry point – other Indian airports may have limited DAHD inspection capacity. Allow 8-12 weeks from starting the process to travel day. India’s import rules can change, so verify current DAHD requirements at the start with a licensed pet relocation agent.
Step-by-Step Process
Confirm current DAHD import requirements for India
At least 8-10 weeks before travel. India's import rules can change. Verify with DAHD directly or through a licensed pet relocation agent.
Responsible: You or your pet transport agent
Ensure microchip is in place (ISO 11784/11785)
Before vaccinations.
Responsible: Your veterinarian in Philippines
Rabies vaccination (and all required vaccinations)
Must be current within 12 months of travel.
Responsible: Your veterinarian in Philippines
Apply for DAHD import clearance (India)
As early as possible. Allow 4-6 weeks for processing.
Responsible: You or your pet transport agent
Apply for BAI export permit (Philippines)
Allow 1-2 weeks. Can run concurrently with DAHD application.
Responsible: You or your pet transport agent
Obtain BAI export health certificate (Philippines)
Within 10 days of travel.
Responsible: Your veterinarian + BAI
Book flight and confirm pet space
2-4 weeks before travel. Philippine Airlines or Air India direct MNL-DEL.
Responsible: You or your pet transport agent
DAHD inspection on arrival at DEL
On arrival. Present all documents including DAHD clearance, BAI health certificate, and vaccination records.
Responsible: You + DAHD inspectors
India Import Requirements
What India requires for pets entering the country.
Microchip
Required. ISO 11784/11785 standard.
Rabies Vaccination
Required. Current rabies vaccination (within 12 months of travel).
Rabies Titre Test
Not required for pets entering India.
Quarantine
No mandatory quarantine if documentation is complete. Inspection by DAHD officials at the airport on arrival is standard.
Import Permit
Required. Dogs and cats need import clearance from the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), Government of India. Apply well in advance; allow 4-6 weeks for processing.
Health Certificate
Required. BAI-endorsed health certificate from the Philippines. May also require endorsement by the Indian mission (Embassy/Consulate) in Manila -- confirm current requirements with DAHD or a licensed agent.
Exporting from Philippines
What you need from Philippines before your pet can leave.
Export Permit
Required. Export permit from the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI). Apply in advance; processing takes 1-2 weeks. The export permit and health certificate are the primary export documents.
Cost Factors
Costs vary depending on pet size, transport method, and whether you use a transport agent.
- Airline cabin or cargo fees
- IATA-compliant travel crate
- Veterinary fees (health certificate, vaccinations)
- BAI export permit fee (Philippines)
- BAI health certificate fee
- DAHD import clearance fee (India)
- Pet transport agent fee (recommended for DAHD documentation)
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