Traveling with an animal
Traveling with cats and dogs
Whether your cat or dog travels in the cabin, the hold, by cargo, we will assist you in the process to ensure their comfort and safety on board our flights.
Our answers to your questions
- Your animal must have all required vaccines in order to be permitted on board.
- Any dog or cat traveling within the European Union must be identified by means of an electronic microchip. Your pet must alos have a European passport. Provided and completed by an authorized veterinarian, this passport allows the identification of your animal and certifies that it has been duly vaccinated.
- We recommend that you reach out to the embassy of your destination country. For example, Ireland, Sweden, the United Kingdom, or Malta, have additional health requirements.
- For your travels outside of the European Union, please inquire about the current regulations for each country of origin, destination, and any connection countries (vaccinations, quarantine, etc.).
Remember: Air France disclaims all responsibility for the expenses incurred (booking change fees, hotel stays, kennel fees, etc.). if:
- Your pet has been refused on board due to non-compliance with our conditions of transport.
- Your pet has been refused upon arrival due to non-compliance with the current regulations in your destination country.
You can purchase a cabin bag or kennel to travel with your pet in the hold on Air France Shopping. Delivery is available in the following countries: Algeria, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France (Metropolitan), Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Morocco, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, United Kingdom, United States. As a Flying Blue member, you earn Miles with every purchase. You can even pay with your Miles!
Travel by cargo on Air France flights is required if your pet:
- Is neither a cat nor a dog
- Is a snub-nosed cat or dog* and of one of the following breeds: Boxer dogs, Pekingese, Shih Tzus, as well as Persian or Birman cats.
- Weighs more than the authorized weight allowed in the hold (kennel included).
- Your destination country requires that your pet travel by cargo only
*Pleasae note, since July 15, 2019, snub-nosedPugs, Bulldogs, and Boston Terriers are no longer allowed to travel in the cargo.