Ciao, Marco here. Bahamasair actually lets dogs ride in the cabin, which already puts it ahead of half the airlines that make me argue at the counter. Mochi, my French Bulldog, would approve of that alone. Before you get excited, though, there are little rules nobody mentions until you're already at the desk with a confused agent and a growing queue behind you.

Bahamasair's pet policy splits into cabin and cargo. This page summarizes the weight limits, fees, brachycephalic-breed restrictions, and carrier specifications for both modes — sourced from the airline's official pet pages.

How Bahamasair handles your pet

Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Hover the to read the exact wording; the opens the source page.

In the cabin Accepted
In the hold / cargo Accepted

Cabin policy

Pets accepted Accepted“& Service Animals Pets & Service Animals The carriage of pets (such as cats and dogs) as baggage is subject to the International Air Transport Association Live Animals Regulations (IATA-LAR) Carriage is also subject to…”
One-way fee20“…items allowed and the fee is $75 one way. The combined maximum weight of carrier and pet must not exceed 20 pounds and only one pet is allowed per pet carrier”
Minimum age8 weeks“Pets must be a minimum of 8 weeks old.”
Advance booking required Yes“Travelers must advise at time of booking that they intend to travel with a pet to avoid exceeding the limit.”
Max pets per flight2“A maximum of two (2) pets will be allowed in the cabin on any flight.”
Carrier size25 × 25 cm“For pets traveling in the cabin, the carrier dimensions must not exceed 10” x 15” x 14” (25 cm x 38 cm x 35 cm).”
Max weight (pet + crate)9 kg“Small cats and dogs over 8 weeks old are welcome to travel in the cabin with Bahamasair Airlines. The combined weight of the pet and carrier should not exceed 20 lbs (9 kg).”
Crate must have/behard-sided ok, IATA-compliant, a carrier“For pets traveling in the cabin, the carrier dimensions must not exceed 10” x 15” x 14” (25 cm x 38 cm x 35 cm).”

Hold & cargo policy

Hold: Minimum age8 weeks“Pets must be a minimum of 8 weeks old”
Hold: Crate must have/beIATA-compliant, a carrier“Conditions of Carriage Hazardous Material Policy Privacy Policy Pets & Service Animals Pets & Service Animals The carriage of pets (such as cats and dogs) as baggage is subject to the International Air Transport…”
Cargo: Pets accepted Accepted“Pets & Service Animals The carriage of pets (such as cats and dogs) as baggage is subject to the International Air Transport Association Live Animals Regulations (IATA-LAR) Carriage is also subject to Customs and Health…”
Cargo: Minimum age8 weeks“Pets must be a minimum of 8 weeks old”
Cargo: Advance booking required Yes“rriage and related regulations which are made part hereof (and are available on application at the offices of carrier), except in transportation between a place in the United States or Canada and any place outside…”
Cargo: Crate must have/beIATA-compliant“Conditions of Carriage Hazardous Material Policy Privacy Policy Pets & Service Animals Pets & Service Animals The carriage of pets (such as cats and dogs) as baggage is subject to the International Air Transport…”

Health & documents

Health certificate required Yes“Obtain a health certificate from a USDA-accredited veterinarian within 10 days of travel.”
Carrier fit certificate required Yes“This certificate confirms that your pet is fit for travel and has received the necessary vaccinations”
Health certificate validity10 days“Obtain a health certificate from a USDA-accredited veterinarian within 10 days of travel.”
Government endorsed cert required Yes“Obtain a health certificate from a USDA-accredited veterinarian within 10 days of travel”
Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination8 weeks“Pets must be a minimum of 8 weeks old.”
Health certificate valid within days · Health certificate valid within days10 days“Obtain a health certificate from a USDA-accredited veterinarian within 10 days of travel.”

Other rules

Assistance animals accepted Yes“Flight Status Search Type By Route By Flight Number By Departure From To Search Flights Search Flights From Search Flights Schedules Select Your Destinations From Proceed General Information Restriction on 'Hoverboards'…”

Service & assistance animals

Esa noteEmotional support animals are not considered service animals“Emotional support animals are not considered service animals.”
Recognized Yes“nd Refund of Optional Fees Tarmac Delay Plan Customers Requiring Extra Space Other Travel Policies Bahamas Entry Criteria Special Assistance Passenger with Disability Children & Infants Traveling Traveling while…”
Cabin allowed Yes“Only two (2) pets are allowed in the cabin. Pets must be able to fit comfortably in approved containers. Approved hard-shell cages are required for pets being checked. Please view the policy found at Pets & Service…”
Training required Yes“Trained Service Animals Service Eligibility Service animals must be fully trained to assist individuals with disabilities Trained Service Animals Service Eligibility Service animals must be fully trained to assist…”
Advance notice hours48 hours“…flights. Passengers should submit the completed forms along with a service request to Bahamasair at least 48 hours prior to departure”
Bahamasair requires pets to be a minimum of 8 weeks old before they fly in the cabin. Confirm the puppy has cleared 8 weeks by the travel date. Carry paperwork that states the birth date clearly. Book only after the animal reaches this age. A dog under 8 weeks will be refused at check-in, so schedule the trip around that threshold.

Frequently asked

How many pets can I bring on Bahamasair?
Bahamasair allows 2 in the cabin, per passenger. Each pet needs its own carrier.
How much does it cost to fly a pet on Bahamasair?
On flights within Metropolitan France, Bahamasair charges from 20 in the cabin, one way per pet. Longer routes cost more — price your exact itinerary.
What if my flight is delayed past my health certificate validity?
If the certificate window expires before you board, you'll need a re-issue. Build a 1-2 day buffer between the cert date and departure to absorb minor delays.
What happens if I forget a document?
At the destination airport: at best, an extended inspection while you produce backup; at worst, the pet is held in quarantine or returned to origin at your cost. Bring printed copies.
The Bahamasair cabin pet fee is 20 USD one way. Budget 20 USD for each direction, so a round trip costs 40 USD in pet charges. Bring the exact amount at check-in. Add this 20 USD to the ticket price when comparing fares. Pay it per flight segment, not once per booking, and keep the receipt.
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Glossary

ISO chip
ISO 11784/11785 — the universal microchip standard.
FAVN
Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralization — a rabies serology test required by rabies-free destinations.
Brachycephalic
Snub-nosed breeds (French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians, Himalayans) with restricted airline acceptance due to heat-stress risk.
AVIH
Animal Vehicle In Hold — IATA's term for cargo pet shipment, with fees that vary by carrier and route.