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flydubai 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 cabin ✗ Not accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedGenerally, you won't be allowed to carry any animals onboard our flights in the cabin. verified 2026-07-14 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedEach item of hand baggage shouldn’t exceed 55 cm x 38 cm x 20 cm . Televisions (TVs) You can carry TVs as checked baggage on our flights. However, the size of the TV must not exceed more than 55 inches. Selected… verified 2026-07-04 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Jaare NOT accepted. Restricted breeds** Following breeds and mixes of snub-nosed cats and dogs will not be accepted for travel as these breeds are known to be susceptible to increased risk of heat verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaPlease contact your local flydubai Cargo office for assistance. Maximum dimensions and weight Please read through our live animal transportation guide . For inquiries regarding pet acceptance and booking, please… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Nursing allowed ✗ Nein• Animals, plants, and their parts and products, including hunting trophies listed in “CITES Appendix I” are NOT accepted, except when special approvals are obtained from the flydubai Cargo Special Handling Desk and/or… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ Nein• Animals under sedation/tranquilization are NOT accepted verified 2026-08-30 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ Nein• Pregnant animals are NOT accepted verified 2026-08-30 Hold: Crate must have/be ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label They must be hard-sided, leak and escape-proof, and have adequate ventilation. It's important that your pet can move freely inside and travel comfortably. READ MORE Guidance, Tips, & info on Airlines and Airports Go verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedYou can transport your pets and other live animals through flydubai Cargo verified 2026-08-30 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaFollowing breeds and mixes of snub-nosed cats and dogs will not be accepted for travel as these breeds verified 2026-08-29 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ Jaguarantee Yes, available Acceptance time in Dubai Up to 4 hours before departure (prior confirmation required) Handling in Dubai Accepted at the Transguard terminal located at Dubai Airport Freezone Note: Please contact… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Nursing allowed ✗ Nein• Animals, plants, and their parts and products, including hunting trophies listed in “CITES Appendix I” are NOT accepted, except when special approvals are obtained from the flydubai Cargo Special Handling Desk and/or… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ Nein• Animals, plants, and their parts and products, including hunting trophies listed in “CITES Appendix I” are NOT accepted, except when special approvals are obtained from the flydubai Cargo Special Handling Desk and/or… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ Nein• Pregnant animals are NOT accepted verified 2026-08-30 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier Kennels must be made from rigid plastic, metal, or wood with a metal grated door. verified 2026-06-15 Health & documents Downloadable forms 📄 Transport request form Airline-owned document published on flydubai.com - "flydubai live animal transportation form May 2024_tcm8-151758.pdf"; classified as transport_request_form from the document URL. verified 2026-08-28 Health certificate required ✓ JaForms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country. verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate validity 10 days Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ JaForms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country. verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate valid within days · Health certificate valid within days 10 days Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country. verified 2026-07-20 Service & assistance animals Recognized ✓ JaFor more information on flying with a service animal, please visit our Travelling with a service animal page verified 2026-08-12 Advance notice hours 72 hours This service is free of charge and requires 72-hour notice before your flight departure. verified 2026-07-14 In the cabin ✗ Not accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedGenerally, you won't be allowed to carry any animals onboard our flights in the cabin. verified 2026-07-14 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedEach item of hand baggage shouldn’t exceed 55 cm x 38 cm x 20 cm . Televisions (TVs) You can carry TVs as checked baggage on our flights. However, the size of the TV must not exceed more than 55 inches. Selected… verified 2026-07-04 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ Jaare NOT accepted. Restricted breeds** Following breeds and mixes of snub-nosed cats and dogs will not be accepted for travel as these breeds are known to be susceptible to increased risk of heat verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Advance booking notice 8 hours …*Please contact your local flydubai Cargo office if the width exceeds 104 cm and/or the height exceeds 86 cm. Priority cargo Guaranteed acceptance of your cargo on the flight booked. In an unlikely event of your… verified 2026-07-21 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaPlease contact your local flydubai Cargo office for assistance. Maximum dimensions and weight Please read through our live animal transportation guide . For inquiries regarding pet acceptance and booking, please… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Nursing allowed ✗ Nein• Females with suckling young and un-weaned animals are NOT accepted verified 2026-06-19 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ Nein• Animals under sedation/tranquilization are NOT accepted verified 2026-08-30 Hold: Crate must have/be IATA-compliant, live-animal label Airline acceptable kennels All kennels must comply with flydubai requirements and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Live Animal Regulations standards to ensure that pets are safe and comfortable… verified 2026-07-10 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedLive animals We transport your pets and other live animals through flydubai Cargo ensuring their safety and comfort during the journey. verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaFollowing breeds and mixes of snub-nosed cats and dogs will not be accepted for travel as these breeds verified 2026-08-29 Cargo: Advance booking notice 8 hours …*Please contact your local flydubai Cargo office if the width exceeds 104 cm and/or the height exceeds 86 cm. Priority cargo Guaranteed acceptance of your cargo on the flight booked. In an unlikely event of your… verified 2026-08-04 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaPlease contact your local flydubai Cargo office for assistance. Maximum dimensions and weight Please read through our live animal transportation guide . For inquiries regarding pet acceptance and booking, please… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Nursing allowed ✗ Neincats, dogs, and other animals. • Animals, plants, and their parts and products, including hunting trophies listed in “CITES Appendix I” are NOT accepted, except verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ Nein• Animals under sedation/tranquilization are NOT accepted verified 2026-08-30 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ Nein• Pregnant animals are NOT accepted verified 2026-08-30 Cargo: Carrier size 135 × 20 cm …a single, transparent, resealable plastic bag, which holds no more than a litre and measures approximately 20cm x verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label …a single, transparent, resealable plastic bag, which holds no more than a litre and measures approximately 20cm x verified 2026-07-14 Health & documents Downloadable forms 📄 Transport request form Airline-owned document published on flydubai.com - "flydubai live animal transportation form May 2024_tcm8-151758.pdf"; classified as transport_request_form from the document URL. verified 2026-08-28 Health certificate required ✓ JaForms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms required for your destination country. verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Validity days 10 days Forms Required A health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination (dogs, cats and ferrets) and all forms r d under the seat. verified 2026-07-20 Frequently Asked Questions Can I bring my dog in the cabin on flydubai?
Does flydubai allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
Does flydubai require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, flydubai requires a health certificate for pets. It must be issued within 10 days of travel. Your destination country may have additional requirements — check
www.pawgo.fr .
Build my pet's travel plan → Can I ship my dog as cargo on flydubai?
Yes, flydubai offers cargo pet transport. Confirm the carrier's specific crate and documentation requirements with the airline directly before booking. Get the full details at
www.pawgo.fr .
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