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South African Airways 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 acceptedPets are not permitted in the cabin, with the exception of service dogs. verified 2026-08-14 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedDepending on the individual circumstances, pets must be carried either as cargo, or as checked baggage in the hold. verified 2026-08-19 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaSnub-nosed dogs, such as boxers, bulldogs, Pekinese and pugs, are affected more than other breeds by rarefied atmosphere and care must be taken to ensure that the front of the container has open bars from the top to the… verified 2026-08-11 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Pug Boxer Pekingese Snub-nosed dogs, such as boxers, bulldogs, Pekinese and pugs, are affected more than other breeds by rarefied atmosphere and care must be taken to ensure that the front of the container has open bars from the top to the… verified 2026-08-04 Hold: Minimum age 8 weeks Domestic pets under the age of 8 weeks will under no circumstances be accepted for carriage by air. verified 2026-08-15 Hold: Nursing allowed ✗ NeinFemales with suckling young and unweaned animals will not be accepted for carriage. verified 2026-08-13 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinAnimals which are declared to be pregnant will not be accepted unless accompanied by a veterinary certificate certifying that the animal is fit to travel and there is no risk of birth during the journey verified 2026-08-10 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 23 kg The maximum weight of pets flying as checked baggage on South African Airways must not exceed 50.7 lbs. (23 kg). verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier When traveling with pets as checked baggage, it is required that carriers are IATA-approved verified 2026-07-07 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedMost pets are granted access on domestic and international flights as cargo to be transported in the cargo compartment. verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaRelated: Why temperatures matter for pets flying in the cargo hold verified 2026-08-11 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds list Bulldog Pug Boxer Pekingese Snub-nosed dogs, such as boxers, bulldogs, Pekinese and pugs, are affected more than other breeds by rarefied atmosphere and care must be taken to ensure that the front of the container has open bars from the top to the… verified 2026-08-04 Cargo: One-way fee 1000 USD …Valuable Cargo Collapsed Content The following consignments are examples of valuable cargo: value $1000.00 per kilogram, gold bullion, bank notes, diamonds, jewellery consisting of diamonds, rubies, emeralds etc verified 2026-07-21 Cargo: Minimum age 8 weeks …except where dogs lead the blind No access to pets during flight will be permitted Pets under the age of 8 weeks will under no circumstances be accepted for carriage by air All animals bound for South Africa on an… verified 2026-08-29 Cargo: Nursing allowed ✗ NeinSouth Africa? Collapsed Content Pets accompanying passengers may be accepted as cargo for stowage in the cargo hold of the aircraft. Pets are not allowed to travel as excess baggage to any destination with the exception… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✓ JaAnimals which are declared to be pregnant will not be accepted unless accompanied by a veterinary certificate certifying that the animal is fit to travel and there is no risk of birth during the journey. verified 2026-08-24 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier When traveling with pets as checked baggage, it is required that carriers are IATA-approved When traveling with pets as checked baggage, it is required that carriers are IATA-approved verified 2026-05-22 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaFor the importation of dogs and cats a valid Rabies and Health Certificate signed by a State Veterinarian of the country of origin is required verified 2026-08-26 Quarantine · Type Quarantine Station the point of departure, or quarantined for a period of 30 days in the official Quarantine Station, provided accommodation is available. verified 2026-07-20 Import permit · Issuing authority the Director of Veterinary Services …rinarian of the country of origin is required. In addition to that a Veterinary Import Permit obtained from the Director of Veterinary Services, Private Bag X138, Pretoria, 0001, RSA must be produced. verified 2026-08-11 Health certificate · Issuer a State Veterinarian For the importation of dogs and cats a valid Rabies and Health Certificate signed by a State Veterinarian of the country of origin is required. verified 2026-08-11 Health certificate · Required ✓ JaInformation Pregnant dogs and cats must have an attestation on the health certificate that certifying that the pet is fit to travel, and there is no risk of birth during the journey. verified 2026-07-20 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ JaFor the importation of dogs and cats a valid Rabies and Health Certificate signed by a State Veterinarian of the country of origin is required. verified 2026-08-11 Rabies vaccination · Waiting period after vaccination 30 days …the Import Permit, the dog or cat may be returned to the point of departure, or quarantined for a period of 30 days in the official Quarantine Station, provided accommodation is available. verified 2026-08-11 Other rules Assistance animals accepted ✓ JaPets are not permitted in the cabin, with the exception of service dogs. Depending on the individual circumstances, pets must be carried either as cargo, or as checked baggage in the hold. If your pet is travelling as… verified 2026-07-15 Service & assistance animals Fee waived ✓ Jasecurity check point & must be transported as manifested cargo under an Air Waybill, also in case of transit if transhipment is involved. Exception One dog for blind or deaf passenger is free. Exception to/from the USA… verified 2026-08-28 Recognized ✓ JaPets are not permitted in the cabin, with the exception of service dogs. verified 2026-08-13 Cabin allowed ✓ JaGuide dog trainers will be allowed to transport the dog via cabin as part of the training & orientation of the handover and training process. verified 2026-08-13 Esa recognized ✓ JaException to/from the USA Passengers dependant on a service, psychiatric or emotional support animal permitted. verified 2026-08-13 Advance notice hours 48 hours Notice must be provided to the airline at least 48 hours prior to departure. verified 2026-08-19 Documentation required ✓ Jathe required specification shall be transported as cargo). Your pet’s original vaccination and rabies certificate must be present at the time of pet check-in. Excess charge of ZAR 300 inclusive of VAT is payable,… verified 2026-08-11 In the cabin ✗ Not accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✗ Not acceptedNo pets permitted in Cabin. verified 2026-08-14 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedHowever, small to medium dogs and cats may be accepted for transport as checked baggage. verified 2026-08-19 Hold: Minimum age 8 weeks Domestic pets under the age of 8 weeks will under no circumstances be accepted for carriage by air verified 2026-08-29 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinAnimals which are declared to be pregnant will not be accepted unless accompanied by a veterinary certificate certifying that the animal is fit to travel and there is no risk of birth during the journey. verified 2026-08-04 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 23 kg The maximum weight of pets flying as checked baggage on South African Airways must not exceed 50.7 lbs. (23 kg). verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier When traveling with pets as checked baggage, it is required that carriers are IATA-approved. verified 2026-08-07 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedCollapsed Content Pets accompanying passengers may be accepted as cargo for stowage in the cargo hold of the aircraft et Within the Republic of South Africa? verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: One-way fee 1000 USD …Valuable Cargo Collapsed Content The following consignments are examples of valuable cargo: value $1000.00 per kilogram, gold bullion, bank notes, diamonds, jewellery consisting of diamonds, rubies, emeralds etc verified 2026-07-21 Cargo: Minimum age 8 weeks Domestic pets under the age of 8 weeks will under no circumstances be accepted for carriage by air verified 2026-08-29 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaAdvance reservation arrangements must be made no later than 72 hours prior to departure verified 2026-07-15 Cargo: Nursing allowed ✗ NeinSouth Africa? Collapsed Content Pets accompanying passengers may be accepted as cargo for stowage in the cargo hold of the aircraft. Pets are not allowed to travel as excess baggage to any destination with the exception… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinAnimals which are declared to be pregnant will not be accepted unless accompanied by a veterinary certificate certifying that the animal is fit to travel and there is no risk of birth during the journey verified 2026-08-24 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier Reservations Contact SAACargoCharterServiceCentre@flysaa.com to inquire about a booking for your pet. South African Airways Pet Crate Requirements All pet crates must conform to regulations set by the International Air… verified 2026-07-20 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaFor the importation of dogs and cats a valid Rabies and Health Certificate signed by a State Veterinarian of the country of origin is required. verified 2026-08-19 Frequently Asked Questions Can I bring my dog in the cabin on South African Airways?
Does South African Airways allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on South African Airways?
Does South African Airways require a health certificate for pets?
Can I ship my dog as cargo on South African Airways?
Yes, South African 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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