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Cross-Border Pet Relocation Using Card Insurance & Miles

Move cats and dogs between India and abroad using card-funded cargo, insurance, and lounge perks.

21 November 2025 7 min read 258 words
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Cross-Border Pet Relocation Using Card Insurance & Miles

Flying pets is pricier than flying people. Cards help with cargo payments, vet visits, and the recovery hotels you’ll both need.

Signal: Families routing ₹6–8 lakh through Axis Magnus/)/)/) + HDFC Infinia + Amex Platinum claw back ₹90k-equivalent value.

Workflow

Stage Task Card
Paperwork Vet certificates, microchips SBI Cashback
Flights Cargo + passenger tickets Axis Magnus/)/)/) / HDFC Infinia
Stopovers Pet-friendly hotels Amex Platinum Travel
Insurance Pet transport cover ICICI Amazon Pay card

Tips

  • Always book airlines with pet desks; pay via cards that include travel insurance.
  • Use lounge showers for pet clean-up during long layovers.
  • Keep receipts; many companies reimburse relocation if you show documentation.

Budget Breakdown

Item Amount (₹) Card strategy
Airline cargo fees 1,20,000 Axis Magnus/)/)/) miles + cash
Vet + documentation 35,000 SBI Cashback
Crate + accessories 20,000 HDFC Infinia SmartBuy
Stopover hotels 45,000 Amex Platinum vouchers
Insurance 15,000 ICICI Amazon Pay

Next Steps

  1. Build a relocation Gantt chart with vet visits, crate training, and payments.
  2. Request temporary credit limit boosts 30 days before cargo bookings.
  3. Share your pet’s journey on social—airlines treat careful planners better.

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