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Emirates does not allow pets in the cabin but offers cargo transport. Brachycephalic breeds are banned from cargo. A health certificate is required, valid for 10 days.
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In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Bullmastiff Brussels Griffon Japanese Chin Shar Pei Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mastiff Dogs Emirates classifies the following breeds as snub-nosed: DOGS: American Cocker Spaniel, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog (all types), Bullmastiff, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chihuahua (Apple… verified 2026-08-24 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedFor itineraries starting in Dubai and traveling to countries that allow animals to enter as excess baggage, falcons, cats, dogs, and pet birds can be transported as checked baggage in the hold, provided the total… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list French Bulldog Boxer Boston Terrier Pekingese Shih Tzu Lhasa Apso Chow Chow Bullmastiff Brussels Griffon Japanese Chin Shar Pei Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mastiff Dogs Emirates classifies the following breeds as snub-nosed: DOGS: American Cocker Spaniel, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog (all types), Bullmastiff, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chihuahua (Apple… verified 2026-08-24 Hold: Advance booking notice 48 hours Pet Reservations Pets must be booked in advance, typically at least 48 hours before the flight. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaPets must be booked in advance, typically at least 48 hours before the flight. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Max journey hours 17 hours falcons, cats, dogs, and pet birds can be transported as checked baggage in the hold, provided the total journey time (including any transit time) is less than 17 hours and all appropriate conditions are met. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✓ JaEmirates will not accept a pregnant animal for transportation if it is beyond one-third (1/3) of its normal gestation period; no animal will be accepted that has given birth within 48 hours of travel. verified 2026-08-26 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg …exceed 23kg and 59 inches(150 cm) USD 500 / CAD 700 When the animal and cage combined weight between 24 and 32kg and dimensions between 59 inches(150cm) and 118 inches(300cm) USD 650 / CAD 900 When the animal and cage… verified 2026-08-30 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier For pets traveling as checked baggage, carriers must be secure, ventilated, and meet international safety standards. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedFor all itineraries ending in Dubai, animals must be transported as cargo. verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaSNUB NOSED BREEDS RESTRICTED ON EMIRATES SKYCARGO The following snub-nosed cat and dog breeds, as well as any of their crosses, are not permitted for carriage on KEY FEATURES • Separate transit area in Dubai • Dedicated… verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Affenpincher American Cocker Spaniel Boston Terrier Boxer Brussels Griffon Bulldog (all types) Bullmastiff Cane Corso Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Chihuahua (apple headed) Chow Chow Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Japanese Chin King Charles Spaniel Lhasa Apso Lowchen Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Pekingese Pit Bull Terrier Presa Canario Pug (all types) Shar-Pei Shih Tzu Staffordshire Bull Terrier Tibetan Spaniel The following snub-nosed cat and dog breeds, as well as any of their crosses, are not permitted for carriage on Emirates SkyCargo, except under specific conditions during the winter season (November to April). verified 2026-08-27 Cargo: Minimum age 15 weeks • The minimum age of any dog or cat is 15 weeks KEY FEATURES • Separate transit area in Dubai • Dedicated team 24/7, 365 days a year, responsible for… verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: Advance booking notice 72 hours Reservations Bookings must be made at least 72 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaVeterinary health certificate from the country of origin Rabies titer test (RNAT) Vaccination book/treatment documents of the animal Import permit from MOCCAE (Opens page in the same tab) Inspection/releasing fees… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance notice hours 72 hours Bookings must be made at least 72 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Cites species required ✓ JaAll animals listed under CITES, including pets, must be transported as cargo. verified 2026-07-15 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✓ JaEmirates will not accept a pregnant animal for transportation if it is beyond one-third (1/3) of its normal gestation period; no animal will be accepted that has given birth within 48 hours of travel. verified 2026-08-10 Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg …exceed 23kg and 59 inches(150 cm) USD 500 / CAD 700 When the animal and cage combined weight between 24 and 32kg and dimensions between 59 inches(150cm) and 118 inches(300cm) USD 650 / CAD 900 When the animal and cage… verified 2026-08-10 Cargo: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier ling as checked baggage or cargo, carri ers must meet international safety requirements, including secure locks, proper ventilation, and a robust structure. For those pet owners whose itineraries start in Dubai and are… verified 2026-08-19 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaEmirates requires the following (as a minimum): • Dedicated form for acceptance and authorisation • Medical and/or veterinary health certificates • Fit to fly statements • Micro chip verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate validity 10 days Your cat will need a health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. verified 2026-07-20 Microchip · Required ✓ JaForms Required Pet Passport or EU Health Certificate with rabies certificates and microchip number for European Union destinations. verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Issuing authority the destination country and All animals accepted for transportation with Emirates must have a valid import permit issued by the destination country and a valid health certificate (including any applicable vaccination records). verified 2026-07-29 Country specific · Pakistan form required ✓ JaTravel to Pakistan If you’re traveling to Pakistan with animals, birds, products of animal origin (meat, dairy and other products), veterinary biologics and vaccines, you must complete this form (Opens an external… verified 2026-07-15 Country specific · Portugal arrival form required ✓ JaAll pets (non-commercial) arriving from non-European Union countries to Portugal, either directly or in transit, must have an entry pre-approval. verified 2026-07-15 Health certificate · Required ✓ JaAll animals accepted for transportation with Emirates must have a valid import permit issued by the destination country and a valid health certificate (including any applicable vaccination records). verified 2026-07-15 Other rules Minimum age 15 weeks The minimum age of any dog or cat is 15 weeks verified 2026-07-20 Restricted breeds list Dogo Argentino, Mastiff • Staffordshire Bull Terrier • American Pit Bull Terrier • American Staffordshire Terrier • American Bully • Brazilian Mastiff (Fila Brasiliero) • Argentinian Mastiff (Dogo Argentino) • Tibetan Mastiff • Neapolitan… verified 2026-08-27 Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinEmirates will not accept a pregnant pet for transportation if it is beyond one‑third of its normal gestation period; no animal will be accepted that has given birth within 48 hours of travel. verified 2026-07-20 Service & assistance animals Fee waived ✓ JaSeat type Special and Saver Flex Flex Plus Regular USD 7–USD 40 Free Free Preferred Seats (except on A380 Upper Deck) USD 15–USD 100 USD 15–USD 100 Free Preferred Seat USD 25–USD 100 USD 25–USD 100 USD 25–USD 100 Twin… verified 2026-08-28 Recognized ✓ JaFor their safety, live animals (including service dogs) that can be accepted as baggage per the rules above must be transported as cargo if the total journey time is more than 17 hours. verified 2026-08-12 Cabin allowed ✓ JaAssistance Animals Acceptance Grid Sector Pet in Cabin (PETC) Maximum PETC Permitted As Live Animal in Hold (AVIH) Dubai/Canada/Dubai Seeing Eye/Guide Dogs One All verified 2026-08-16 Forms required ✓ JaYou must contact your nearest Emirates Contact Centre at least 48 hours before travel as these devices can only be used on approved seat locations and in certain cabins. verified 2026-07-29 Advance notice hours 48 hours You must contact your nearest Emirates Contact Centre at least 48 hours before travel as these devices can only be used on approved seat locations and in certain cabins verified 2026-08-28 Recognized organizations They must be trained by a person or organization that specializes in service dog training to provide specific tasks for a person with a disability. They must be trained by a person or organization that specializes in service dog training to provide specific tasks for a person with a disability. verified 2026-07-20 In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedFor itineraries starting in Dubai and traveling to countries that allow animals to enter as excess baggage, falcons, cats, dogs, and pet birds can be transported as checked baggage in the hold, provided the total… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Advance booking notice 72 hours Reservations Bookings must be made at least 72 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaPets must be booked in advance, typically at least 48 hours before the flight. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Max journey hours 17 hours falcons, cats, dogs, and pet birds can be transported as checked baggage in the hold, provided the total journey time (including any transit time) is less than 17 hours and all appropriate conditions are met. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✓ JaEmirates will not accept a pregnant animal for transportation if it is beyond one-third (1/3) of its normal gestation period; no animal will be accepted that has given birth within 48 hours of travel verified 2026-07-15 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg …exceed 23kg and 59 inches(150 cm) USD 500 / CAD 700 When the animal and cage combined weight between 24 and 32kg and dimensions between 59 inches(150cm) and 118 inches(300cm) USD 650 / CAD 900 When the animal and cage… verified 2026-08-10 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier eling as checked baggage or cargo, carriers must meet international safety requirements, including secure locks, proper ventilation, and a robust structure. For those pet owners whose itineraries start in Dubai and are… verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedFor all itineraries ending in Dubai, animals must be transported as cargo. verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaSNUB NOSED BREEDS RESTRICTED ON EMIRATES SKYCARGO The following snub-nosed cat and dog breeds, as well as any of their crosses, are not permitted for carriage on KEY FEATURES • Separate transit area in Dubai • Dedicated… verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: Advance booking notice 72 hours Reservations Bookings must be made at least 72 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaPets must be booked in advance, typically at least 48 hours before the flight Pets in Checked Baggage For itineraries starting in Dubai and traveling to countries that allow animals to enter as excess baggage, falcons,… verified 2026-07-31 Cargo: Advance notice hours 72 hours Bookings must be made at least 72 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✓ JaInformation Emirates will not accept a pregnant pet for transportation if it is beyond one‑third of its normal gestation period; no animal will be accepted that has given birth within 48 hours of travel verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier eling as checked baggage or cargo, carriers must meet international safety requirements, including secure locks, proper ventilation, and a robust structure. For those pet owners whose itineraries start in Dubai and are… verified 2026-08-19 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaAll pets must have proof of rabies vaccination, current health certificate and all documentation and permits required by their destination country. verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate validity 10 days Your cat will need a health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days Your cat will need a health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. verified 2026-07-20 Other rules Minimum age 15 weeks The minimum age of any dog or cat is 15 weeks verified 2026-07-20 Frequently Asked Questions Does Emirates allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
Does Emirates require a health certificate for pets?
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