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Turkish Airlines allows dogs and cats in the cabin (max 8 kg with carrier) and in cargo. Brachycephalic breeds are banned from cargo. A health certificate is required.
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In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedinformation Transport in the cabin Check out the breeds of dogs, cats and birds that can be carried in the cabin. verified 2026-08-28 Minimum age 10 weeks Veterinary approval is required to transport kittens/puppies that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers. verified 2026-08-25 Advance booking notice 6 hours A reservation must be completed and confirmed at least six hours prior to the flight in order to transport a pet either in the cabin or in the aircraft hold. verified 2026-07-20 Advance booking required ✓ JaMobile app Hold the price TKPAY Wallet Gift Card Turkish Airlines Holidays Manage booking Check-in Flight status PNR name correction Seat selection Business Upgrade Traveling with pets Extra baggage Car rental Travel… verified 2026-08-28 Max pets per passenger 1 need an import permit for each pet. TA will allow one pet to fly per passenger, but if your dog is small enough to fly in the cabin verified 2026-08-28 Banned destinations ✗ JaAs of September 28, 2022, bringing dogs to Canada for commercial purposes from 100 countries, including Türkiye, is prohibited until further notice. verified 2026-08-24 Min age weeks 10 weeks up to three live animals (cats/dogs) born to the same mother and aged between 10 and 24 weeks, may be transported in the same cage/carrier. verified 2026-07-20 Nursing allowed ✓ JaVeterinary approval is required to transport kittens/puppies that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers. verified 2026-08-25 Sedation allowed ✗ NeinPets who have been given sedatives prior to the flight will not be accepted for the flight. verified 2026-08-24 Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinPregnant animals are not accepted on flights verified 2026-08-20 Carrier size 40 × 30 × 23 cm Crate sizes should not exceed 23 cm height, 30 cm width and 40 cm length. verified 2026-07-14 Max weight (pet + crate) 8 kg …in the passenger cabin (PETC) provided that the total weight of the animal and its carrier does not exceed 8 kg. verified 2026-08-14 Crate must have/be soft-sided ok, ventilated, absorbent liner, live-animal label Crate sizes should not exceed 23 cm height, 30 cm width and 40 cm length. verified 2026-07-14 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ Acceptedin : Pets traveling in the cabin must fly with an adult passenger and travel in an airline compliant carrier stowed under the seat. Checked Baggage : Pets traveling with a passenger that are not permitted in the cabin… verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaCold-blooded animals are exempt from these restrictions. verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Minimum age 10 weeks Pets that are under the age of three months are not permitted on Turkish Airlines’ flights to the TRNC. Pets over the age of 10 weeks may be transported with their mother if they have a passport, have lived in the verified 2026-08-25 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ JaTurkish Airlines ® Enable Javascript × Skip to main content Toggle navigation PLAN&BOOK BOOK MANAGE ADDITIONAL SERVICES Book a flight Mobile app Hold the price TKPAY Wallet Gift Card Turkish Airlines Holidays Manage… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Nursing allowed ✓ JaVeterinary approval is required to transport kittens/puppies that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ NeinPets who have been given sedatives prior to the flight will not be accepted for the flight. verified 2026-08-24 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinPregnant animals are not accepted on flights verified 2026-08-30 Hold: Carrier size 125 × 23 cm …cabin cannot exceed a total of 8 kg, including their carrier. The carrier dimensions must be no more than 23 cm in height, 30 cm in width and 40 cm in length. verified 2026-08-14 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 8 kg If the total weight exceeds 8 kg, the pet and its carrier are transported in the aircraft’s cargo hold. verified 2026-08-24 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier …cabin cannot exceed a total of 8 kg, including their carrier. The carrier dimensions must be no more than 23 cm in height, 30 cm in width and 40 cm in length. verified 2026-08-14 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedTransportation of animals sharing the same carrier/cage in the aircraft’s aircraft hold section In the aircraft’s cargo hold; Up to two adult dogs of similar size, accustomed to living together and/or Transport in the… verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaHimalayan, Scottish Fold, British Shorthair, etc.) and dogs (Affenpinscher, Pekingese, Pug (all breeds), Shar Pei, Shih Tzu, Japanese Chin, Lhasa Apso, Tibetan Spaniel, Chow Chow, English Toy Spaniel, English Bulldog,… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Minimum age 10 weeks Age requirements Veterinary approval is required to transport puppies or kittens that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaMobile app Hold the price TKPAY Wallet Gift Card Turkish Airlines Holidays Manage booking Check-in Flight status PNR name correction Seat selection Business Upgrade Traveling with pets Extra baggage Car rental Travel… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Max pets per passenger 2 …that you check the validity period of your certificate according to your flight date. As of December 27, 2023, reports containing rabies titration results issued by the Etlik Veterinary Control Center Research… verified 2026-08-09 Cargo: Nursing allowed ✓ JaVeterinary approval is required to transport kittens/puppies that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NeinPets who have been given sedatives prior to the flight will not be accepted for the flight. verified 2026-08-25 Cargo: Banned breeds list Doberman such as the American Bulldog, Bandog, Tosa Inu, Caucasian Shepherd Dog, French Mastiff, Pincher and all Doberman breeds, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, Mastiffs (except Bullmastiff), Wolfhounds, Anatolian Shepherd Dog,… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinPregnant animals are not accepted on flights verified 2026-08-20 Cargo: Carrier size 75 cm …weight of the pet and its cage/carrier do not exceed 50 kg and the cage/carrier dimensions are a maximum of 75 cm in height, 75 cm in width, and 125 cm in length, the animal can be transported in the aircraft’s cargo… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate) 8 kg If the total weight exceeds 8 kg, the pet and its carrier are transported in the aircraft’s cargo hold. verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier …weight of the pet and its cage/carrier do not exceed 50 kg and the cage/carrier dimensions are a maximum of 75 cm in height, 75 cm in width, and 125 cm in length, the animal can be transported in the aircraft’s cargo… verified 2026-08-28 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaThis permit is valid for 60 days. You must also obtain an export health certificate approved by the veterinary department of the country from which you are departing at least 48 hours in advance. You must have your… verified 2026-08-28 Microchip · Required ✓ JaPets must have a microchip (birds are excluded). verified 2026-08-24 Quarantine · Pre-approval required ✓ Jaarriving or departing from the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, you must obtain an import permit from the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’s Veterinary Department before we can transport your pet. This permit is… verified 2026-08-28 Rabies titer test (FAVN) · Required ✓ JaCould you please confirm whether a rabies titer test is required for my cat in this case? verified 2026-07-20 Health certificate · Issuer an official veterinarian hunting dog, and Zağar İzci (hunting and pointing scent hound) must have a Veterinary Health Certificate issued by an official veterinarian authorized to issue certificates at the Provincial/District Directorate of the verified 2026-08-28 Health certificate · Required ✓ JaFor flights departing from or arriving in Türkiye, domesticated animals indigenous to Türkiye and under protection (the Angora goat, Sivas Kangal, Ankara cat, Van cat, Kangal Shepherd Dog, Akbaş Shepherd Dog, Kars… verified 2026-08-24 Rabies vaccination · Required ✓ JaYour pet’s rabies vaccination must have been completed at least one month and no more than 12 months prior to the flight; you must bring the original laboratory report indicating the level of rabies antibodies in your… verified 2026-08-24 Rabies vaccination · Booster required ✓ JaAfter 15 months of age, booster rabies vaccinations take effect immediately. The dog’s microchip must meet ISO standards and be implanted prior to the rabies vaccination. verified 2026-08-12 Rabies vaccination · Min age at vaccination 10 weeks Pets over the age of 10 weeks may be transported with their mother if they have a passport, have lived in the verified 2026-08-25 Other rules Minimum age 10 weeks Veterinary approval is required to transport kittens/puppies that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers. verified 2026-07-20 Dangerous breeds banned ✗ JaDangerous breeds such as the American Bulldog, Bandog Tosa Inu, Caucasian Ovcharka, Dogue De Bordeaux, Doberman (Pinscher Doberman and all Doberman breeds), Presa Canario, Rottweiler, Mastiff (except Bull Mastiff),… verified 2026-08-12 Restricted breeds list Caucasian Shepherd, Doberman, Mastiff, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, Tosa Inu Dangerous breeds such as the American Bulldog, Bandog, Tosa Inu, Caucasian Shepherd Dog, French Mastiff, Pincher and all Doberman breeds, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, Mastiffs (except Bullmastiff), Wolfhounds, Anatolian… verified 2026-08-24 Breed restrictions apply ✗ JaThese animals cannot be accepted for transport as AVIH with the passenger. Dangerous breeds such as the American Bulldog, Bandog, Tosa Inu, Caucasian Shepherd Dog, French Mastiff, Pincher and all Doberman breeds, Presa… verified 2026-08-24 Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinPregnant animals are not accepted on flights. verified 2026-08-24 Assistance animals accepted ✓ JaAll lines permit service dogs (SVAN), guide dogs for the visually impaired, guide dogs for the hearing impaired, and medical alert dogs to travel free of charge in the cabin. verified 2026-08-13 Service & assistance animals In-cabin · Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAll lines permit service dogs (SVAN), guide dogs for the visually impaired, guide dogs for the hearing impaired, and medical alert dogs to travel free of charge in the cabin. verified 2026-07-14 Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedAll lines permit service dogs (SVAN), guide dogs for the visually impaired, guide dogs for the hearing impaired, and medical alert dogs to travel free of charge in the cabin. verified 2026-07-14 Fee free ✓ JaAll lines permit service dogs (SVAN), guide dogs for the visually impaired, guide dogs for the hearing impaired, and medical alert dogs to travel free of charge in the cabin. verified 2026-07-14 Fee waived ✓ JaAll lines permit service dogs (SVAN), guide dogs for the visually impaired, guide dogs for the hearing impaired, and medical alert dogs to travel free of charge in the cabin. verified 2026-08-25 Recognized ✓ JaImportant considerations On flights between Istanbul and the United States, we follow the rules of the United States Department of Transportation for the acceptance of service dogs. verified 2026-08-13 Cabin allowed ✓ JaMore information Service animals (SVAN) Learn more about the service animals that assist our disabled passengers. More information Transport in the cabin Check out the breeds of dogs, cats and birds that can be carried… verified 2026-08-28 Forms required ✓ JaService animals do fall under the new US CDC rules , besides the US DOT forms, all necessary US CDC documents should be provided verified 2026-07-14 Advance notice hours 48 hours Passengers traveling with a service animal must receive confirmation of their reservation at least 48 hours before their flight. verified 2026-08-13 Advance booking notice 48 hours Passengers traveling with a service animal must receive confirmation of their reservation at least 48 hours before their flight. verified 2026-07-14 Documentation required ✓ JaPassengers traveling with a service animal must receive confirmation of their reservation at least 48 hours before their flight. For more information, see our "Country-Based Situations" page . Service animals do fall… verified 2026-08-28 Advance booking required ✓ JaPassengers traveling with a service animal must receive confirmation of their reservation at least 48 hours before their flight. verified 2026-07-14 Training certificate required ✓ JaThe service dog must be professionally trained and certified. verified 2026-07-14 In the cabin ✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo ✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breeds Not accepted
Cabin policy Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedThe only animals permitted to travel in the cabin are cats, dogs and small songbirds (budgies, canaries). verified 2026-08-27 Snub-nosed breeds list Burmese Bombay British Longhair British Shorthair Burmese Burmilla Chinchilla Exotic Exotic Longhair Foldex Himalayan Munchkin Persian Scottish Fold Selkirk Rex Related: Why temperatures matter for pets flying in the cargo hold Breeds Restricted by Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines has classified the following breeds as brachycephalic (snub-or flat-nosed) and verified 2026-07-20 Minimum age 10 weeks Veterinary approval is required to transport kittens/puppies that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers. verified 2026-08-25 Advance booking required ✓ JaA reservation must be completed and confirmed at least six hours prior to the flight in order to transport a pet either in the cabin or in the aircraft hold verified 2026-07-20 Max pets per passenger 2 a maximum of two pet carriers are permitted for each passenger. verified 2026-07-20 Booking method website …and that our passengers have a pleasant and worry-free flight experience. Make a reservation using our website or mobile app. verified 2026-08-28 Min age weeks 10 weeks up to three live animals (cats/dogs) born to the same mother and aged between 10 and 24 weeks, may be transported in the same cage/carrier. verified 2026-07-20 Nursing allowed ✓ JaVeterinary approval is required to transport kittens/puppies that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers verified 2026-07-20 Sedation allowed ✗ NeinPets who have been given sedatives prior to the flight will not be accepted for the flight. verified 2026-07-20 Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinPregnant animals are not accepted on flights verified 2026-08-20 Sedation needs vet approval ✓ JaInformation Sedated pets will not be accepted except in exceptional circumstances and only under veterinarian request and guidance verified 2026-07-20 Carrier size 40 × 23 cm The carrier dimensions must be no more than 23 cm in height, 30 cm in width and 40 cm in length. verified 2026-08-15 Max weight (pet + crate) 8 kg …are accustomed to each other; and c) the total weight of the two animals and the carrier does not exceed 8 kg. verified 2026-08-15 Crate must have/be soft-sided ok, ventilated, absorbent liner, live-animal label, a carrier The carrier dimensions must be no more than 23 cm in height, 30 cm in width and 40 cm in length. verified 2026-08-15 Hold & cargo policy Hold: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedMore information Frequently asked questions about traveling with pets What types of pets are allowed on board? verified 2026-07-14 Hold: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaAs of October 1, 2021, cats and dogs with respiratory problems have been restricted from being transported in the aircraft’s aircraft hold section. Cat and dog breeds with special conditions Cats with respiratory issues… verified 2026-08-29 Hold: Minimum age 10 weeks Pets over the age of 10 weeks may be transported with their mother if they have a passport, have lived in the same place since birth, and have not come into contact with wild animals that may carry infections. verified 2026-08-25 Hold: Advance booking required ✓ Ja-Ticket Invoice Pets allowed on board Pet transportation is not included in the checked baggage allowance and is subject to a fee. A reservation must be completed and confirmed at least six hours prior to the flight in… verified 2026-08-28 Hold: Nursing allowed ✓ JaVeterinary approval is required to transport kittens/puppies that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Sedation allowed ✗ NeinPets who have been given sedatives prior to the flight will not be accepted for the flight. verified 2026-08-25 Hold: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinPregnant pets are not accepted on flights. Passengers bear sole responsibility for their pet’s health and safety, as well as management and compliance with the conditions and approvals required by governments, including… verified 2026-08-19 Hold: Sedation needs vet approval ✓ JaInformation Sedated pets will not be accepted except in exceptional circumstances and only under veterinarian request and guidance verified 2026-07-20 Hold: Carrier size 125 × 75 cm …Crate features and issues to be considered The pet carrier must weigh less than 50 kg, and be a maximum of 75 cm high, 75 cm wide and 125 cm long. verified 2026-08-15 Hold: Max weight (pet + crate) 50 kg The total weight of the carrier and the pet together cannot exceed 50 kg. verified 2026-08-16 Hold: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, live-animal label, a carrier …Crate features and issues to be considered The pet carrier must weigh less than 50 kg, and be a maximum of 75 cm high, 75 cm wide and 125 cm long. verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Pets accepted ✓ AcceptedCalculate Traveling with Pets Transport in the aircraft hold compartment Learn about pets that can be transported in the aircraft cargo hold Transportation of animals sharing the same carrier/cage in the aircraft’s… verified 2026-08-24 Cargo: Snub-nosed breeds banned ✗ JaAs of October 1, 2021, cats and dogs with respiratory problems have been restricted from being transported in the aircraft’s aircraft hold section. Cat and dog breeds with special conditions Cats with respiratory issues… verified 2026-08-29 Cargo: Minimum age 10 weeks Veterinary approval is required to transport kittens/puppies that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers. verified 2026-08-19 Cargo: Advance booking required ✓ JaA reservation must be completed and confirmed at least six hours prior to the flight in order to transport a pet either in the cabin or in the aircraft hold. Even if a request to travel with a pet is granted during the… verified 2026-08-28 Cargo: Max pets per passenger 2 Except for shipments via Turkish Cargo , a maximum of two pet carriers are permitted for each passenger verified 2026-08-16 Cargo: Nursing allowed ✓ JaVeterinary approval is required to transport kittens/puppies that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Sedation allowed ✗ NeinPets who have been given sedatives prior to the flight will not be accepted for the flight. verified 2026-07-20 Cargo: Pregnant animals accepted ✗ NeinPregnant animals are not accepted on flights verified 2026-08-20 Cargo: Carrier size 75 × 75 cm For pets traveling in the hold, carriers must be hard-sided, properly ventilated, watertight and must not exceed 75 cm x 75 cm x 125 cm (30"H x 30"W x 50"L). verified 2026-08-15 Cargo: Crate must have/be hard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, live-animal label, a carrier For pets traveling in the hold, carriers must be hard-sided, properly ventilated, watertight and must not exceed 75 cm x 75 cm x 125 cm (30"H x 30"W x 50"L). verified 2026-08-15 Health & documents Health certificate required ✓ JaFor flights departing from or arriving in Türkiye, domesticated animals indigenous to Türkiye and under protection (the Angora goat, Sivas Kangal, Ankara cat, Van cat, Kangal Shepherd Dog, Akbaş Shepherd Dog, Kars… verified 2026-08-13 Microchip · Required ✓ JaPets must have a microchip (birds are excluded). verified 2026-07-20 Other rules Minimum age 10 weeks Veterinary approval is required to transport kittens/puppies that are younger than 10 weeks or not weaned, and their nursing mothers. verified 2026-07-20 Frequently Asked Questions Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Turkish Airlines?
Does Turkish Airlines allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
What are the pet carrier size limits for Turkish Airlines?
Does Turkish Airlines require a health certificate for pets?
Can I ship my dog as cargo on Turkish Airlines?
Yes, Turkish 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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