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Kenya Airways does not allow pets in the cabin but offers cargo transport. A health certificate is required, valid for 10 days.
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In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Cabin policy Advance booking required ✓ JaAdvance reservation is required for KQ cation the passenger shall be advised about this at check-in and the customer service staff must mark on the limited release portion of the baggage tag “UNSUITABLY PACKED” verified 2026-08-16 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedLive animals will not be accepted as checked-in Animal in Hold (AVIH) or Pet in Cabin (PETC) on Kenya Airways flights verified 2026-08-22 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedHowever, pets can be transported as cargo with Kenya Airways sister company, Kenya Airways Cargo. verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours Reservations Bookings should be made at least 48 hours before flight departure. verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaAdvance reservation is required for KQ cation the passenger shall be advised about this at check-in and the customer service staff must mark on the limited release portion of the baggage tag “UNSUITABLY PACKED” verified 2026-08-10 Cargo: Sedation needs vet approval ✓ JaInformation Sedation is allowed only when allowed your pet is accompanied by a veterinarian on board the aircraft. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Carrier size 114 × 76 cm Maximum crate dimensions are 94.5″L x 44.9″W x 29.9″H (240 x 114 x 76 cm). verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate) 150 kg Maximum weight of your pet including its carrier is 330 lbs. (150 kg). verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Crate must have/be IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier Maximum crate dimensions are 94.5″L x 44.9″W x 29.9″H (240 x 114 x 76 cm). verified 2026-07-20 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ Ja1 You must ensure that animals such as dogs, cats, household birds and other pets, are properly crated (or carried in a container complying with any applicable legal requirements) and accompanied by valid health and… verified 2026-08-20 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 2026-08-19 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 Other rules Assistance animals accepted ✓ JaConditions for the acceptance of your trained service dog in the cabin Trained service dogs that assist a passenger in certain functions are allowed to travel in the aircraft cabin without cost. verified 2026-08-28 Service & assistance animals In-cabin · Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAll service dogs may fly in the cabin at no charge. verified 2026-07-20 Esa note Emotional support dogs are no longer considered Note: All service dogs must be trained to be accepted. Emotional support dogs are no longer considered as service animals. verified 2026-08-12 Fee waived ✓ JaService Dogs are: Accepted free of charge. verified 2026-08-13 Recognized ✓ JaSuch carriage may be subject to additional conditions specified by us, which are available on request. 8.9.2 If accepted as Baggage, the animal, together with its container and food, shall not be included in your free… verified 2026-08-13 Cabin allowed ✓ JaException Service Dog Service dog shall be accepted in the cabin if it’s providing assistance to a person with disability i.e. Blind guest, a person with mental or psychiatric disorder. verified 2026-08-13 Esa recognized ✓ JaNote: All service dogs must be trained to be accepted. Emotional support dogs are no longer considered as service animals. verified 2026-08-16 Forms required ✓ JaCORPORATE QUALITY FORMS APPLICATION FORM TRAINED SERVICE DOG IN CABIN CQF-09 Page 1 of 2 REF#: KQ/CORP/4/CQF/09/Q1/CLASS2 verified 2026-07-20 Advance notice hours 48 hours Notice must be provided to the airline at least 48 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-07-20 Documentation required ✓ Ja, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disabilities who need to travel with a service dog may be required to present certain documentation from a licensed medical health professional that is treating the… verified 2026-08-28 In the cabin ✗ Not accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedLive animals will not be accepted as checked-in Animal in Hold (AVIH) or Pet in Cabin (PETC) on Kenya Airways flights. Live animals shall be consigned as cargo only. verified 2026-07-14 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedLive animals will not be accepted as checked-in Animal in Hold (AVIH) or Pet in Cabin (PETC) on Kenya Airways flights verified 2026-08-22 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedill not be accepted as checked-in Animal in Hold (AVIH) or Pet in Cabin (PETC) on Kenya Airways flights. Live animals shall be consigned as cargo only. Exception Service Dog Service dog shall be accepted in the cabin if… verified 2026-07-14 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours Reservations Bookings should be made at least 48 hours before flight departure. verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaAdvance reservation is required for KQ cation the passenger shall be advised about this at check-in and the customer service staff must mark on the limited release portion of the baggage tag “UNSUITABLY PACKED” verified 2026-07-10 Cargo: Carrier size 114 × 76 cm Maximum crate dimensions are 94.5″L x 44.9″W x 29.9″H (240 x 114 x 76 cm). verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate) 150 kg Maximum weight of your pet including its carrier is 330 lbs. (150 kg). verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Crate must have/be IATA-compliant, live-animal label Maximum crate dimensions are 94.5″L x 44.9″W x 29.9″H (240 x 114 x 76 cm). verified 2026-07-20 Health & documents 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 2026-08-19 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 2026-08-19 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 verified 2026-07-20 Frequently Asked Questions Does Kenya Airways require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways?
Yes, Kenya Airways 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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