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TAP Air Portugal pet policy: cabin, hold and fees
TAP Air Portugal 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 cabin | Yes: Dog, Cat |
|---|---|
| Cabin weight limit | 8 kg including the carrier |
| Cabin carrier | 45 × 30 × 23 cm, soft |
| Good to know | 1 carrier per passenger (up to 2 pets of one species). Not in long-haul Business. |
| Pets in the hold | Yes: Dog, Cat |
| Hold limit | 45 kg including the kennel. rigid kennel, no wheels; 32 kg max to/from/via USA, Hungary, France, Netherlands |
| Snub-nosed breeds in the hold | Not accepted |
| Fees | Charged as excess baggage; shown in the booking tool |
| How to book | Enter species, carrier and total weight when booking |
| Minimum age | 6 months |
| Cargo and other animals | Heavier animals: TAP Air Cargo. |
- Pregnant animals not accepted.
- Lisbon–Luanda: all pets travel as cargo.
- TAP doesn't carry pets to the UK in the cabin or hold (assistance dogs only).
Here is the TAP Air Portugal pet policy in plain English, checked against the official TAP Air Portugal page on 15 Oct 2026. TAP Air Portugal 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.
TAP Air Portugal pet policy for the cabin
On TAP Air Portugal, 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: 45 × 30 × 23 cm, soft. Also note: 1 carrier per passenger (up to 2 pets of one species). Not in long-haul Business.
Pets in the hold and as cargo on TAP Air Portugal
Bigger pets can fly in the hold on TAP Air Portugal: dogs and cats. The limit is 45 kg for the pet and its kennel together. Kennel rules: rigid kennel, no wheels; 32 kg max to/from/via USA, Hungary, France, Netherlands. Snub-nosed breeds such as pugs and French bulldogs are not accepted in the hold, because of the higher risk of breathing problems.
Heavier animals: TAP Air Cargo.
Fees and how to book a pet on TAP Air Portugal
Fee: Charged as excess baggage; shown in the booking tool. How to book: Enter species, carrier and total weight when booking. Minimum age: 6 months. Fees can change, so check the final amount when you book.
Flying to the UK with a pet on TAP Air Portugal
TAP doesn't carry pets to the UK in the cabin or hold (assistance dogs only). Great Britain only accepts pets on approved routes, which is why most airlines say no.
Before you book: TAP Air Portugal pet policy checklist
- First, weigh your pet together with its carrier or kennel, because airlines check the total weight at the airport.
- 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.
- Then, book your pet at the same time as your own seat, since pet places on each flight are limited.
- Finally, confirm the details on the official TAP Air Portugal 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 TAP Air Portugal?
Yes. TAP Air Portugal accepts dog, cat in the cabin. The pet and carrier together can weigh up to 8 kg. Carrier: 45 × 30 × 23 cm, soft.
Can my pet fly in the hold on TAP Air Portugal?
Yes: dog, cat. The limit is 45 kg including the kennel. Snub-nosed breeds are not accepted in the hold.
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on TAP Air Portugal?
Charged as excess baggage; shown in the booking tool. 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 TAP Air Portugal before you book. Your destination country may have extra entry rules.