Here's what nobody tells you about flying a snub-nosed dog on Uzbekistan Airways: they'll take dogs in the cabin, but only if the paperwork lines up. Mochi and I have hit this wall before, and it stings when you're already at the counter. Uzbekistan Airways accepts dogs in the cabin, which is rare enough to celebrate. The catch is in the fine print, and that's where most people trip.
Uzbekistan Airways'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 Uzbekistan Airways 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 ✓ AcceptedAn animal up to 8 kg can be transported in the cabin of the aircraft verified 2026-07-20 Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Yesine will help make your pet's travel comfortable and safe. Booking the transportation of animals Transportation of animals in the passenger cabin Accepting animals for transportation as baggage Rules for accepting… verified 2026-07-20 Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Bullmastiff Dogue de Bordeaux Affenpinscher particular, to make a decision on the possibility of booking transportation of brachycephalic dogs (English, American and French bulldogs, Affenpinscher, Brussels griffin, Dogue de Bordeaux, Japanese Hin, Cavalier King… verified 2026-07-20 Minimum age 12 weeks 1 30 days before entry, animal passport, microchip and rabies vaccine, older than 12 weeks (blood test required after vaccination 30 days later) Allowed Allowed Allowed K Booking of the service… verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking notice 36 hours A request for booking the carriage of an animal as baggage must be made no later than 36 (thirty-six) hours before the scheduled flight departure. verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking required ✓ YesAttention! Confirmation of the request for the transportation of animals for transportation in the baggage and cargo compartme nts of the aircraft is made for animals whose weight together with the cage does not exceed… verified 2026-07-20 Max pets per passenger 2 d to accept no more than: For B-787, B-767, A-330 – the maximum allowable number of containers with animals is 5, guide dogs/service dogs - 2; For A-320, A-321 – 3 containers with animals. The maximum allo verified 2026-07-20 Banned destinations ✗ Yesine will help make your pet's travel comfortable and safe. Booking the transportation of animals Transportation of animals in the passenger cabin Accepting animals for transportation as baggage Rules for accepting… verified 2026-07-20 Exit row allowed ✗ NoExit row or bulkhead seats cannot be reserved when flying with a pet. verified 2026-07-14 Under seat required ✓ YesThe container with the animal booked for transportation in the passenger cabin must be placed under the seat in front of the flight The container with the animal booked for transportation in the passenger cabin must be… verified 2026-07-20 Advance notice hours 34 hours Reservations must be made at least 34 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-14 Aircraft restrictions ✗ YesAnimals are not allowed on L410 aircraft. verified 2026-07-14 Pregnant animals accepted ✓ Yes№ Name of the special baggage The number of rates charged Rules of acceptance for transportation Backs to normal 1 Small animals and birds in the aircraft cabin weighing no more than 8 kg 1 rate Animals in the cabin are… verified 2026-07-14 Carrier size 46 × 28 × 24 cm The maximum dimensions for pet carriers flown in the cabin are 18″L x 11″W x 9.5″H (46 x 28 x 24 cm). The total sum of dimensions must not exceed 45″ (115 cm). verified 2026-07-14 Max weight (pet + crate) 8 kg The maximum weight of a pet including its carrier is 8 kg when flying with Uzbekistan Airways. verified 2026-07-14 Crate must have/be ventilated, absorbent liner, a carrier The maximum dimensions for pet carriers flown in the cabin are 18″L x 11″W x 9.5″H (46 x 28 x 24 cm). The total sum of dimensions must not exceed 45″ (115 cm). verified 2026-07-14 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedDogs, cats, birds and rodents can be flown on Uzbekistan Airways as checked baggage. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesUzbekistan has identified the following breeds as brachycephalic (snub- or flat-nosed) and will only accept these breeds in the cargo hold with documentation from a specialist or veterinarian that the breed’s physical… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Bullmastiff Dogue de Bordeaux Affenpinscher particular, to make a decision on the possibility of booking transportation of brachycephalic dogs (English, American and French bulldogs, Affenpinscher, Brussels griffin, Dogue de Bordeaux, Japanese Hin, Cavalier King… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Minimum age 15 weeks Forbidden Forbidden Allowed Import of pets older than 15 weeks verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Advance booking notice 36 hours A request for booking the carriage of an animal as baggage must be made no later than 36 (thirty-six) hours before the scheduled flight departure. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesAnimals and birds weighing more than 8 (eight) kg with a cage are transported only in the baggage and cargo compartments of the aircraft as checked baggage. Attention! Confirmation of the request for the transportation… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Booking method reservation …of transportation of pets and birds as checked baggage is made subject to the mandatory inclusion in the reservation of a request for the transportation of an animal (SSR code for animals transported in the baggage and cargo… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 50 kg …cargo compartments of the aircraft is made for animals whose weight together with the cage does not exceed 50 (fifty) kg. Rules for accepting animals on flights of Uzbekistan Airways JSC Direction Availability of… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be Iata compliant, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier All crates must conform to regulations imposed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedSmall pets are welcome to travel in the cabin and larger animals can travel as cargo. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Yesfor transportation as baggage Rules for accepting animals on flights of Uzbekistan Airways JSC Transportation of animals in the baggage and cargo compartments of an aircraft Booking the transportation of animals.… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog Pug Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Bullmastiff Dogue de Bordeaux Affenpinscher particular, to make a decision on the possibility of booking transportation of brachycephalic dogs (English, American and French bulldogs, Affenpinscher, Brussels griffin, Dogue de Bordeaux, Japanese Hin, Cavalier King… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Minimum age 15 weeks Forbidden Forbidden Allowed Import of pets older than 15 weeks verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking notice 34 hours Reservations Reservations must be made at least 34 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ YesAttention! Confirmation of the request for the transportation of animals for transportation in the baggage and cargo compartme nts of the aircraft is made for animals whose weight together with the cage does not exceed… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier comply with necessary hygienic requirements, etc.); the temperature conditions, ventilation and equipment of the aircraft compartments do not allow the animal to be transported without prejudice to its life and health;… verified 2026-07-20 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ YesClose ARegular versionAContrast version A A A Font-size Enable a screen reader About Company Uzbekistan Airways website Cargo tracing ESG – Uzbekistan Airways Company Board Airline management Contact Information… verified 2026-07-28 Microchip · Required ✓ YesAllowed Allowed Allowed Sharm Sheikh (SSH) With international veterinary certificate No. 1 14 days before entry, animal passports, microchip and rabies vaccine are required for animals older than 6 months at the time of… verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Required ✓ YesAllowed Allowed Allowed Sharm Sheikh (SSH) With international veterinary certificate No. 1 14 days before entry, animal passports, microchip and rabies vaccine are required for animals older than 6 months at the time of… verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ YesRabies vaccination is mandatory for pets that are more than 3 months old at the time of vaccination, at least 1 month and not a maximum of 12 months before departure. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination · Waiting period after vaccination 21 days 1 14 days before entry, animal passports, microchip and rabies vaccine are required for animals older than 6 months at the time of vaccination, no less than 21 days before arrival. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 7 weeks 1, animal passport, microchip and rabies vaccine must be done more than 7 weeks before arrival. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination required · Rabies vaccination required ✓ YesRabies vaccination is mandatory for pets that are more than 3 months old at the time of vaccination, at least 1 month and not a maximum of 12 months before departure. verified 2026-06-19 Other rules Assistance animals accepted ✓ YesAn exception is made for guide dogs that accompany disabled passengers. verified 2026-07-20 Service & assistance animals Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAll service dogs transported in the passenger cabin may fly in the cabin at no charge. verified 2026-07-14 Fee waived ✓ YesAll service dogs transported in the passenger cabin may fly in the cabin at no charge. verified 2026-07-14 Recognized ✓ YesFor different types of aircraft for transportation in passenger cabins, it is allowed to accept no more than: For B-787, B-767, A-330 – the maximum allowable number of containers with animals is 5, guide dogs/service… verified 2026-07-28 Cabin allowed ✓ YesSpecially trained guide dogs accompanying passengers with visual or hearing disabilities, as well as service dogs of the canine service of state bodies, are accepted for transportation in the passenger cabin without… verified 2026-07-28 Advance notice hours 48 hours Notice must be provided to the airline at least 48 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-14 Documentation required ✓ YesThe following pets can travel with you in the cabin: Dogs, cats, monkeys, birds. Pets which fit into a small or medium sized pet pack (max.8 kg with cage/container) can be carried into the passenger cabin. Otherwise,… verified 2026-07-14 Recognized organizations organization that specializes in service dog training They must be trained by an organization that specializes in service dog training to provide specific tasks for a person with a disability. verified 2026-07-14 In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAn animal up to 8 kg can be transported in the cabin of the aircraft verified 2026-07-20 Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Yesine will help make your pet's travel comfortable and safe. Booking the transportation of animals Transportation of animals in the passenger cabin Accepting animals for transportation as baggage Rules for accepting… verified 2026-07-20 Minimum age 15 weeks Forbidden Forbidden Allowed Import of pets older than 15 weeks verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking notice 36 hours A request for booking the carriage of an animal as baggage must be made no later than 36 (thirty-six) hours before the scheduled flight departure. verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking required ✓ YesAttention! Confirmation of the request for the transportation of animals for transportation in the baggage and cargo compartme nts of the aircraft is made for animals whose weight together with the cage does not exceed… verified 2026-07-20 Max pets per passenger 2 d to accept no more than: For B-787, B-767, A-330 – the maximum allowable number of containers with animals is 5, guide dogs/service dogs - 2; For A-320, A-321 – 3 containers with animals. The maximum allo verified 2026-07-20 Booking method agent …Chow, Boston Terrier, Bullmastiff, Shih Tzu, Chihuahua, pug, Brasileiro, Pekingese, Lhasa apso, boxer) the agent or representative of the airline has the right to request a written opinion fro verified 2026-07-20 Exit row allowed ✗ NoExit row or bulkhead seats cannot be reserved when flying with a pet. verified 2026-07-14 Under seat required ✓ YesThe container with the animal booked for transportation in the passenger cabin must be placed under the seat in front of the flight The container with the animal booked for transportation in the passenger cabin must be… verified 2026-07-20 Advance notice hours 34 hours Reservations must be made at least 34 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-14 Pregnant animals accepted ✓ Yes№ Name of the special baggage The number of rates charged Rules of acceptance for transportation Backs to normal 1 Small animals and birds in the aircraft cabin weighing no more than 8 kg 1 rate Animals in the cabin are… verified 2026-07-14 Carrier size 46 × 28 × 24 cm The maximum dimensions for pet carriers flown in the cabin are 18″L x 11″W x 9.5″H (46 x 28 x 24 cm). The total sum of dimensions must not exceed 45″ (115 cm). verified 2026-07-14 Max weight (pet + crate) 8 kg The maximum weight of a pet including its carrier is 8 kg when flying with Uzbekistan Airways. verified 2026-07-14 Crate must have/be water bowl, ventilated, absorbent liner, a carrier The maximum dimensions for pet carriers flown in the cabin are 18″L x 11″W x 9.5″H (46 x 28 x 24 cm). The total sum of dimensions must not exceed 45″ (115 cm). verified 2026-07-14 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedDogs, cats, birds and rodents can be flown on Uzbekistan Airways as checked baggage. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ YesOn flights of Uzbekistan Airways JSC acceptance for transportation of dogs for import into the territory of the United States is PROHIBITED both as baggage (in the passenger cabin and in the baggage and cargo compartmen verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Minimum age 15 weeks Forbidden Forbidden Allowed Import of pets older than 15 weeks verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Advance booking notice 34 hours Reservations Reservations must be made at least 34 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ YesAnimals and birds weighing more than 8 (eight) kg with a cage are transported only in the baggage and cargo compartments of the aircraft as checked baggage. Attention! Confirmation of the request for the transportation… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ Noing element has a reliable protective hood. Theseforceps should not be used on board an aircraft. Gas refuelingelements for suchforceps are not allowed to be transported either inchecked baggage orin handluggage. NO YES… verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 50 kg …cargo compartments of the aircraft is made for animals whose weight together with the cage does not exceed 50 (fifty) kg. Rules for accepting animals on flights of Uzbekistan Airways JSC Direction Availability of… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be Iata compliant, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier All crates must conform to regulations imposed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedSmall pets are welcome to travel in the cabin and larger animals can travel as cargo. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Minimum age 15 weeks Forbidden Forbidden Allowed Import of pets older than 15 weeks verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking notice 34 hours Reservations Reservations must be made at least 34 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ YesAttention! Confirmation of the request for the transportation of animals for transportation in the baggage and cargo compartme nts of the aircraft is made for animals whose weight together with the cage does not exceed… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier for transportation as baggage Rules for accepting animals on flights of Uzbekistan Airways JSC Transportation of animals in the baggage and cargo compartments of an aircraft Booking the transportation of animals.… verified 2026-07-20 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ YesA health certificate is required when transporting your pet according to the rules and regulations of the country of departure, arrival or transit verified 2026-07-24 Health certificate · Validity days 60 days Import permits and licenses must be granted no less than 15 days and no more than 60 days prior to arrival. verified 2026-07-20 Uzbekistan Airways requires the cabin animal booking request no later than 36 hours before scheduled departure. Book the pet slot the moment the flight is confirmed, not the night before. Waiting until check-in leaves the request outside the window, and the counter cannot add a dog on the spot. Lock in that 36-hour reservation early and confirm it in writing.
Uzbekistan Airways prohibits acceptance of dogs bound for import into the United States, both as cabin baggage and in the hold. A United States destination closes this route for the dog entirely. Route the trip through a different carrier for that leg, or split the itinerary so the animal never boards a United States-bound Uzbekistan Airways flight. Verify the final destination before booking anything.
Frequently asked
How many pets can I bring on Uzbekistan Airways? Uzbekistan Airways allows 2 in the cabin, per passenger. Each pet needs its own carrier. Can snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds fly Uzbekistan Airways? Snub-nosed breeds such as bulldogs, pugs and Persian cats are not accepted in the cabin. How much does it cost to fly a pet on Uzbekistan Airways? On flights within Metropolitan France, Uzbekistan Airways charges from 250 USD in the cabin, and 100 USD in the hold, one way per pet. Longer routes cost more — price your exact itinerary. How far in advance must I book my pet on Uzbekistan Airways? Add your pet to the booking at least 36 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.
The cabin pet fee on Uzbekistan Airways runs 250 USD one way. Budget 250 USD per direction, so a round trip doubles to 500 USD before any other charges. Pay it as a separate line from the passenger ticket and keep the receipt. Confirm the amount at booking, since the fee attaches to the animal, not the seat.
So that's the Uzbekistan Airways picture: cabin dogs welcome, a US destination off the table, and a fee that adds up fast. Don't wing it the way I once did at a customs window. Build a personalized plan for your exact route and dog before you pay for anything. Pawgo's plan-builder walks you through the microchip, the 36-hour window, and the fee, so nothing ambushes you at the counter.
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.
