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Philippine Airlines does not allow pets in the cabin but offers cargo transport. Brachycephalic breeds are banned from cargo. A health certificate is required.
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In the cabin ✗ Not accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedOnly service dogs are qualified to be accepted inside the cabin. verified 2026-07-20 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAirway Bill (AWB) Dogs carried as Cargo: AWB is required Dogs carried as Baggage (checked-in/hand-carry): The requirement for an AWB for dogs to be carried as baggage has been suspended until 01 May 2025. verified 2026-08-20 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaAll brachycephalic or mixed-breeds of snub-nosed dogs will not be accepted for transport as check-in baggage on all PAL domestic and international flights due to their susceptibility to respiratory issues during air… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Boxer Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Brachycephalic breeds are NOT accepted as cargo or checked baggage on any domestic or international flights. This restriction applies to purebred and crossbred brachycephalic breeds, including but not limited to:… verified 2026-08-15 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaTo request advance written approval, you must follow the instructions at How to Apply for a CDC Dog Import Permit at least 40 business days (8 weeks) before you intend for your dog to enter the United States verified 2026-08-15 Hold: Advance notice hours 48 hours Contact us at least 48 hours before your scheduled flight. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg Important: The total weight of the pet and kennel as checked-in baggage must not exceed 32 kg for checked-in transport. verified 2026-08-19 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Ensure pets are placed in a secure hard case and leak-proof container. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Accepteddifferent rabies-free/low-risk country. Airway Bill (AWB) Dogs carried as Cargo: AWB is required Dogs carried as Baggage (checked verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaPhilippine Airlines has an embargo on the transport of brachycephalic (snub-nosed) dog breeds due to their higher risk of overheating and breathing difficulties during air transport Waivers will not be granted for cargo… verified 2026-08-31 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Boxer Brussels Griffon Affenpinscher Brachycephalic breeds are NOT accepted as cargo or checked baggage on any domestic or international flights. This restriction applies to purebred and crossbred brachycephalic breeds, including but not limited to:… verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours Pet owners can also go to Manage My Booking on the PAL website to add their pet. Reservations must be made at least 48 hours prior to flight departure. verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaTo request advance written approval, you must follow the instructions at How to Apply for a CDC Dog Import Permit at least 40 business days (8 weeks) before you intend for your dog to enter the United States verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NeinPet sedation is not allowed. verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Ensure pets are placed in a secure hard case and leak-proof container. verified 2026-07-20 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaRequired Documents: Veterinary Health Certificate ( Private / Local Government Unit ) Rabies Vaccination Card or Certificate (with verified 2026-08-28 Microchip · Required ✓ JaAll dogs must have a valid CDC Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Record and adequate rabies serologic titer or they will be required to complete a 28-day quarantine at the US animal care facility. verified 2026-08-16 Quarantine · Type Quarantine Station Quarantine Service NAIA: Office Address : Bureau of Animal Industry, Veterinary Quarantine Station (VQS), Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Terminal 1, 2, 3, 4 and ICT), Pasay verified 2026-07-20 Quarantine · Required ✓ JaLearn more about pet requirements Note: Passengers must make all arrangements and assume full responsibility for compliance with any applicable laws, customs, quarantine, and/or government regulations, requirements, or… verified 2026-08-28 Quarantine · Duration 28 days Dogs without a valid rabies serology titer will be quarantined for 28 days at a CDC-registered animal care facility. Arrival Must arrive at a U.S. verified 2026-08-16 Quarantine · Pre-approval required ✓ JaNo appeals will be allowed. To request advance written approval, you must follow the instructions at How to Apply for a CDC Dog Import Permit at least 40 business days (8 weeks) before you intend for your dog to enter… verified 2026-08-16 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Approved laboratory required ✓ Jaany country Rabies Titer Test Certificate of passing rabies titer test from a CDC-approved laboratory CDC Federal Employee Dog Importation Authorization Application Approved by the CDC CDC Dog Import Form Must be… verified 2026-08-28 Import permit · Lead time 40 days written approval, you must follow the instructions at How to Apply for a CDC Dog Import Permit at least 40 business days (8 weeks) before you intend for your dog to enter the United States. verified 2026-08-28 Health certificate · Required ✓ JaRequired Documents: Veterinary Health Certificate ( Private / Local Government Unit ) Rabies Vaccination Card or Certificate (with animal's information and vaccine record) Online Local Shipping Permit: Apply here:… verified 2026-08-12 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ Jag requirements: Pet Eligibility: Age: 3 1/2 months and above Vaccinated against rabies not earlier than 91 days since birth and must still be valid (Anti-rabies vaccine shot – 1 year validity) Allowed to travel 1 ded to… verified 2026-08-16 Rabies vaccination · Booster required ✓ JaIf the US-issued rabies vaccination certificate has expired, the dog must get a booster dose outside the United States and meet requirements for foreign-vaccinated dogs verified 2026-08-28 Rabies vaccination · Waiting period after vaccination 91 days …( Private / Local Government Unit ) 2. Vaccination: Pets must be vaccinated against rabies not earlier than 91 days since birth. verified 2026-08-16 Other rules Minimum age 12 weeks Pet dogs must be at least 12 weeks old and fully weaned at the time of the flight. verified 2026-08-16 Assistance animals accepted ✓ JaCarry-on pets Only service dogs are qualified to be accepted inside the cabin. Service dogs must be accompanied by an individual with disability onboard our flights. Learn more about travelling with service dogs… verified 2026-08-29 Service & assistance animals Esa note Emotional support animals are not recognized Emotional support animals are not recognized and must fly in the cargo hold verified 2026-07-14 Fee waived ✓ JaAllowed Number of Service Dogs For flights to the United States: A passenger with a disability is allowed a maximum of two (2) service dogs onboard free of charge. verified 2026-08-12 Recognized ✓ JaLearn more about travelling with service dogs Checked-in pets Pets, such as dogs and cats, may be accepted as checked-in baggage. verified 2026-08-13 Cabin allowed ✓ JaCarry-on pets Only service dogs are qualified to be accepted inside the cabin verified 2026-08-30 Esa recognized ✗ NeinEmotional Support Animals/Dogs are no longer permitted in the cabin on all PAL flights. verified 2026-07-14 Forms required ✓ JaVersion 1 Release, 16MAR21 Service Dog Relief Attestation Form for Non-US International and Domestic Flights NOTE: You must accomplish the forms on or after the date you purchased your ticket and submit the same not… verified 2026-08-28 Breed restrictions Service Dog, regardless of breed A Service Dog, regardless of breed or type, is a specially trained service animal that performs tasks or work for verified 2026-08-16 Advance notice hours 48 hours …must accomplish the forms on or after the date you purchased your ticket and submit the same not later than 48 hours prior to your scheduled departure. verified 2026-08-14 In the cabin ✗ Not accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedOnly service dogs are qualified to be accepted inside the cabin. verified 2026-07-20 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedLearn more about travelling with service dogs Checked-in pets Pets, such as dogs and cats, may be accepted as checked-in baggage verified 2026-08-30 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaRelated: Why temperatures matter for pets flying in the cargo hold verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaReservations Passengers with pets must contact the Philippine Airlines before making their booking as not all of their aircraft will accept live animals in the cargo hold. verified 2026-08-29 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ NeinPet sedation is not allowed. verified 2026-08-13 Hold: Advance notice hours 48 hours Contact us at least 48 hours before your scheduled flight. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 32 kg The total weight of the pet and kennel as checked-in baggage must not exceed 32 kg for checked baggage transport verified 2026-08-31 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Ensure pets are placed in a secure hard case and leak-proof container. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedmore about travelling with service dogs Checked-in pets Pets, such as dogs and cats, may be accepted as checked-in baggage. When travelling with pets, you must: Contact us at least 48 hours before your scheduled flight.… verified 2026-08-17 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaPlease contact PAL Cargo Reservations at (02) 8855 8888 or email cargo_reservations@pal.com.ph for assistance. Have pets accompanied by passengers at least 12 years old. Emotional support dogs will also be considered as… verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Advance booking notice 48 hours When travelling with pets, you must: Contact us at least 48 hours before your scheduled flight verified 2026-08-13 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaReservations Passengers with pets must contact the Philippine Airlines before making their booking as not all of their aircraft will accept live animals in the cargo hold. verified 2026-08-29 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Pets, such as dogs and cats, may be accepted as checked-in baggage. ... Ensure pets are placed in a secure hard case and leak-proof container ... If this exceeds the weight limit, the pet may be forwarded as cargo, and… verified 2026-06-19 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaRequired Documents: Veterinary Health Certificate ( Private / Local Government Unit ) Rabies Vaccination Card or Certificate (with animal's information and vaccine record) Online Local Shipping Permit: Apply verified 2026-08-28 Quarantine · Required ✓ JaPY 30,000 Note: For pets traveling to Japan as check in or cargo, Animal Bureau Quarantine of Japan must be notified at least forty (40) days prior to the arrival of the pet Regional a ded to obtain a permit or make a… verified 2026-06-04 Health certificate · Validity days 14 days …91 days since birth and must still be valid (Anti-rabies vaccine shot – 1 year validity) Allowed to travel 14 days after receiving the anti-rabies vaccine (first dose) 2. verified 2026-07-14 Frequently Asked Questions Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Philippine Airlines?
Does Philippine Airlines allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
Does Philippine Airlines require a health certificate for pets?
Can I ship my dog as cargo on Philippine Airlines?
Yes, Philippine 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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