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Policy last updated: April 25, 2026
In-Cabin Travel
AllowedOnly small dogs and cats permitted in cabin. Pet must fit under the seat in front and be able to stand, move and turn naturally without touching the walls of the carrier. No weight limit stated beyond size compliance. Flexible carrier max: 40x28x25 cm; Rigid kennel max: 36x33x19 cm. No wheels allowed; carrier must be of durable, leak-proof material with adequate ventilation. Pet must remain inside carrier at all times, must not be sedated, must be accompanied by owner. Available in Economy (up to 5 pets per flight) and Premium Economy (1 pet per flight) only; not available in Premium Business. Must be booked via Contact Center or WhatsApp, up to 4 hours before departure. Boarding pass only issued at airport. Service unavailable on flights to/from Galapagos, Aruba, Australia, Curacao, England, Mount Pleasant, New Zealand, South Africa. Restricted to Fernando de Noronha (guide/police dogs and qualifying residents only). Not available on connections with other airlines, codeshare flights, or flights operated by Wamos Air. Minors travelling with adults or as Unaccompanied Minors cannot add pet service. Cabin fees by route: Within Brazil BRL 200; Within Chile (excl. Easter Island) CLP 50,000; Within Colombia COP 60,000; Within Ecuador USD 45; Within Peru USD 45; Regional flights USD 200; Long-haul flights USD 250.
Cargo / Hold
AllowedDogs and cats may travel in the hold in a rigid, well-ventilated kennel. Maximum linear size (H+L+W) must not exceed 300 cm (118 in), height not exceeding 115 cm (45 in). Pet must stand on all four paws and turn naturally; at least 5 cm clearance from head to ceiling. Kennel must have 2 bowls secured to the gate. No toys, coats or blankets inside (exception for hairless breeds with vet certificate). Weight limits: Single-aisle aircraft (A319/A320/A321): up to 32 kg (pet+kennel) for flights up to 4 hrs; up to 23 kg for 4–5 hr flights; not available for flights over 5 hrs. Twin-aisle aircraft (B767/B777/B787): up to 45 kg; max 32 kg for flights to/from/connecting via Europe, Argentina or Venezuela. Up to 2 pets per passenger in the hold, each in its own kennel. Single-aisle flights: max 2 pets in hold per flight. Wide-body flights: no set limit (subject to availability). Service only on LATAM-operated flights; max one connection with layover under 7 hours. Must be booked via Contact Center or WhatsApp, up to 48 hours before departure. Service unavailable or restricted on flights to/from Galapagos, Aruba, Australia, Curacao, England, Mount Pleasant, New Zealand, South Africa. Restricted to Fernando de Noronha (guide/police dogs and qualifying residents only). Restricted on direct Santiago–Guayaquil flights. Suspended between US and Bolivia, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, Colombia (CDC restrictions). Passengers travelling with pets in hold cannot board transfer bus to/from JFK. Dogs vaccinated outside the USA cannot be transported to Boston or Orlando. Hold fees by route: Within Brazil BRL 500 (0–23 kg), BRL 700 (24–32 kg), BRL 900 (33–45 kg); Within Chile CLP 40,000 / 55,000 / 70,000; Within Colombia COP 170,000 / 200,000 / 250,000; Within Ecuador USD 50 / 65 / 80; Within Peru USD 60 / 80 / 100; Regional USD 125 / 200 / 275; Long-haul USD 150 / 225 / 300. Also available as freight via LATAM Cargo for animals exceeding weight/breed restrictions.
Service Animals
AllowedService Animals (SVAN) are dogs individually trained to perform tasks for the benefit of their owner with a disability or health condition (e.g. guide dogs, medical alert dogs). Emotional Support Animals (ESAN) are accepted in countries where permitted. All conditions and required documentation must be met. Search dogs for disaster survivors with prior certification are exempt from fees on humanitarian missions.
Species Rules
Dogs and cats may travel in the cabin, hold, or via LATAM Cargo. Other species are only accepted via LATAM Cargo. Service Animals (SVAN) and, where permitted, Emotional Support Animals (ESAN) are also accepted.
Breed Restrictions
- Brachycephalic dogs (hold restricted): Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Bull Mastiff, Bulldog (all breeds), American Bully, Chow Chow, Dogue de Bordeaux, Griffon Bruxellois, Lhasa Apso, English Mastiff, Italian Mastiff (Cane Corso), Neapolitan Mastiff, Pekingese, Pitbull (all breeds), Presa Canario (Dogo Canario), Pug/Pug (all breeds), Shar Pei, Shih Tzu, Japanese Spaniel (Chin), Tibetan Spaniel, English Staffordshire Bull Terrier (Staffy), American Staffordshire Terrier (Amstaff), English Toy Spaniel
- Dangerous dogs (hold restricted): American Akita, Akita Inu (Japanese), Boxer, Bull Mastiff, Bull Terrier, American Bulldog, American Bully, Doberman, Dogo Argentino, Dogo de Bordeaux, Fila Brasileiro, Italian Mastiff (Cane Corso), Neapolitan Mastiff, Anatolian Shepherd (Karabash), Pitbull (all breeds), Presa Canario (Dogo Canario), Rottweiler, English Staffordshire Bull Terrier (Staffy), American Staffordshire Terrier (Amstaff), Tosa Inu (Japanese)
- Brachycephalic cats (hold restricted): American Burmese, Himalayan, Exotic Shorthair, Persian (all types)
- Note: Brachycephalic pets may travel in the cabin if cabin conditions are met. Dangerous (non-brachycephalic) breeds may travel via LATAM Cargo.
Documentation Required
- Health certificate issued by a veterinarian, dated no more than 10 days prior to travel, including pet name, age, breed, vaccinations and statement of good health (original + copy)
- Destination/origin/connection-specific health documents (e.g. vaccination certificates, import permits, entry authorizations, blood tests, microchip records) — passenger's responsibility to verify
- For Santiago to Easter Island: Animal Export Certificate (CZE) issued by SAG; dogs and cats must be registered in the National Registry of Pets
- Within Colombia: Vaccination certificate with veterinarian's professional registration number
- Within Brazil: Health certificate (up to 10 days in advance) and proof of valid anti-rabies vaccination (21-day waiting period after first dose)
- For travel to/from Colombia (international): Sanitary Inspection Certificate (CIS) from the Colombian Agricultural Institute (ICA)
- For travel to Brazil (international): International Veterinary Certificate (IVC) or recognized Pet Passport issued by veterinary authority of country of origin
- What types of animals are permitted in the cabin?
- Small dogs and cats are permitted in the cabin, provided they fit inside their carrier under the seat in front. Other species may only travel via LATAM Cargo.
- What is the maximum weight allowed for a pet in the cabin?
- There is no specific weight limit stated for cabin travel, as long as the pet complies with the carrier size requirements and fits under the seat in front.
- What are the carrier size requirements for in-cabin pet travel?
- Flexible carrier maximum: 40 cm (L) x 28 cm (W) x 25 cm (H). Rigid kennel maximum: 36 cm (L) x 33 cm (W) x 19 cm (H). The pet must be able to stand, move, and turn without touching the walls or ceiling. No wheels; must be durable, leak-proof, and well-ventilated.
- Can pets travel in the cargo hold, and what are the requirements?
- Yes, dogs and cats can travel in the hold in a rigid, well-ventilated kennel. Weight limits vary by aircraft type: up to 32 kg (pet+kennel) on single-aisle aircraft for flights up to 4 hours; up to 23 kg for 4–5 hour flights; not available for flights over 5 hours on single-aisle aircraft. On twin-aisle aircraft, up to 45 kg (or 32 kg for flights to/from Europe, Argentina or Venezuela). Kennel maximum linear size 300 cm; max height 115 cm. Brachycephalic and potentially dangerous breeds are not accepted in the hold. Prior confirmation via Contact Center required up to 48 hours before departure.
- What are the fees for traveling with a pet?
- Cabin fees: Within Brazil BRL 200; Within Chile (excl. Easter Island) CLP 50,000; Within Colombia COP 60,000; Within Ecuador USD 45; Within Peru USD 45; Regional flights USD 200; Long-haul flights USD 250. Hold fees (by weight bracket 0–23/24–32/33–45 kg): Within Brazil BRL 500/700/900; Within Chile CLP 40,000/55,000/70,000; Within Colombia COP 170,000/200,000/250,000; Within Ecuador USD 50/65/80; Within Peru USD 60/80/100; Regional USD 125/200/275; Long-haul USD 150/225/300. Fees vary by route and service type.
- Is there a limit on the number of pets per passenger or per flight?
- In the cabin: 1 pet per passenger; up to 5 pets per flight in Economy, 1 in Premium Economy. In the hold: up to 2 pets per passenger, each in its own kennel; maximum 2 pets in hold per flight on single-aisle aircraft; no set limit on wide-body aircraft (subject to availability).
- Are there any breed restrictions for pets traveling in the cabin or cargo?
- Yes. Brachycephalic and potentially dangerous dog breeds, and brachycephalic cat breeds, are not accepted in the hold. Restricted dog breeds include Bulldogs, Pugs, Boxers, Pitbulls, Rottweilers, Dobermans and many others. Restricted cat breeds include Persian, Himalayan, Exotic Shorthair, and American Burmese. Brachycephalic pets may travel in the cabin if cabin conditions are met. Dangerous (non-brachycephalic) breeds may use LATAM Cargo.
- What documents and health certificates are required to travel with a pet?
- A health certificate issued by a veterinarian dated no more than 10 days before travel is required (original + copy), including the pet's name, age, breed, vaccinations and statement of good health. Additional destination-specific documents may be required, such as vaccination certificates, import permits, blood tests or microchip records. For travel within Brazil, proof of valid anti-rabies vaccination is required. For Colombia, a Sanitary Inspection Certificate (CIS) from the ICA is required. For entry into Brazil, an International Veterinary Certificate (IVC) or recognized Pet Passport is required.
- How do I book a flight for my pet, and can I do it online?
- Pet travel must be booked and confirmed in advance via LATAM's Contact Center, WhatsApp, or at sales offices. It cannot be fully booked online. For cabin travel, booking must be made up to 4 hours before departure; for hold travel, up to 48 hours before departure. Boarding passes are only issued at the airport.
- Are there special requirements for international travel with a pet?
- Yes. Requirements vary by destination and it is the passenger's responsibility to check them. For Colombia, a Sanitary Inspection Certificate (CIS) from the ICA is required. For Brazil, an International Veterinary Certificate (IVC) or recognized Pet Passport is required (European Pet Passport is not accepted). For the US, CDC requirements apply, including microchip, rabies vaccination, CDC importation form, and minimum age of 6 months. Dogs vaccinated outside the US entering from high-rabies-risk countries require an Animal Care Facility reservation and rabies serology report.
- Are there temperature-related restrictions for pets traveling in the cargo hold?
- Yes. On domestic Brazilian flights, pet transport in the hold is not available on flights departing or arriving between 10:01 a.m. and 3:59 p.m. Pets in the hold are not permitted on flights to/from New York City or Boston from December 15 through April 15 due to low temperatures; however, pets may travel in the cabin during this period if cabin conditions are met.
- What is the airline's policy on sedating pets during travel?
- Pets must not be sedated for travel in either the cabin or the hold.
- Is there a dedicated contact for pet travel inquiries?
- Yes. Passengers can contact LATAM's Contact Center by phone or via WhatsApp to book pet travel services. Sales offices can also assist with bookings.
Source: Official pet policy page ↗