Here's what I wish someone had told me before booking a dog in Royal Jordanian's cabin: the seven-kilogram limit is strict, and it fills up fast. Cooper is a 30kg Golden, so he rides in the hold, but if you've got a small pup this is genuinely doable. We've all felt that first-flight panic. Let's walk through what Royal Jordanian actually asks of you, step by step.
Royal Jordanian'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 Royal Jordanian handles your pet Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the
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In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Chow Chow Bullmastiff Cane Corso Dogue de Bordeaux Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Japanese Chin Shar Pei Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mastiff Prohibited Breeds/Mixes for AVIH (Live Animal in Hold) Transport Type Prohibited breeds/mixes Cats Exotic, Persian, Burmese (and snub-nosed mixes) Dogs Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog… verified 2026-08-14 One-way fee 180 USD The costs to fly a pet in the cabin on Royal Jordanian Airlines is $75 (within Jordan), $150 (within the Middle East), $180 (within the EU) and $180 between the Middle East and EU verified 2026-07-22 Advance booking notice 48 hours …crate Dimensions 50 cm (L) × 40 cm (W) × 26 cm (H) Reservation Deadline and RJ system approval Minimum 48 hours before departure Documentation signed Live Animal Acceptance Checklist For U.S Entry : (not applicable… verified 2026-08-17 Advance booking required ✓ YesThe carriage of pets (Cats and Dogs) in passenger cabin is only permitted in Economy Class Cabins and is subject to the following conditions: Requirements Details Maximum Weight of animal & crate 7 kg (15 Ibs) Maximum… verified 2026-08-15 Advance notice hours 48 hours The reservation must be arranged at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled flight departure time and an approval is required from RJ's Systems & Procedures Section. verified 2026-07-20 Carrier size 50 × 40 × 26 cm …are recommended) The maximum dimensions for pet carriers flown in the cabin are 19.7″L x 15.8″W x 10″H (50 x 40 x 26 cm). verified 2026-08-27 Max weight (pet + crate) 7 kg To be accepted on board, the combined weight of your pet and carrier must not exceed 15 lbs (7 kg). verified 2026-07-31 Crate must have/be soft-sided ok, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label …are recommended) The maximum dimensions for pet carriers flown in the cabin are 19.7″L x 15.8″W x 10″H (50 x 40 x 26 cm). verified 2026-08-27 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPets such as dogs, cats accompanying a passenger on the same flight may be accepted as checked baggage. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesProhibited Breeds/Mixes for AVIH (Live Animal in Hold) Transport Type Prohibited breeds/mixes Cats Exotic, Persian, Burmese (and snub-nosed mixes) Dogs Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Chow Chow Bullmastiff Cane Corso Dogue de Bordeaux Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Japanese Chin Shar Pei Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mastiff Prohibited Breeds/Mixes for AVIH (Live Animal in Hold) Transport Type Prohibited breeds/mixes Cats Exotic, Persian, Burmese (and snub-nosed mixes) Dogs Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog… verified 2026-08-04 Hold: Advance booking notice 48 hours Reservations Reservations must be made for your pet at least 48 hours in advance of travel Reservations Reservations must be made for your pet at least 48 hours in advance… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesMust have a reservation at the ACF prior to arrival. U.S. vaccinated dogs returning to the U.S. by air are Allowed to enter at any U.S. port of entry with one of the following: Certification of U.S.-Issued Rabies… verified 2026-08-05 Hold: Max pets per flight 4 A Maximum of 4 AVIH only, is allowed per aircraft. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ NoHas the owner confirmed the animal is not sedated? verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Crate Requirements IATA-approved crate with ventilation, locking, water access, and labels ("LIVE ANIMAL", contact, feeding info). verified 2026-08-05 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesProhibited Breeds/Mixes for AVIH (Live Animal in Hold) Transport Type Prohibited breeds/mixes Cats Exotic, Persian, Burmese (and snub-nosed mixes) Dogs Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Chow Chow Bullmastiff Cane Corso Dogue de Bordeaux Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Japanese Chin Shar Pei Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mastiff Prohibited Breeds/Mixes for AVIH (Live Animal in Hold) Transport Type Prohibited breeds/mixes Cats Exotic, Persian, Burmese (and snub-nosed mixes) Dogs Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog… verified 2026-08-04 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours …The following conditions must be met before acceptance on the flight: The reservation must be made at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled flight departure time. verified 2026-08-04 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ YesMust have a reservation at the ACF prior to arrival. U.S. vaccinated dogs returning to the U.S. by air are Allowed to enter at any U.S. port of entry with one of the following: Certification of U.S.-Issued Rabies… verified 2026-08-05 Cargo: Max pets per passenger 2 …owner ’s seat and its dimensions shall not exceed the under-seat stowage limit of 40 cm (L) x 50 cm (W) x 26 cm (H). Passengers traveling with SVAN (Service Animal) or ESAN (Emotional Support Animal) are not subject… verified 2026-08-16 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NoHas the owner confirmed the animal is not sedated? verified 2026-07-15 Cargo: Advance notice hours 48 hours The reservation must be made at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled flight departure time. Approval is required from RJ's Systems & Procedures Section. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier place for the interline sector? Is the animal at least 08 weeks old (destination country(s) regulations apply) Questions on the container to consider? Yes No N/A Is the container the right size and allows natural… verified 2026-08-28 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ YesThe pet is accompanied by the required veterinarian health certificates. verified 2026-08-16 Health certificate validity 10 days Health Certificate Issued by licensed vet in India within 7–10 days of departure. verified 2026-08-04 Microchip · Required ✓ YesDog US-Vaccination Rabies Proof Certification: U.S.–Issued Rabies Vaccination Certificate Entry Form: CDC Dog Import Form Microchip & Age: ISO Microchip ≥6 months, appear healthy Health & Entry Port: Healthy on Arrival… verified 2026-08-04 Microchip · Standard ISO-compliant Mandatory 15-digit ISO-compliant microchip. Must be mentioned in the health certificate. verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Required ✓ YesFlying with Pets - Royal Jordanian We share the affection you have for your special pet, and we welcome them onboard our flights in the Economy class cabin and in the checked baggage. Reservations regarding the carriage… verified 2026-08-05 Quarantine · Reducible ✓ YesEntry Port: Must arrive healthy via CDC-registered airport listed on form ACF Required: Yes. If a valid rabies serology titer provided: no quarantine, but reservation in ACF is required. If no valid rabies serology… verified 2026-08-28 Import permit · Issuing authority the Bahrain Medical Quarantine Department. RNAT test. The pet is accompanied by the required veterinarian health certificates. pet is subject to For Bahrain Entry: Pets are allowed, as long as they fit the following criteria: Import permit issued by the Bahrain Medical Quarantine Department. RNAT test. The pet is accompanied by the required veterinarian health certificates. pet is subject to a medical test by the medical quarantine team at the airport. verified 2026-08-28 Health certificate · Issuer a USDA-accredited veterinarian to a high-risk country, if that export health certificate: Was issued by a USDA-accredited veterinarian before July 31, 2025. verified 2026-08-05 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ YesDog US-Vaccination Rabies Proof Certification: U.S.–Issued Rabies Vaccination Certificate Entry Form: CDC Dog Import Form Microchip & Age: ISO Microchip ≥6 months, appear healthy Health & Entry Port: Healthy on Arrival… verified 2026-08-04 Rabies vaccination · Waiting period after vaccination 21 days Vaccination Records Rabies vaccine at least 21 days before travel. Other core vaccines recommended (parvo, distemper, etc.). verified 2026-08-05 Service & assistance animals Recognized ✓ YesPassengers traveling with SVAN (Service Animal) or ESAN (Emotional Support Animal) are not subject to this restriction Pets Checked verified 2026-08-28 Cabin allowed ✓ Yescabin, it will need an airline-compliant pet carrier unless you are flying with a service dog who is trained to assist you in a task required to address a physical or medical disability. Pets flown by Royal Jordanian… verified 2026-08-28 Esa recognized ✓ YesPassengers traveling with SVAN (Service Animal) or ESAN (Emotional Support Animal) are not subject to this restriction verified 2026-07-20 Breed restrictions snub-nosed Hold) Transport Type Prohibited breeds/mixes Cats Exotic, Persian, Burmese (and snub-nosed mixes) Dogs Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog (all breeds), Bull Mastiff… verified 2026-08-16 Advance notice hours 48 hours Reservations Reservations must be made for your pet at least 48 hours in advance of travel. verified 2026-07-20 Documentation required ✓ Yesexhibition, research, intended for an animal welfare organization, special "training status" and other purposes. There are various types of documentation that may be able to demonstrate the appropriate ownership of the… verified 2026-08-28 In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy One-way fee 180 USD The costs to fly a pet in the cabin on Royal Jordanian Airlines is $75 (within Jordan), $150 (within the Middle East), $180 (within the EU) and $180 between the Middle East and EU verified 2026-07-22 Advance booking notice 48 hours The following conditions must be met before acceptance on the flight: The reservation must be made at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled flight departure time. verified 2026-08-16 Advance booking required ✓ YesThe carriage of pets (Cats and Dogs) in passenger cabin is only permitted in Economy Class Cabins and is subject to the following conditions: Requirements Details Maximum Weight of animal & crate 7 kg (15 Ibs) Maximum… verified 2026-08-15 Booking method counter …Important Notice: Animal in hold is allowed to be accepted with passengers as checked baggage from Check-in counter out of Riyadh airport. verified 2026-08-16 Advance notice hours 48 hours The reservation must be arranged at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled flight departure time and an approval is required from RJ's Systems & Procedures Section. verified 2026-07-20 Carrier size 50 × 40 × 26 cm …shall be placed under the owner ’s seat and its dimensions shall not exceed the under-seat stowage limit of 40 cm (L) x 50 cm (W) x 26 cm (H) verified 2026-07-20 Max weight (pet + crate) 7 kg The carriage of pets (Cats and Dogs) in passenger cabin is only permitted in Economy Class Cabins and is subject to the following conditions: The weight of the animal and crate (or pouch) must not exceed 7 kgs/15lbs verified 2026-07-02 Crate must have/be soft-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner …shall be placed under the owner ’s seat and its dimensions shall not exceed the under-seat stowage limit of 40 cm (L) x 50 cm (W) x 26 cm (H) verified 2026-07-20 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPets such as dogs, cats accompanying a passenger on the same flight may be accepted as checked baggage. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesProhibited Breeds/Mixes for AVIH (Live Animal in Hold) Transport Type Prohibited breeds/mixes Cats Exotic, Persian, Burmese (and snub-nosed mixes) Dogs Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Burmese Prohibited Breeds/Mixes for AVIH (Live Animal in Hold) Transport Type Prohibited breeds/mixes Cats Exotic, Persian, Burmese (and snub-nosed mixes) Dogs Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog… verified 2026-08-04 Hold: Advance booking notice 72 hours …Airline Regulations Confirm crate dimensions, weight limits, and breed restrictions. AVIH must be pre-booked 72 hrs in advance. verified 2026-08-04 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesThe carriage of pets (Cats and Dogs) in passenger cabin is only permitted in Economy Class Cabins and is subject to the following conditions: Requirements Details Maximum Weight of animal & crate 7 kg (15 Ibs) Maximum… verified 2026-08-04 Hold: Max pets per flight 4 A Maximum of 4 AVIH only, is allowed per aircraft. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier Crate Requirements IATA-approved crate with ventilation, locking, water access, and labels ("LIVE ANIMAL", contact, feeding info). Same as departure: IATA-compliant crate with required labeling and ventilation. verified 2026-08-14 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesProhibited Breeds/Mixes for AVIH (Live Animal in Hold) Transport Type Prohibited breeds/mixes Cats Exotic, Persian, Burmese (and snub-nosed mixes) Dogs Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Burmese Prohibited Breeds/Mixes for AVIH (Live Animal in Hold) Transport Type Prohibited breeds/mixes Cats Exotic, Persian, Burmese (and snub-nosed mixes) Dogs Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog… verified 2026-08-04 Cargo: Advance booking notice 72 hours …Airline Regulations Confirm crate dimensions, weight limits, and breed restrictions. AVIH must be pre-booked 72 hrs in advance. verified 2026-08-04 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ YesThe carriage of pets (Cats and Dogs) in passenger cabin is only permitted in Economy Class Cabins and is subject to the following conditions: Requirements Details Maximum Weight of animal & crate 7 kg (15 Ibs) Maximum… verified 2026-08-04 Cargo: Max pets per passenger 2 Maximum 2 pets per person for non-commercial import Additional Notes Avoid routing through countries with strict AVIH transit rules (e verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NoHas the owner confirmed the animal is not sedated? verified 2026-07-15 Cargo: Advance notice hours 48 hours The reservation must be made at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled flight departure time. Approval is required from RJ's Systems & Procedures Section. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier place for the interline sector? Is the animal at least 08 weeks old (destination country(s) regulations apply) Questions on the container to consider? Yes No N/A Is the container the right size and allows natural… verified 2026-08-28 Health & documents Health certificate validity 10 days Health Certificate Issued by licensed vet in India within 7–10 days of departure. verified 2026-08-04 Health certificate required ✓ YesHealth Certificate Issued by licensed vet in India within 7–10 days of departure verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Required ✓ Yesrive healthy via CDC-registered airport listed on form ACF Required: Yes. If a valid rabies serology titer provided: no quarantine, but reservation in ACF is required. The rabies vaccination certificate (or European… verified 2026-06-04 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days Health Certificate Issued by licensed vet in India within 7–10 days of departure. verified 2026-07-20 Cabin pet reservations on Royal Jordanian must be arranged at least 48 hours before departure. Call the airline two full days ahead to confirm the booking. Do not assume online seat selection secures the pet space. Only two pets travel per flight, so early requests protect the slot. Treat 48 hours as the minimum, and book earlier when the flight is busy.
Snub-nosed breeds require special handling for Royal Jordanian carriage. Confirm the breed status before purchasing a ticket, since brachycephalic dogs face additional restrictions in the hold. Prohibited breed and mix lists apply to hold transport. Verify the exact breed against the airline's live-animal policy. Request written confirmation that the specific dog qualifies before travel day, not after check-in.
Cooper has done trips like this three times now, and the thing that saved me every time was getting the details right before the airport, not at the counter. Royal Jordanian's rules are manageable once you know them. Don't guess your way through it: build a personalized plan for your exact route and dog with Pawgo's plan-builder, and walk in knowing every step is already handled.
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.
