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Copa Airlines allows dogs and cats in the cabin (max 10 kg with carrier) and in cargo. Brachycephalic breeds are banned from cargo. A health certificate is required, valid for 7 days.
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In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedSmall dogs and cats can be flown in the cabin. verified 2026-07-20 Minimum age 16 weeks Pets less than 16 weeks old are not accepted. verified 2026-08-15 Advance booking notice 48 hours Make a reservation for the pet The pet must be checked in at least 48 hours prior to flight departure or at the time of ticket purchase through our Sales Offices or Call Center.… verified 2026-08-13 Advance booking required ✓ JaEnsure you have a reservation and confirmation email from an Animal Care Facility (ACF) at a CDC-approved airport, and that the dog’s details match on both. Entry is permitted only via CDC-approved airports: ATL, JFK,… verified 2026-08-29 Max pets per passenger 1 with the conditions described below for transporting my pet: • Only one pet allowed per passenger and one pet per kennel. • The pet must travel on the same flight and use a kennel that is appropriate for its transport.… verified 2026-08-28 Max pets per flight 3 Only three pets are permitted to fly in the cabin on each flight. verified 2026-07-20 Booking method booking or through Copa Airline’s Sales Office …for your pet should be made a minimum of 48 hours in advance of departure either: at the time of your booking or through Copa Airline’s Sales Office or by contacting Copa Airline’s Call Center or Pets that arrive at the airport without a verified 2026-08-28 Sedation allowed ✗ NeinInformation Sedated pets will not be accepted. verified 2026-08-01 Advance notice hours 48 hours Make sure you reserve through our Reservations Center at least 48 hours before the flight's departure verified 2026-07-20 Max pets per carrier 1 Only one pet allowed per passenger and one pet per kennel. verified 2026-07-13 Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinServices Request Traveling with infants Traveling with pets Minors traveling alone Pregnant women Other medical conditions Accessibility Plan And Feedback Process Travelling with companions You are in: Special Services… verified 2026-08-28 Carrier size 45 × 28 × 28 cm Container Width Length Height Soft-sided 11" (28 cm) 18" (45.7 cm) 11" (28 cm) Documentation and Forms Complete the Terms and Conditions Form for pet… verified 2026-08-18 Max weight (pet + crate) 10 kg Pets in the Cabin Small cats and dogs at least 16 weeks old can be transported in the cabin on a number of flights with Copa Airlines if the combined weight of the pet and carrier does not exceed 20 lbs (10 kg). verified 2026-08-13 Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, soft-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Container Width Length Height Soft-sided 11" (28 cm) 18" (45.7 cm) 11" (28 cm) Documentation and Forms Complete the Terms and Conditions Form for pet… verified 2026-08-18 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAll pets transported as checked baggage (in cargo hold) or carry-on baggage (in the main cabin) will be charged a fee, based on excess baggage rates. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaThe following breeds are not accepted as cargo: Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, English Bulldog, Canary Catch Dog, Argentine Dogo, Cane Corso, and Brasilian Fila. verified 2026-08-14 Hold: Advance booking notice 48 hours Make a reservation for the pet The pet must be checked in at least 48 hours prior to flight departure or at the time of ticket purchase through our Sales Offices or Call Center verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaEnsure you have a reservation and confirmation email from an Animal Care Facility (ACF) at a CDC-approved airport, and that the dog’s details match on both. Entry is permitted only via CDC-approved airports: ATL, JFK,… verified 2026-08-29 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ NeinInformation Sedated pets will not be accepted. verified 2026-08-01 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label It must have holes to allow ventilation. It must prevent any part of the pet from being left out of it. Container Width Length Height Soft sides 11" (28 cm) 18" (45.7 cm) 11" (28 cm) Not allowed Allowed d. verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedPets in Cargo Dogs and cats who don't meet the requirements for transport in the cabin can travel as cargo instead with Copa Pets. verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaThe following breeds are not accepted as cargo: Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, English Bulldog, Canary Catch Dog, Argentine Dogo, Cane Corso, and Brasilian Fila. verified 2026-08-14 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours Make a reservation for the pet The pet must be checked in at least 48 hours prior to flight departure or at the time of ticket purchase through our Sales Offices or Call Center.… verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaEnsure you have a reservation and confirmation email from an Animal Care Facility (ACF) at a CDC-approved airport, and that the dog’s details match on both. Entry is permitted only via CDC-approved airports: ATL, JFK,… verified 2026-08-29 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NeinSedated pets will not be accepted. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label It must have holes to allow ventilation. It must prevent any part of the pet from being left out of it. verified 2026-08-15 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaA current health certificate and proof of valid rabies vaccination is required for all pets flying in the cabin with Copa Airlines. verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate validity 7 days Official Veterinary Health Certificate (dated within 7 days of travel date) from the exporting country detailing all requirements. verified 2026-08-13 Microchip · Required ✓ JaRequirements for Category 2 countries: Pets must be microchipped; Pets must be vaccinated against rabies after implantation of the microchip; Thirty (30) days after rabies vaccination, pets must have a blood test (FAVN… verified 2026-08-13 Quarantine · Type quarantine facilities . Animals from other countries are not allowed to enter Jamaica as there are no quarantine facilities available on the island. verified 2026-07-15 Quarantine · Reducible ✓ JaCategory 2: All other countries and territories Requirements for Category 1 countries Pets must be microchipped; Pets must be vaccinated against rabies after microchip implantation; Thirty-five (35) d Within seven (7)… verified 2026-06-25 Quarantine · Pre-approval required ✓ JaTo Bahamas The Bahamas Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources establishes sanitary requirements for the entry and exit of dogs and cats: All pets must have a Bahamas entry permit prior to their flight. It is the… verified 2026-08-15 Health certificate · Issuer an official veterinarian …cats entering Barbados must be accompanied by an Official Export Health Certificate signed and stamped by an official veterinarian of the country of origin. verified 2026-08-15 Health certificate · Required ✓ JaYou must present a USDA-endorsed Certification of U.S.-issued Rabies Vaccination form or USDA-endorsed export health certificate issued prior to July 31, 2025 (with valid unexpired rabies vaccination information listed). verified 2026-08-13 Health certificate · Original required ✓ Jaand exit of dogs and cats: Sanitary requirements for the entry of dogs and cats Original health certificate, issued by the official health entity of the country of origin with seal and original verified 2026-08-28 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ JaRequirements for the entry of dogs and cats Zoosanitary Export Certificate: It must be signed by an official veterinarian of the country of origin through the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock. In the case of dogs… verified 2026-08-28 Health certificate valid within days · Health certificate valid within days 7 days Official Veterinary Health Certificate (dated within 7 days of travel date) from the exporting country detailing all requirements. verified 2026-08-13 Other rules Minimum age 16 weeks Age/Weight requirements Your pet must be at least 16 weeks of age to fly. verified 2026-07-20 Dangerous breeds banned ✗ JaThe following breeds are not accepted as cargo: Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, English Bulldog, Canary Catch Dog, Argentine Dogo, Cane Corso, and Brasilian Fila. verified 2026-07-20 Breed restrictions apply ✗ JaThe following breeds are not accepted as cargo: Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, English Bulldog, Canary Catch Dog, Argentine Dogo, Cane Corso, and Brasilian Fila. verified 2026-07-20 Assistance animals accepted ✓ Jats service animals that are trained dogs in the cabin under certain conditions: Service dogs are accepted on all routes Service dogs can travel in the Main Cabin or Business Class. verified 2026-08-31 Service & assistance animals Esa note ESAs are only permitted to or from Colombia and Mexico ESAs are only permitted to or from Colombia and Mexico. verified 2026-07-20 Fee waived ✓ JaCheck in Related: How to clear airport security with a pet Pet fee Domestic Flights: $25 USD | $29-33 CAD International Flights $125 USD | 147-166 CAD Service dog pet policy All service dogs may fly in the main cabin or… verified 2026-07-20 Recognized ✓ JaMy TripsCheck-InFlight StatusConnectMiles Home Travel information Special Assistance Traveling with pets Traveling with pets Everything you need to know about transporting your pet Everything you need to know about… verified 2026-08-13 Cabin allowed ✓ JaTravel with your service dog Copa Airlines only transports service animals that are trained dogs in the cabin under certain conditions: Service dogs are accepted on all routes Service dogs can travel in the Main Cabin… verified 2026-08-13 Esa recognized ✓ JaTravel with your dog or emotional support animal Copa Airlines only transports emotional support animals in the cabin under certain conditions: Emotional support dogs are only accepted on routes where they are… verified 2026-08-13 Forms required ✓ JaIf you are traveling to/from the United States, you must complete the DOT Service Dog Transportation Form and submit two copies to the airport on the day of flight departure. verified 2026-07-15 Max pets per passenger 1 One pet per passenger is permitted. verified 2026-08-14 Documentation required ✓ Jatination countries when traveling with your service dog If you are traveling from dog-rabies-free or low-risk countries to the United States with a dog starting from August 1, 2024, find out the entry requirements here… verified 2026-07-14 In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedCopa Airlines only allows dogs and cats as pet in cabin verified 2026-08-25 Minimum age 16 weeks Pets less than 16 weeks old are not accepted. verified 2026-08-15 Advance booking notice 48 hours dogs into the U.S. a. Make a reservation for the pet The pet must be checked in at least 48 hours prior to flight departure or at the time of ticket verified 2026-08-28 Advance booking required ✓ JaPet Reservations Pet Reservations Pets must be checked in at least 48 hours prior to flight departure or at the time of ticket purchase through the Sales Offices or Call Center Pets in the Cabin Small cats and dogs at… verified 2026-08-15 Max pets per passenger 1 with the conditions described below for transporting my pet: • Only one pet allowed per passenger and one pet per kennel. • The pet must travel on the same flight and use a kennel that is appropriate for its transport.… verified 2026-08-28 Max pets per flight 3 Only three pets are permitted to fly in the cabin on each flight. verified 2026-07-20 Booking method contacting Copa Airline’s Call Center in advance of departure either: at the time of your booking or through Copa Airline’s Sales Office or by contacting Copa Airline’s Call Center or Pets that arrive at the airport without a reservation will fly subject to availability in the cabin verified 2026-08-28 Sedation allowed ✗ NeinInformation Sedated pets will not be accepted verified 2026-07-01 Advance notice hours 48 hours Make sure you reserve through our Reservations Center at least 48 hours before the flight's departure verified 2026-07-20 Max pets per carrier 1 Only one pet allowed per passenger and one pet per kennel. verified 2026-07-13 Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinServices Request Traveling with infants Traveling with pets Minors traveling alone Pregnant women Other medical conditions Accessibility Plan And Feedback Process Travelling with companions You are in: Special Services… verified 2026-08-28 Carrier size 45 × 27 × 27 cm Carrier Guidelines For pets traveling in the cabin, soft carriers must not exceed the dimensions of 18" x 11" x 11" (45 cm x 27 cm x 27 cm). verified 2026-08-14 Max weight (pet + crate) 10 kg Pets in the Cabin Small cats and dogs at least 16 weeks old can be transported in the cabin on a number of flights with Copa Airlines if the combined weight of the pet and carrier does not exceed 20 lbs (10 kg). verified 2026-08-13 Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, soft-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Carrier Guidelines For pets traveling in the cabin, soft carriers must not exceed the dimensions of 18" x 11" x 11" (45 cm x 27 cm x 27 cm). verified 2026-08-14 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAll pets transported as checked baggage (in cargo hold) or carry-on baggage (in the main cabin) will be charged a fee, based on excess baggage rates. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Minimum age 16 weeks Pets less than 16 weeks old are not accepted verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Advance booking notice 48 hours Make a reservation for the pet The pet must be checked in at least 48 hours prior to flight departure or at the time of ticket purchase through our Sales Offices or Call Center.… verified 2026-08-13 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaPet Reservations Pets must be checked in at least 48 hours prior to flight departure or at the time of ticket purchase through the Sales Offices or Call Center. verified 2026-08-14 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ NeinInformation Sedated pets will not be accepted. verified 2026-08-01 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinServices Request Traveling with infants Traveling with pets Minors traveling alone Pregnant women Other medical conditions Accessibility Plan And Feedback Process Travelling with companions You are in: Special Services… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant It must be sturdy to prevent the animal from escaping during handling and transport. It should have safety latches that allow opening without the need for a special tool. It must have holes to allow ventilation. verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAll pets transported as checked baggage (in cargo hold) or carry-on baggage (in the main cabin) will be charged a fee, based on excess d surcharges will apply. verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: Minimum age 16 weeks Pets less than 16 weeks old are not accepted verified 2026-08-18 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours Make a reservation for the pet The pet must be checked in at least 48 hours prior to flight departure or at the time of ticket purchase through our Sales Offices or Call Center.… verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaPets included in this group are: You must notify the Reservations Center or one of our Sales Offices that you will be traveling with a pet in the cargo hold at least 48 hours before your flight date. verified 2026-08-14 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NeinSedated pets will not be accepted. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Carrier size 16 cm For pets traveling as cargo, carriers can be between the dimensions of 16” x 15” x 21” (40 cm x 38 cm x 53 cm) and 27” x 30” x 40” (68 cm x 76 cm x 101 cm). verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label For pets traveling as cargo, carriers can be between the dimensions of 16” x 15” x 21” (40 cm x 38 cm x 53 cm) and 27” x 30” x 40” (68 cm x 76 cm x 101 cm). verified 2026-07-20 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaAll dogs and cats entering Barbados must be accompanied by an Official Export Health Certificate signed and stamped by an official veterinarian of the country of origin. verified 2026-08-10 Health certificate validity 7 days Official Veterinary Health Certificate (dated within 7 days of travel date) from the exporting country detailing all requirements. verified 2026-08-13 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ Jaimplantation of the microchip; Thirty (30) days after rabies vaccination, pets must have a blood test (FAVN rabies antibody titer test) performed by an approved laboratory with a result of at least 0.5 IU verified 2026-08-28 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days Chile after Staying Abroad for More Than 21 Days: An official Import Zoosanitary Certificate (CZI) issued abroad is required, valid for 10 days from the date of issuance until the date of entry into Chile. verified 2026-08-28 Other rules Minimum age 16 weeks Age/Weight requirements Your pet must be at least 16 weeks of age to fly. verified 2026-07-20 Frequently Asked Questions Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Copa Airlines?
Does Copa Airlines allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
What are the pet carrier size limits for Copa Airlines?
Does Copa Airlines require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, Copa Airlines requires a health certificate for pets. It must be issued within 7 days of travel. Your destination country may have additional requirements — check
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Yes, Copa Airlines offers cargo pet transport. Confirm the carrier's specific crate and documentation requirements with the airline directly before booking. Get the full details at
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