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Policy last updated: April 25, 2026
In-Cabin Travel
AllowedMaximum total weight of 8 kg / 17 lbs includes pet plus carrier. Maximum carrier size is 45 x 30 x 23 cm (length x width x height). TAP reserves the right to transfer a pet to the hold if mandatory conditions are not met. TAP Miles&Go members can earn up to 500 miles when flying with a pet, or use miles to pay for pet transport.
Cargo / Hold
AllowedMaximum total weight (pet + carrier) is 32 kg / 70 lbs for flights to, from, or with a stopover in the US, Hungary, France, and the Netherlands; or 45 kg / 99 lbs for all other destinations. If total weight exceeds these limits, transport must be arranged via TAP Air Cargo. TAP does not endorse the use of tranquilizers or sedatives as they can cause a drop in blood pressure and be fatal to pets. Certain breeds are not allowed in the hold. Potentially dangerous breeds have additional restrictions.
Service Animals
AllowedService dogs travel free of charge. Must be transported without a carrier, at the owner's feet, always on a leash, cannot occupy a passenger seat, and cannot move around the cabin. In exceptional cases (e.g., due to size), the dog may be required to travel in the hold in a suitable container, also free of charge. Booking must be requested at least 48 hours before the flight. Not permitted in emergency exit seats. Emotional support animals are not accepted. Connections with GOL and Azul are not accepted. Flights to/from the USA and UK have specific form requirements. TAP complies with EU Regulation No.1107/2006 and US DOT CFR Chapter 382.
Species Rules
Only dogs are accepted as service animals. Emotional support animals are not permitted. Pet transportation is not available on GOL and Azul codeshare flights.
Documentation Required
- Health/documentation requirements vary by route (mainland Portugal to Portuguese Islands, between EU Member States, flights to/from non-EU countries, flights to Ireland, flights to the USA)
- Specific forms required for flights to/from the USA
- Specific requirements for flights to the United Kingdom
- What types of animals are permitted in the cabin?
- Cats and dogs are permitted in the cabin. Only dogs are accepted as service animals.
- What is the maximum weight allowed for a pet in the cabin?
- The maximum total weight is 8 kg / 17 lbs, including the pet and the carrier.
- What are the carrier size requirements for in-cabin pet travel?
- The maximum carrier size is 45 x 30 x 23 cm (length x width x height) / 18 x 12 x 9 in.
- Can pets travel in the cargo hold, and what are the requirements?
- Yes, pets can travel in the aircraft's hold. The maximum total weight (pet + carrier) is 32 kg / 70 lbs for flights to, from, or with a stopover in the US, Hungary, France, and the Netherlands, or 45 kg / 99 lbs for other destinations. If these limits are exceeded, transport must be arranged through TAP Air Cargo. Certain breeds are not allowed in the hold. TAP does not endorse the use of tranquilizers or sedatives.
- Is there a limit on the number of pets per passenger or per flight?
- The pages reviewed do not specify a limit on the number of pets per passenger or per flight; specific seat allocation is required, and booking must be made at least 24 hours before the flight.
- Are there any breed restrictions for pets traveling in the cabin or cargo?
- Certain breeds are not allowed in the aircraft's hold, and potentially dangerous breeds have additional restrictions. Specific breed lists are detailed on the TAP pets page under 'Breeds not allowed in the aircraft's hold' and 'Potentially dangerous breeds'.
- What documents and health certificates are required to travel with a pet?
- Documentation requirements vary depending on the route: flights between mainland Portugal and the Portuguese Islands, between EU Member States and certain non-EU European countries, from/to non-EU Member States, to Ireland, and to the USA each have specific rules. Specific forms are required for flights to/from the USA and the United Kingdom.
- How do I book a flight for my pet, and can I do it online?
- Pet transport must be booked at least 24 hours before the flight. You can book via Manage Your Booking online, TAP's Contact Center, a TAP airport counter, or a travel agency. TAP Miles&Go members can also add pet transport through the Manage Your Booking extras selection page.
- Are there special requirements for international travel with a pet?
- Yes. Requirements vary by destination and include specific rules for flights between EU Member States, flights to/from non-EU countries, flights to Ireland, and flights to the USA. Special forms are required for US and UK flights.
- What is the airline's policy on sedating pets during travel?
- TAP does not endorse the use of tranquilizers or sedatives, as they can cause a drop in blood pressure and be fatal to pets.
Source: Official pet policy page ↗