I built a column just for Ukraine International Airlines, and the cabin line held Luna's attention: cats and small dogs ride up front, capped at 10 kg including the carrier. That number decides everything else. Weigh your pet in its bag first, then read on. The rest of the spreadsheet covers cargo, hold, and the snub-nosed rule that trips up more travelers than the weight limit ever will.
Ukraine International Airlines'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 Ukraine International Airlines handles your pet Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the
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In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ Accepted.org/web/20240108133626/https://www.flyuia.com/ua/en/information/traveling-with-pets AGREE WE VALUE YOUR PRIVACY Our website uses cookies and similar technologies, incl. third-party tools to ensure the full… verified 2026-07-14 Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesStarting from 1 July 2021, transportation of brachycephalic animals on UIA flights as checked baggage is prohibited. The transportation of brachycephalic animals (including mixed-breeds) on UIA flights is permitted only… verified 2026-07-14 Snub-nosed breeds list Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Lhasa Apso Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Japanese Chin Mastiff ch animal transportation must be one size larger than the normal one and with the ventilation on 4 sides. Brachycephalic dog and cat breeds list Dogs Cats Affenpinscher English Toy Spaniel British Short Hair American… verified 2026-07-14 Advance booking notice 24 hours You will save up to 50% if you prepay for carriage of your cat or dog in the cabin at least 24 hours prior to the departure. verified 2026-07-14 Advance booking required ✓ YesA service animal can be carried in the aircraft cabin free of charge under the following conditions: Provided its carriage is agreed with UIA in advance, at least 24 hours prior to departure. Please request the carriage… verified 2026-07-14 Max pets per passenger 1 You can only take one pet container with you in the cabin verified 2026-07-14 Sedation allowed ✗ NoTranquilizers and sedatives Tranquilizers and sedatives Sedation of animals, except under certain conditions and carried out under veterinary supervision, is not recommended. verified 2026-07-14 Advance notice hours 24 hours Request pet transportation in the cabin via UIA Customer Support Center at least 24 hours prior to your flight departure. verified 2026-07-14 Sedation needs vet approval ✓ YesSedation of animals, except under certain conditions and carried out under veterinary supervision, is not recommended. verified 2026-07-14 Carrier size 55 × 23 cm …of animals. The weight of a container with an animal should not exceed 10 kg . Maximum size: 55 x 40 x 23 cm. verified 2026-07-14 Max weight (pet + crate) 10 kg Animals for emotional support in the cabin Animals for emotional support in the cabin An animal for emotional support is: pet (dog or cat weighing up to 10 kg ) for emotional support of passenger. verified 2026-07-14 Crate must have/be soft-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, absorbent liner, a carrier …of animals. The weight of a container with an animal should not exceed 10 kg . Maximum size: 55 x 40 x 23 cm. verified 2026-07-14 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPlease note that Ukraine International Airlines does not provide transportation of animals to the United Kingdom – neither in the cabin, nor as checked baggage or cargo. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesStarting from 1 July 2021, transportation of brachycephalic animals on UIA flights as checked baggage is prohibited. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Cane Corso Dogue de Bordeaux Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Japanese Chin Shar Pei Mastiff Brachycephalic dog and cat breeds list Dogs Cats Affenpinscher English Toy Spaniel British Short Hair American staffordshire terrier /Bull terrier Japanese Chin Birman Band Dog Lhasa Apso Burmese Boston Terrier Mastiff… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking notice 24 hours Request pet transportation in the cabin via UIA Customer Support Center at least 24 hours prior to your flight departure information about transportation General terms and conditions… verified 2026-07-27 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesIf you are planning to transport a pet, please send a request to UIA well in advance. information about transportation General terms and conditions Tranquilizers and sedatives Pets travelling in the cabin Service… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Heat embargo 32°C The transportation of pets weighing above 32 kg (70 lb) to 75 kg (165 lb) in the cargo hold is prohibited to/from the following airports: Bangkok,… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ NoTranquilizers and sedatives Tranquilizers and sedatives Sedation of animals, except under certain conditions and carried out under veterinary supervision, is not recommended. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Sedation needs vet approval ✓ YesTranquilizers and sedatives Tranquilizers and sedatives Sedation of animals, except under certain conditions and carried out under veterinary supervision, is not recommended verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, absorbent liner, live-animal label Must be clean and undamaged, rigid enough and stay closed throughout the journey to prevent the animal escaping. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Accepteds Tranquilizers and sedatives Pets travelling in the cabin Service (guide/assistance) animals in the cabin Animals for emotional support in the cabin Pets travelling in the cargo hold as checked baggage Pets on charter… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Yeson the transportation of animals Restrictions on the transportation of animals PLEASE NOTE! Starting from 1 July 2021, transportation of brachycephalic animals on UIA flights as checked baggage is prohibited verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Cane Corso Dogue de Bordeaux Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Japanese Chin Shar Pei Mastiff Brachycephalic dog and cat breeds list Dogs Cats Affenpinscher English Toy Spaniel British Short Hair American staffordshire terrier /Bull terrier Japanese Chin Birman Band Dog Lhasa Apso Burmese Boston Terrier Mastiff… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking notice 24 hours Request pet transportation in the cabin via UIA Customer Support Center at least 24 hours prior to your flight departure. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ YesYou can make your own cookie settings or change these settings later in the specified Policy . Сhange settings More details Collapse WE VALUE YOUR PRIVACY Our website uses cookies and similar technologies, incl.… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Heat embargo 32°C The transportation of pets weighing above 32 kg (70 lb) to 75 kg (165 lb) in the cargo hold is prohibited to/from the following airports: Bangkok,… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NoTranquilizers and sedatives Tranquilizers and sedatives Sedation of animals, except under certain conditions and carried out under veterinary supervision, is not recommended information about transportation General… verified 2026-07-13 Cargo: Sedation needs vet approval ✓ YesTranquilizers and sedatives Tranquilizers and sedatives Sedation of animals, except under certain conditions and carried out under veterinary supervision, is not recommended verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Crate must have/be water bowl, ventilated, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Maximum weight (container + animals) in hold – up to 75 kg (165 lb)*. Separate food and water troughs must be provided. Food and water containers must be of a suitable type for the animal. verified 2026-07-29 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ Yesab Emirates Ministry of Environment and Water (UAE MOEW); and Veterinarian good health certificate issued by the competent Authorities of the exporting country; and Original vaccination card or pet passport which… verified 2026-07-14 Health certificate validity 10 days …The following documents must be completed: an official veterinary health certificate issued not more than 10 days prior to arrival to Israel. verified 2026-07-14 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ YesRABIES SEROLOGICAL TEST (when required)3 I have seen an official record of the result of a serological test for the animal, carried out on a sample taken on (dd/mm/yyy) ___________, and tested in an OIE-approved… verified 2026-07-15 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Test must follow vaccination days 30 days …analysis of blood serum samples taken by a competent veterinarian 3 months prior to journey and no less than 30 days after the last rabies vaccination, an acceptable report of the results of the analysis on antibody… verified 2026-07-14 Import permit · Issuing authority the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Environment and Water mported only as manifested cargo via approved ports and must be accompanied by: Import permit issued by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Environment and Water (UAE MOEW); and Veterinarian good health certificate issued by the competent Au verified 2026-07-14 Health certificate · Government endorsed ✓ Yestcode: City: Country: Telephone: (*) Delete as applicable ENDORSEMENT BY THE COMPETENT AUTHORITY (not necessary when the certificate is signed by an official veterinarian) DA verified 2026-07-15 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ Yes2 All dogs/cats require a veterinary confirmation that they have been vaccinated against rabies no more than one year and no less than 30 days prior to their arrival in Israel with the exception of arrivals from… verified 2026-07-15 Rabies vaccination · Booster required ✓ Yesn 30 days prior to their arrival to Israel; The serological test for the animal must be taken not less than 30 days after the vaccination against rabies; The dog/cat shall be no less than 4 months of age upon arrival to… verified 2026-07-14 Other rules Restricted breeds list Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier Dogs from 6 to 12 months old are accepted for transportation on the basis of 1 dog per 1 passenger (subject to UIA animal transportation per flight restrictions) ISRAEL If you are going to travel with pets from Ukraine… verified 2026-07-14 Service & assistance animals Fee waived ✓ YesService (guide/assistance) animals in the cabin Service (guide/assistance) animals in the cabin A service animal is: seeing-eye, hearing or assistance dog accompanying a blind, deaf or paraplegic passenger; assistance… verified 2026-07-14 Recognized ✓ YesDogs must have collars, leashes and muzzles. All documents confirming that a service dog is trained for accompanying a passenger with disability who is dependent upon it, must be presented upon request to UIA… verified 2026-07-14 Cabin allowed ✓ YesDogs must have collars, leashes and muzzles. All documents confirming that a service dog is trained for accompanying a passenger with disability who is dependent upon it, must be presented upon request to UIA… verified 2026-07-14 Esa recognized ✓ YesAn animal for emotional support is: pet (dog or cat weighing up to 10 kg ) for emotional support of passenger. verified 2026-07-14 Max pets per passenger 1 Maximum number of service animals per passenger in the cabin: 1 service animal (SVAN) verified 2026-07-14 Advance notice hours 24 hours A service animal can be carried in the aircraft cabin free of charge under the following conditions: Provided its carriage is agreed with UIA in advance, at least 24 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-14 Documentation required ✓ Yesab Emirates Ministry of Environment and Water (UAE MOEW); and Veterinarian good health certificate issued by the competent Authorities of the exporting country; and Original vaccination card or pet passport which… verified 2026-07-14 In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedransporting pets Home Information Transporting pets We transports only dogs and cats in the cabin and the cargo hold. If you are planning to transport a pet, please send a request to UIA well in advance. information… verified 2026-07-14 Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesStarting from 1 July 2021, transportation of brachycephalic animals on UIA flights as checked baggage is prohibited. The transportation of brachycephalic animals (including mixed-breeds) on UIA flights is permitted only… verified 2026-07-14 Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Burmese Scottish Fold Brachycephalic dog and cat breeds list Dogs Cats Affenpinscher English Toy Spaniel British Short Hair American staffordshire terrier /Bull terrier Japanese Chin Birman Band Dog Lhasa Apso Burmese Boston Terrier Mastiff… verified 2026-07-14 Advance booking notice 24 hours You will save up to 50% if you prepay for carriage of your cat or dog in the cabin at least 24 hours prior to the departure. verified 2026-07-14 Advance booking required ✓ YesYou can only take one pet container with you in the cabin. You must hold the container or fit it under the front seat and may not place on the seat. Your pet is not allowed to leave the transport kennel during the… verified 2026-07-14 Max pets per passenger 1 You can only take one pet container with you in the cabin verified 2026-07-14 Advance notice hours 24 hours Request pet transportation in the cabin via UIA Customer Support Center at least 24 hours prior to your flight departure. verified 2026-07-14 Sedation needs vet approval ✓ YesSedation of animals, except under certain conditions and carried out under veterinary supervision, is not recommended. verified 2026-07-14 Carrier size 23 × 55 cm Maximum size: 55 x 40 x 23 cm. verified 2026-07-14 Max weight (pet + crate) 10 kg Animals for emotional support in the cabin Animals for emotional support in the cabin An animal for emotional support is: pet (dog or cat weighing up to 10 kg ) for emotional support of passenger. verified 2026-07-14 Crate must have/be soft-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, absorbent liner, a carrier Maximum size: 55 x 40 x 23 cm. verified 2026-07-14 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPlease note that Ukraine International Airlines does not provide transportation of animals to the United Kingdom – neither in the cabin, nor as checked baggage or cargo. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesStarting from 1 July 2021, transportation of brachycephalic animals on UIA flights as checked baggage is prohibited. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Burmese Scottish Fold Brachycephalic dog and cat breeds list Dogs Cats Affenpinscher English Toy Spaniel British Short Hair American staffordshire terrier /Bull terrier Japanese Chin Birman Band Dog Lhasa Apso Burmese Boston Terrier Mastiff… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking notice 48 hours …your flight departure. Exception: for flights operated to Israel, the service shall be ordered no later than 48 hours before the flight departure. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesIf you are planning to transport a pet, please send a request to UIA well in advance. information about transportation General terms and conditions Tranquilizers and sedatives Pets travelling in the cabin Service… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Heat embargo 32°C The transportation of pets weighing above 32 kg (70 lb) to 75 kg (165 lb) in the cargo hold is prohibited to/from the following airports: Bangkok,… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ NoTranquilizers and sedatives Tranquilizers and sedatives Sedation of animals, except under certain conditions and carried out under veterinary supervision, is not recommended information about transportation General… verified 2026-07-13 Hold: Sedation needs vet approval ✓ YesTranquilizers and sedatives Tranquilizers and sedatives Sedation of animals, except under certain conditions and carried out under veterinary supervision, is not recommended verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, absorbent liner, live-animal label Must be clean and undamaged, rigid enough and stay closed throughout the journey to prevent the animal escaping. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Accepteds Tranquilizers and sedatives Pets travelling in the cabin Service (guide/assistance) animals in the cabin Animals for emotional support in the cabin Pets travelling in the cargo hold as checked baggage Pets on charter… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Yeson the transportation of animals Restrictions on the transportation of animals PLEASE NOTE! Starting from 1 July 2021, transportation of brachycephalic animals on UIA flights as checked baggage is prohibited verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Persian Himalayan Burmese Scottish Fold Brachycephalic dog and cat breeds list Dogs Cats Affenpinscher English Toy Spaniel British Short Hair American staffordshire terrier /Bull terrier Japanese Chin Birman Band Dog Lhasa Apso Burmese Boston Terrier Mastiff… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours Exception: for flights operated to Israel, the service shall be ordered no later than 48 hours before the flight departure. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ YesIf you are planning to transport a pet, please send a request to UIA well in advance. information about transportation General terms and conditions Tranquilizers and sedatives Pets travelling in the cabin Service… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Heat embargo 32°C The transportation of pets weighing above 32 kg (70 lb) to 75 kg (165 lb) in the cargo hold is prohibited to/from the following airports: Bangkok,… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NoTranquilizers and sedatives Tranquilizers and sedatives Sedation of animals, except under certain conditions and carried out under veterinary supervision, is not recommended information about transportation General… verified 2026-07-13 Cargo: Sedation needs vet approval ✓ YesTranquilizers and sedatives Tranquilizers and sedatives Sedation of animals, except under certain conditions and carried out under veterinary supervision, is not recommended verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg Pets must travel as cargo if: the carriage of pets weighing over 32 kg / 70 lb (including the container) has not been approved by the carrier; your cats / dogs + container weigh more than 75 kg / 165 lb*. verified 2026-07-22 Cargo: Crate must have/be water bowl, ventilated, absorbent liner, live-animal label Separate food and water troughs must be provided animal Separate food and water troughs must be provided Food and water containers must be of a suitable type for the animal verified 2026-06-27 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ Yeshat cats, dogs and birds (including falcons) can be imported only as manifested cargo via approved ports and must be accompanied by: Import permit issued by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Environment and Water… verified 2026-07-14 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days gerous breed; The following documents must be completed: an official veterinary health certificate issued not more than 10 days prior to arrival to Israel. verified 2026-07-14 Prepay for cabin carriage of a cat or dog at least 24 hours before departure and save up to 50 percent on the fee. Book that slot the day before you fly, not at the counter. Waiting until check-in forfeits the discount entirely. Set a reminder 24 hours out, confirm the reservation, and keep the confirmation number where the gate agent can see it.
Since 1 July 2021, brachycephalic animals, including mixed breeds, are prohibited as checked baggage on UIA flights. A snub-nosed declaration is required. Identify whether the breed qualifies before booking, because approval hinges on it. Provide the breed and mix on the booking form. Do not assume a flat-faced dog or cat will board the hold; confirm eligibility in writing first.
Frequently asked
How many pets can I bring on Ukraine International Airlines? Ukraine International Airlines allows 1 in the cabin, per passenger. Each pet needs its own carrier. What is the cabin weight limit on Ukraine International Airlines? In the cabin, your pet plus its carrier must not exceed 10 kg. Can snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds fly Ukraine International Airlines? Snub-nosed breeds such as bulldogs, pugs and Persian cats are not accepted in the cabin, not accepted in the hold. How far in advance must I book my pet on Ukraine International Airlines? Add your pet to the booking at least 24 hours before departure — do it when you book the ticket, not at the airport. 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.
Luna disapproves of taxiing, but she approves of a tidy plan, and this one has a hard edge: 10 kg in the cabin, snub-nosed paperwork, and a 24-hour prepay window worth half the fee. Do not fly on a guessed row of my spreadsheet. Build a personalized plan for your exact pet, route, and dates with Pawgo's plan-builder, then print a copy for three places, like I do.
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.
