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TAROM pet policy: cabin, hold and fees

TAROM accepts dogs and cats in the cabin up to 8 kg with the carrier. Fees, carrier sizes, breed rules and how to book, checked against the official policy.

Checked against the official page · 15 Oct 2026
Pets in the cabinYes: Dog, Cat
Cabin weight limit8 kg including the carrier
Cabin carrier42 × 26 × 20 cm, hard-shell or closed soft bag (soft bag only on ATR)
Good to know1 carrier per passenger; max 2 pets per flight on ATR 72, 3 on Boeing 737. Not with an infant, unaccompanied minor or wheelchair passenger.
Pets in the holdYes: Dog, Cat
Hold limit75 kg including the kennel. IATA crate up to 122 × 82 × 84 cm (B737) or 71 × 50 × 51 cm (ATR); no animals in the hold of Airbus A320; dogs over 40 kg as cargo
Snub-nosed breeds in the holdNot accepted
FeesCabin: EUR 50 domestic · EUR 90 Europe and Middle East · EUR 150 other. Hold: EUR 60 · EUR 110 · EUR 220
How to bookCall the TAROM Call Center to check availability before booking; hold at least 48 h before
Minimum age12 weeks
Cargo and other animalsOther species: cargo only.
Watch out for
  • Snub-nosed breeds are not accepted in the hold.
  • Pregnant or sedated animals are not accepted.

Here is the TAROM pet policy in plain English, checked against the official TAROM page on 15 Oct 2026. TAROM accepts dogs and cats in the cabin up to 8 kg with the carrier. Below, you’ll find what it means for your trip, plus a short checklist before you book.

TAROM pet policy: small dog traveling in the airplane cabin
Photo: Yiheng Fang / Unsplash

TAROM pet policy for the cabin

On TAROM, dogs and cats can travel with you in the cabin, as long as the pet and its carrier together weigh no more than 8 kg. Carrier rules: 42 × 26 × 20 cm, hard-shell or closed soft bag (soft bag only on ATR). Also note: 1 carrier per passenger; max 2 pets per flight on ATR 72, 3 on Boeing 737. Not with an infant, unaccompanied minor or wheelchair passenger.

Pets in the hold and as cargo on TAROM

Bigger pets can fly in the hold on TAROM: dogs and cats. The limit is 75 kg for the pet and its kennel together. Kennel rules: IATA crate up to 122 × 82 × 84 cm (B737) or 71 × 50 × 51 cm (ATR); no animals in the hold of Airbus A320; dogs over 40 kg as cargo. Snub-nosed breeds such as pugs and French bulldogs are not accepted in the hold, because of the higher risk of breathing problems.

Other species: cargo only.

Fees and how to book a pet on TAROM

Fee: Cabin: EUR 50 domestic · EUR 90 Europe and Middle East · EUR 150 other. Hold: EUR 60 · EUR 110 · EUR 220. How to book: Call the TAROM Call Center to check availability before booking; hold at least 48 h before. Minimum age: 12 weeks. Fees can change, so check the final amount when you book.

Before you book: TAROM pet policy checklist

  1. First, weigh your pet together with its carrier or kennel, because airlines check the total weight at the airport.
  2. Next, check the entry rules of your destination, such as microchip, rabies vaccine and health papers. Our pet travel requirements page links to the official sources.
  3. Then, book your pet at the same time as your own seat, since pet places on each flight are limited.
  4. Finally, confirm the details on the official TAROM pet policy page, because rules and fees can change.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I bring my pet in the cabin on TAROM?

Yes. TAROM accepts dog, cat in the cabin. The pet and carrier together can weigh up to 8 kg. Carrier: 42 × 26 × 20 cm, hard-shell or closed soft bag (soft bag only on ATR).

Can my pet fly in the hold on TAROM?

Yes: dog, cat. The limit is 75 kg including the kennel. Snub-nosed breeds are not accepted in the hold.

How much does it cost to fly with a pet on TAROM?

Cabin: EUR 50 domestic · EUR 90 Europe and Middle East · EUR 150 other. Hold: EUR 60 · EUR 110 · EUR 220. Fees change often, so confirm the exact amount when you book.

This summary is a guide, not legal or veterinary advice. Airlines change their rules often: always confirm with TAROM before you book. Your destination country may have extra entry rules.