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FAQ about Iberia pet policy

Policy last updated: April 22, 2026

Accepted pets:🐱 Cat🐶 Dog

In-Cabin Travel

Allowed
🐾Accepted pets🐱 Cat🐶 Dog
Max weight (pet + carrier)8 kg
Carrier max dimensions45 × 35 × 25 cm
Fee50 USD

Fee is per segment/carrier, not per pet. Up to three small, lightweight animals of the same species can share one carrier. Fee varies by route: Spain domestic (excl. Canary Islands) $50/segment or $75 with connecting flight; Canary Islands/Europe/North Africa/Middle East $75/segment or $95 with connecting flight; America/Asia $215/segment or $235 with connecting flight. Carrier sum of dimensions must not exceed 105 cm. On Air Nostrum flights, carrier cannot be rigid. Pet must remain in carrier under the seat throughout the flight. Cannot sit next to emergency exits. Prior authorisation required through Booking Offices; dogs, cats, tortoises and birds can be booked online at time of ticket purchase. Brachycephalic breeds restricted to cabin only (not hold). Pets not accepted in cabin on flights to/from London-Heathrow, Manchester, Edinburgh, or London-Gatwick (UK). Not accepted in cabin on flights to/from Doha (Qatar) — hold only, except assistance dogs. LEVEL airline accepts pets in cabin subject to availability.

Cargo / Hold

Allowed
As checked baggage Yes
As freight Yes
Max weight45 kg

Hold (checked baggage) fees vary by weight and route (in USD): Up to 10 kg — Spain domestic $100/segment or $145 connecting; Europe/Canary Islands/N.Africa/Middle East $150/segment or $190 connecting; America/Asia/Doha $330/segment or $400 connecting. 11–25 kg — Spain $110/$155; Europe etc. $160/$200; America/Asia/Doha $355/$425. 26–45 kg — Spain $120/$165; Europe etc. $170/$225; America/Asia/Doha $390/$455. Fees payable at airport only. Maximum dimensions for Air Nostrum flights: 83×65×56 cm. Two adult animals accustomed to living together (max 14 kg each) or three animals under 6 months from same litter may share one carrier. Connecting flight transit must be 90 min–4 hours. Booking required at least 48 hours before departure. Hold transport restricted (not available) on Iberia-operated routes Madrid to/from Boston, Fortaleza, Puerto Rico, Recife, Toronto, Washington. Also restricted on Iberia Express-operated routes Madrid to/from Cairo, Tel Aviv, Keflavik. Not available on Vueling-operated flights. Not available to/from any UK airport. Not available from Dublin (Ireland). Not available to/from South Africa (must use cargo/freight). As cargo (freight via IAG Cargo through WOOF Airlines): required when pet exceeds 45 kg, breed restrictions apply, legal entry restrictions in destination, or pet travelling unaccompanied.

Service Animals

Allowed
🐾Accepted species🐶 Dog
Must fit at passenger feet Yes
Advance notice required Yes
Documentation requiredOfficial badge/card/letter/certificate confirming assistance dog status and user name issued by competent authority, OR certificate/card from training entity that is IGDF or ADI member, OR ONCE guide dog user credentialOfficial health document proving vaccination as required by destination countryFor US flights: completed US DOT form attesting dog's training and behaviour (and relief attestation for flights over 8 hours)For UK travel: compliance with DEFRA Pet Travel Scheme; pre-approval from Animal Aircare at least 72 hours before flight

Must inform Iberia at least 48 hours before departure (or at time of booking). Maximum two assistance dogs per passenger on US flights (subject to US DOT 14 CFR Part 382). Assistance dog must be on lead/collar or harness at all times; cannot roam freely or occupy other passengers' space. Cannot sit in emergency exit rows. Therapy/emotional support dogs are NOT recognised as assistance dogs and are treated as pets. Assistance dogs are exempt from cabin restrictions on routes where hold transport is restricted (e.g. Iberia Express routes, LEVEL). Free of charge.

🐱🐶

Species Rules

Cats & dogs on same flight Permitted
Service animals exempt Yes

Cabin also accepts ornamental fish, tortoises, and birds (except poultry and birds of prey). Hold transport is restricted to cats and dogs only (excluding snub-nosed and dangerous breeds). Weasel family animals (including ferrets) are not accepted by Iberia at all.

Breed Restrictions

  • Pit Bull Terrier — not accepted in cabin or hold
  • Staffordshire Bull Terrier — not accepted in cabin or hold
  • American Staffordshire Terrier — not accepted in cabin or hold
  • Rottweiler — not accepted in cabin or hold
  • Doberman — not accepted in cabin or hold
  • Argentine Dogo — not accepted in cabin or hold
  • Brazilian Mastiff — not accepted in cabin or hold
  • Tosa — not accepted in cabin or hold
  • Akita — not accepted in cabin or hold
  • Brachycephalic dogs (hold banned, cabin only if conditions met): Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer (all breeds), Brussels Griffon, Bulldog (all breeds), Bull Mastiff, Canary Prey dog, Cane Corso, Cavalier Spaniel, Chihuahua, Chow Chow, Dogue de Bordeaux, English Toy Spaniel, Japanese Chin, Japanese Spaniel, King Charles Spaniel, Lhasa Apso, Maltese, Mastiff, Miniature Pinscher, Pekingese, Pit Bull, Pug, Saint Bernard, Shar Pei, Shih Tzu, Tibetan Spaniel, Yorkshire Terrier
  • Brachycephalic cats (hold banned, cabin only if conditions met): Burmese, Exotic Shorthair, Himalayan, Persian

Documentation Required

  • Official health card (for domestic Spain travel)
  • EU pet passport with microchip/readable tattoo and up-to-date rabies vaccination (for EU travel)
  • Tapeworm treatment proof within 24–120 hours of arrival (for dogs entering Finland, Ireland, Malta, Norway, or Northern Ireland)
  • Health authority authorisation and passport for animals under 3 months (EU travel)
  • Completed US CDC official form and receipt (for all dogs entering the USA, presented at check-in)
  • Valid rabies vaccination certificate or USDA-approved export health certificate if dog has been in high-risk rabies area (for US entry)
  • Animal health certificate issued by licensed vet (for Argentina)
  • Documents per Panamanian authority requirements (for Panama)
  • IATA form completed by check-in staff at airport
What types of animals are permitted in the cabin?
Dogs, cats, ornamental fish, tortoises and birds (except poultry and birds of prey) are accepted in the cabin, provided they do not exceed 8 kg including the carrier and meet all other requirements.
What is the maximum weight allowed for a pet in the cabin?
The maximum weight is 8 kg, including the carrier.
What are the carrier size requirements for in-cabin pet travel?
The maximum carrier size is 45 cm (length) x 35 cm (width) x 25 cm (height), and the sum of these dimensions must not exceed 105 cm. The carrier must be robust and ventilated (at least 16% of the total surface of the four sides) with a safe, leak-proof base. On Air Nostrum flights, the carrier cannot be rigid.
Can pets travel in the cargo hold, and what are the requirements?
Yes, cats and dogs (excluding snub-nosed and dangerous breeds) can travel in the hold. The maximum weight is 45 kg (pet + carrier). The carrier must be robust with a secure lock, comfortable for the animal, damage-free, well-ventilated, and have a waterproof, cushioned base. Prior authorisation through Booking Offices is required at least 48 hours before departure. For connecting flights, transit time must be between 90 minutes and 4 hours. Hold transport is not available on certain routes (e.g. Madrid to/from Boston, Fortaleza, Puerto Rico, Recife, Toronto, Washington; or any UK airport; or from Dublin).
What are the fees for traveling with a pet?
Cabin fees (per carrier): Spain domestic $50/segment or $75 with connecting flight; Canary Islands/Europe/North Africa/Middle East $75/segment or $95 connecting; America/Asia $215/segment or $235 connecting. Hold fees vary by weight and route — for example, up to 10 kg to America/Asia/Doha costs $330/segment or $400 with connecting flight. All fees are payable at the airport only.
Is there a limit on the number of pets per passenger or per flight?
Up to three small, lightweight animals of the same species can be transported in a single cabin carrier (fee is per carrier). In the hold, two adult animals accustomed to living together (max 14 kg each) or three animals under 6 months from the same litter may share one carrier. The total number of carriers accepted per flight varies by aircraft type.
Are there any breed restrictions for pets traveling in the cabin or cargo?
Yes. The following dangerous breeds are not accepted in either cabin or hold: Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler, Doberman, Argentine Dogo, Brazilian Mastiff, Tosa and Akita. Brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds cannot travel in the hold but may travel in the cabin if conditions are met. Affected dog breeds include Boxer, Bulldog (all breeds), Pug, Shih Tzu, Chow Chow and others. Affected cat breeds include Burmese, Exotic Shorthair, Himalayan and Persian.
What documents and health certificates are required to travel with a pet?
Requirements vary by route. For domestic Spain travel: official health card. For EU travel: pet passport showing microchip/tattoo and up-to-date rabies vaccination; proof of tapeworm treatment for dogs entering Finland, Ireland, Malta, Norway or Northern Ireland. For US travel: completed CDC official form (receipt required at check-in); valid US rabies vaccination certificate or USDA export health certificate if dog has been in a high-risk rabies area. For Argentina: animal health certificate from a licensed vet confirming disease-free status and valid rabies vaccination. At check-in, an IATA form is completed by Iberia staff.
How do I book a flight for my pet, and can I do it online?
Dogs, cats, tortoises and birds can be booked online at time of ticket purchase via iberia.com by selecting 'Pet in cabin' in the passenger drop-down. To add a pet later, bring ornamental fish, or book hold transport, you must contact the Booking Offices. All bookings must be made at least 48 hours before departure.
Are there special requirements for international travel with a pet?
Yes. Requirements vary by destination. EU travel requires a pet passport with microchip and rabies vaccination. US travel requires a completed CDC form. UK travel requires cargo transport only (no cabin or hold) and compliance with the DEFRA Pet Travel Scheme. Argentina requires an animal health certificate. Qatar (Doha) only allows hold transport (no cabin). South Africa requires cargo transport only. Always check the entry requirements of the destination country well in advance.
Are there temperature-related restrictions for pets traveling in the cargo hold?
Brachycephalic breeds are not permitted in the hold due to their susceptibility to heat stroke and breathing problems under stress or high temperatures. No other specific temperature embargo is stated.
Is there a dedicated contact for pet travel inquiries?
Yes. Contact Iberia Booking Offices by phone at +1 800 772 4642, available Monday to Sunday 00:00–24:00 (English and Spanish). For cargo transport, contact WOOF Airlines.

Source: Official pet policy page ↗