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Policy last updated: April 19, 2026
In-Cabin Travel
AllowedFee varies by route: 40 EUR (within Serbia and between Serbia and Montenegro/Bosnia and Herzegovina/North Macedonia/Croatia/Slovenia), 70 EUR (between Serbia and Europe, excluding above), 80 EUR (between Serbia and Middle East/Africa), 100 EUR (between Serbia and Russia), 130 EUR (between Serbia and USA/Canada/China). Fee is per flight, non-refundable and non-transferable except if Air Serbia cancels the flight. Maximum sum of carrier dimensions is 94 cm. A maximum of two animals from the same litter may share one carrier. One carrier per passenger. Carrier must have net ventilation, be secured against opening, and protected against liquid/waste leakage. Pet must not protrude from carrier at any time. Pet must be able to stand, lie down, and turn around inside carrier. Pets must not be dangerous, aggressive, or have an unpleasant smell. Unaccompanied minors may not travel with a pet. Air Serbia does not transport pets on flights to or from the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, or Qatar. Number of pets per flight is limited and must be confirmed by Air Serbia. Passengers with pets may only check in at the airport, at least two hours before departure.
Cargo / Hold
Not allowedNo mention of cargo or checked baggage pet transport. All pet transport appears to be cabin only.
Service Animals
UnknownService animals are referenced only in the context of China entry requirements, where service dogs/cats are subject to the same entry and quarantine requirements as ordinary pets at Guangzhou (CAN) airport. No separate Air Serbia policy for service animals is stated.
Species Rules
Airline will do its best to accommodate distance between pets of different kinds on the same flight. On flights to/from China, one carrier with one pet per adult passenger is allowed.
Documentation Required
- Permit for the pet to enter the destination country
- Certificate of vaccination against rabies
- All valid health certificates required at points of transit, transfer, destination, or interruption of journey
- Any other documents required by countries of exit, entry, and transit
- What types of animals are permitted in the cabin?
- Only dogs and cats are permitted in the cabin on Air Serbia flights.
- What is the maximum weight allowed for a pet in the cabin?
- The carrier and animal together may not weigh more than 8 kg.
- What are the carrier size requirements for in-cabin pet travel?
- The maximum sum of carrier dimensions is 94 cm, for example 40 cm (length) x 30 cm (width) x 24 cm (height). The carrier must have a net cover for ventilation, be secured against opening, and be protected against leakage of liquids and waste. The pet must be able to stand up, lie down, and turn around inside the carrier.
- What are the fees for traveling with a pet?
- Fees are charged per flight: 40 EUR within Serbia and between Serbia and Montenegro/Bosnia and Herzegovina/North Macedonia/Croatia/Slovenia; 70 EUR between Serbia and Europe (excluding those countries); 80 EUR between Serbia and the Middle East/Africa; 100 EUR between Serbia and Russia; 130 EUR between Serbia and the USA, Canada, or China. The fee is non-refundable and non-transferable, except if Air Serbia cancels the flight.
- Is there a limit on the number of pets per passenger or per flight?
- One carrier is allowed per passenger. A maximum of two animals from the same litter may share one carrier. The total number of pets per flight is limited, and transport must be confirmed by Air Serbia in advance. On flights to/from China, one carrier with one pet per adult passenger is allowed.
- What documents and health certificates are required to travel with a pet?
- You must have a permit for the pet to enter your destination country, a certificate of vaccination against rabies, and all valid health certificates required at points of transit, transfer, destination, or interruption of the journey. Requirements vary by country.
- How do I book a flight for my pet, and can I do it online?
- You must notify Air Serbia in advance. If you book online, you can announce your pet and submit a request by calling the Contact Centre or visiting a branch or authorized travel agency. If you buy a ticket through the Contact Centre or at a branch, you can submit the pet transport request at the same time. Passengers with pets may only check in at the airport (not online), at least two hours before departure.
- Are there special requirements for international travel with a pet?
- Requirements vary by destination. Air Serbia does not transport pets to or from the UK, UAE, or Qatar. For travel to Serbia, consult the Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. For EU countries, Canada, and China, specific rules apply. For the USA (from 1 August 2024), new CDC rules apply for dogs, including a Dog Import Form and rabies vaccination requirements depending on which countries the dog has been in during the last six months.
- Are there temperature-related restrictions for pets traveling in the cargo hold?
- Air Serbia does not appear to offer cargo hold pet transport based on available information.
- What is the airline's policy on sedating pets during travel?
- No specific policy on sedation is stated.
Source: Official pet policy page ↗