The acceptation of carry-on pets

Classification, acceptance and limitations for carriage by Air

Europa

AIR EUROPA PET CLASSIFICATION

 PETC: PETS IN CABIN

 Dogs
 Cats
 Birds (except birds of prey)
 Fish
 Aquarium tortoises
 Some rodents (hamsters, guinea pigs or small rabbits)

 AVIH: PETS IN HOLD

 Amphibians
 Insects
 Crustaceans
 Reptiles (except Aquarium tortoises)
 Rodents (except hamsters, guinea pigs or small rabbits)
 Ferrets

NOT ACCEPTED

 When animals are not accompanied by their owners or authorised

representatives of the owners.
 Commercial shipments of pet animals or shipments considered to be
commercial.
 Protected endangered species.
 Adult carnivores of species not classified as pets.
 Laboratory animals.
 Unweaned animals.
 Pregnant animals.
Animals not accepted as PETC or AVIH may be accepted as cargo in certain
situations, in which case the necessary arrangements must be made with Air
Europa’s Cargo Department.

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 CARRIAGE LIMITATIONS

The maximum number of pets – dogs, cats, ferrets, pet birds or any other
animal – that each passenger may transport without it being considered a
commercial consignment is 5.
With regard to commercial shipments of animals as cargo, (Air Europa Cargo
Department) the 5 animal limit does not exist.

ACCEPTANCE

1. PETC
In order for PETC to be accepted, the animal must comply with the following
requirements:
 Pets (dogs and cats) must have all required vaccinations.
 It should be kept in a container or carrier with maximum dimensions of
55 x 35 x 25 cm.
 It must not give off an offensive smell or look unpleasant for the rest of
the passengers.
 The total weight may not exceed 8kg (pet + container).
 Except for flights operated by ATR aircraft, where the weight cannot
exceed 6kg (pet + container)
 The maximum capacity for pets in the aircraft must be respected, which
is dependant on its characteristics. For PETC it is always the number of
containers that counts and not the number of animals. Therefore, it is
possible to transport various pets in the same container provided that
size and weight requirements are met.
 In a single container up to 3 pets may be transported, provided that they
are all the same species and that the maximum size and weight limits
are not exceeded.
 The container must be placed under the seat in front.
 Under no circumstances may the animal be released from the container
in the aircraft passenger cabin.
 The container must be an approved model; or failing that, it must be
possible to close it completely without interfering with the animal’s
breathing. Carriers and containers that do not offer ventilation when
closed will not be accepted for carriage.

2. AVIH
Any animal that does not meet the conditions for carriage as PETC must be
transported as AVIH in the aircraft hold, and must comply with the following
requirements:
 A passenger may check-in up to 5 animals.
 Pets (dogs and cats) must have all required vaccinations.
 Potentially dangerous dogs (in accordance with Royal Decree 287/2002)
must wear a muzzle that is appropriate to their breed. This is to prevent
damage to the structure of the containers and injury to individuals with
whom the animal is not familiar and who have to handle it.

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 The breeds that must wear a muzzle when carried as AVIH (R.D.
287/2002) are:
o Pit Bull Terrier
o Staffordshire Bull Terrier
o American Staffordshire Terrier
o Rottweiler
o Dogo Argentino
o Fila Brasileiro
o Tosa Inu
o Akita
o Inu
 Those dogs that meet all or the majority of the following conditions must
also wear a muzzle:
o Strong muscles, powerful and robust appearance, athletic
constitution, agility, strength and endurance.
o Strong character and fearless.
o Short hair.
o Chest width between 60 and 80 cm; shoulder height between
50 and 70cm, and weight over 20kg (44lb).
o Bulky, square, robust head; with a large, wide skull and
pronounced cheek muscles; strong, large jaw; strong, wide,
deep mouth.
o Short, wide, muscular neck.
o Broad, thick, deep chest, with arched ribs and a muscular,
short back.
o Straight, parallel, strong forelegs and very muscular
hindquarters, forming a moderate angle, and relatively large
paws.
 Pets must be transported in IATA-approved rigid containers with
a metal door, appropriate for carriage by air. Wire mesh or welded
mesh containers are not acceptable.
 The passenger shall be responsible for feeding the animal if this is
necessary. The containers must have the appropriate holders for food
and water, allowing the animal to be fed from outside the container.
 The container must be appropriately ventilated through the three sides
with greater ventilation through the upper part.
 There must be absorbent material on the floor of the container. Straw is
not acceptable as in many countries its entry is forbidden.
 The container must have a green IATA “Live Animals” label and a black
“This side up” label.
 It must be possible to close the container firmly (without padlocks).
Larger containers must have at least two secure locks.
 The door hinges and security bolts must cross the vents in the container
above and below the door opening by at least 1.6cm.
 The size of the container must be such that it allows the animal to
remain upright without touching the top with any part of its head or ears,
turn around freely and lie down naturally at all times.
 The maximum number of pets per container is 1. However, a maximum
of 2 animals will be permitted when they are of comparable size (up to
14kg each) and are used to cohabiting.

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  A maximum of 3 animals from the same litter, up to six months old, can
be shipped into the same container.
 For interline flights (in which more than one company participates) an
acceptance confirmation will be necessary from any ongoing carriers.
 The passenger’s name, address and contact telephone number must be
marked clearly and visibly on the animal’s container.
 Sedating animals is not recommended as it lowers their blood pressure,
and this can be lethal when combined with the air pressure at high
altitudes. Sedatives or other medicines may be used if done so in
accordance with a veterinary prescription.

3. SERVICE ANIMALS

3.1. GUIDE ANIMALS

Guide animals accompanying a deaf or blind passenger are excluded from the PETC
and AVIH regulations.

It is necessary to notify 48 hours prior to the flight via pnr with a SSR BLND or
DEAF, according to the passenger’s type of disability, and in the free text indicate
that a guide animal will be on board. The animal must be identified as a service
animal by its identification card, other written documentation, the presence of
harnesses, labels, or credible verbal guarantees from a person with reduced
mobility using the animal.

In the event that it is not possible to demonstrate that the animal is a service
animal, the regulations for AVIH and PETC will be followed.

A passenger who is travelling with a service animal will be placed in a specific seat
for such cases. In the event that such seats are not available (due to there being
other passengers in the same situation), Air Europa is not obliged to provide the
passenger with an extra seat.

There are two types of guide animals:

 Those that have been specially trained and are capable of carrying out
certain tasks or functions to assist the passenger with their disability.
 Those that provide emotional support to a person whose disability is
related with mental health.

Service animals will always be accepted in line with the following requirements and
regulations:
 The guide animals are trained to behave appropriately. An animal that
shows signs of aggressive behaviour has not been properly trained and
will not be accepted as a guide animal even if it is assisting a passenger
with reduced mobility or is necessary for the emotional well-being of a
passenger.
 Every PRM passenger will be permitted to travel with their guide animal
in the passenger cabin.
 Said animals are not counted as PETC.
 The total weight of the guide animal providing emotional support plus its
container may not exceed 8kg.
 The number of guide animals permitted on board the aircraft is limited
by the number of PRM who are able to walk and travelling alone.

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  Guide animals that are undergoing training are not permitted in the
cabin.
 They will never be charged as excess baggage.
 Guide dogs not kept in a container may be accepted in the passenger
cabin provided they have the appropriate harness and do not take up a
seat. Other animals must be kept in their carriers at all times.
 They must be placed at the passenger’s feet and are not required to
wear a muzzle.

3.2. SEARCH AND RESCUE DOGS

In the case of trained search and rescue dogs accompanying rescue teams or
security forces on an official mission, the following is applicable:
 The transport of search and rescue dogs that have the corresponding
“Travel Authorisation” is permitted.
 Such animals are considered members of the Forces and no charge will
be made for their transport at the Air Europa offices.
 There is no weight limit as these animals have maximum acceptance
priority due to their role.

4. RESERVATION PROCESS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

It is always necessary to inform the client of the requirements and/or

current regulations so that they can act accordingly and carry the documentation
with them that we require and do all that is necessary to comply with the transport
requirements for PETC / AVIH.

Acceptance will only be granted when the PETC/AVIH travels accompanied by the
passenger and following prior authorisation from the company.

The minimum advance notice for a request/confirmation via pnr of said carriage is
48 working hours, always with the codes SSR PETC, SSR AVIH.

Any animal reservation request not covered in said procedure must be sent to Air
Europa’s Cargo Department.

It is necessary to inform the client of the approximate duration of the flight and any
possible transits, and recommend they visit their veterinarian in order to establish
guidelines for drink, food, and sedation in accordance with the flight length.

The client must be alerted to the animal health regulations applicable to non-
commercial movements of pet animals.

The client must be advised of the need to check-in the animal sufficiently in
advance so that the necessary security controls can be carried out.

The client must be informed of the requirements that the containers used for
transport must meet, making special mention of:
 General requirements for pet containers
 Specific requirements of the container that are relevant to certain
species
The number and type of pet animal(s), the weight of the animal plus the container
and the measurements of container must be indicated.

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The 32kg total weight limit of animal plus container does not exist, but it is
important to note that in the case of interline flights said maximum weight
limit may not be exceeded.

The maximum permitted size for the container is 406 linear centimetres (160
in).

5. GENERAL REGULATIONS FOR TRANSPORTING PET ANIMALS

In accordance with regulations for the transport of animals and Regulation (EC)
245/2007, a list of countries has been established to be taken into account for
entry and exit requirements for the movement of pets.

6. LIST OF COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIES

According to regulations for the transport of animals under Regulation ( EC) Nº245
/ 2007 , a list of countries are set to take account of the requirements of entry and
exit of pets.

6.1. EU MEMBER STATES

PART A: Ireland (IE), Malta (MT), Sweden (SE), United Kingdom (GB).
PART B: Denmark (DK), including Greenland (GL) and the Faeroe Islands (FO);
Spain (ES), including the Balearic Islands, Canary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla;
France (FR), including French Guiana (GF), Guadeloupe (GP), Martinique (MQ) and
Réunion (RE); Gibraltar (GI), Portugal (PT), including the Azores Islands and
Madeira Islands; Member States other than those listed in “Part A” or in “Section
2” of “Part B”.

 OTHER EUROPEAN COUNTRIES:

Those countries included in Part B, Section 2: Andorra (AD), Switzerland (CH),

Iceland (IC), Liechtenstein (LI), Monaco (MC), Norway (NO), San Marino (SM),
Vatican City (VA).

 THIRD COUNTRIES INCLUDED IN THE LIST:

Those countries included in Part C: Ascension Island (AC); United Arab Emirates
(AE); Antigua and Barbuda (AG); Netherlands Antilles (AN); Argentina (AR);
Australia (AU); Aruba (AW); Bosnia and Herzegovina (BA); Barbados (BB); Bahrain
(BH); Bermuda (BM); Belarus (BY); Canada (CA); Chile (CL); Fiji (FJ); Falkland
Islands (FK); Hong Kong (HK); Croatia (HR); Jamaica (JM); Japan (JP); Saint Kitts
and Nevis (KN); Cayman Islands (KY); Montserrat (MS); Mauritius (MU); Mexico
(MX); Malaysia (MY); New Caledonia (NC); New Zealand (NZ); French Polynesia
(PF); Saint Pierre and Miquelon (PM); Russian Federation (RU); Singapore (SG);
Saint Helena (SH); Trinidad and Tobago (TT); Taiwan (TW); United States of
America (US), including Guam (GU); Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (VC); British
Virgin Islands (VG); Vanuatu (VU); Wallis and Futuna (WF); Mayotte (YT).

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 This list includes third countries and territories free of rabies, as well as third
countries and territories where the risk of introducing rabies into the Community as
a result of movements from these countries is not considered to be higher that the
risk associated with movements within Member States.

 THIRD COUNTRIES NOT INCLUDED IN THE LIST.

Entry into Spain of

Non-commercial movement of dogs, cats and ferrets over
dogs, cats and ferrets
3 months old within Member States
over 3 months old from

Third
European Ireland + Third Countries
Countries
Union + EC Finland Malta + United Sweden not included
included
Region Kingdom in the list
in the list

Identification by
clearly readable x x x
tattoo

Identification by
Alternative Alternative Alternative
electronic microchip x x x
Option Option Option
identification system

Anti-rabies
x x x x x x
vaccination

30 days after 120 days after

3 months after
vaccination vaccination and
Neutralising antibody entry into Spain or
and 6 months 6 months
titration before leaving
before being before being
Spain
moved moved

Passport issued by
an authorised x x x x
veterinarian
Treatment against
echinococcosis (24–
x x x
48 hours before
travelling)
Treatment against
ticks (24 – 48 hours x x Optional
before travelling)

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Certificate in
accordance with the
established model
signed by an official
veterinarian, or a
certificate signed by x x
an authorised
veterinarian and visa
by the competent
authorities of the
country of origin

Anti-distemper and
leptospirosis
Optional x
vaccinations
(dogs only)

Animals under 3
Request special authorisation Not authorised
months

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7. TRANSPORT TO / WITHIN SPANISH TERRITORY, GENERAL
REGULATIONS FOR THE TRANSPORT OF PET ANIMALS.

7.1. GENERAL REGULATIONS

 Poultry (ducks, chickens, turkeys) are not considered pet animals and
therefore must be transported as cargo.
 Dogs, cats and ferrets must travel accompanied by their valid, up-to-date
vaccination card, or failing that a community passport.
 The animal must travel accompanied by its owner or the owner’s
representative.
 The owner must guarantee via a personal declaration that they undertake
not to sell the animal and accept the checks that the Spanish veterinary
services deem appropriate at the address or addresses that the interested
parties specify in accordance with current health regulations.
 The health certificate must be drawn up at least in Spanish.

7.2. DOGS, CATS AND FERRETS FROM EU MEMBER STATES

Apart from complying with general regulations, the following requirements also
exist:

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in sections I, II and III of the

passport, certifying that the animal has been identified at origin by means
of a clearly readable tattoo or an electronic identification system
(transponder).

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section IV of the passport,

certifying that the animal has been vaccinated or revaccinated against
rabies. Moving the animal during the 21 days after the vaccination in the
event of it being the first vaccination is not permitted.
Animals under three months old that have not been vaccinated require special
authorisation.

7.3. DOGS, CATS AND FERRETS FROM OTHER EUROPEAN

COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIES OR FROM THIRD COUNTRIES
INCLUDED IN THE LIST.

These animals must travel accompanied by a certificate issued by an official

veterinarian from the country of origin, or a passport in the event of re-entry,
which must comply with the following requirements:

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in sections I, II and III of the

passport, certifying that the animal has been identified at origin/source by
means of a clearly readable tattoo or an electronic identification system
(transponder).

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section IV of the passport,

certifying that the animal has been vaccinated or revaccinated against
rabies. Moving the animal during the 21 days after the vaccination in the
event of it being the first vaccination is not permitted.

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  Animals under three months old that have not been vaccinated require
special authorisation.

7.4. DOGS, CATS AND FERRETS FROM THIRD COUNTRIES AND

TERRITORIES NOT INCLUDED IN THE LIST.

These animals must travel accompanied by a certificate issued by an official

veterinarian from the country of origin, or a passport in the event of re-entry,
which must comply with the following requirements:

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in sections I, II and III of the

passport, certifying that the animal has been identified at origin/source by
means of a clearly readable tattoo or an electronic identification system
(transponder).
 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section IV of the passport,
certifying that the animal has been vaccinated or revaccinated against
rabies. Moving the animal during the 21 days after the vaccination in the
event of it being the first vaccination is not permitted.
 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section V of the passport, certifying
compliance with the anti-rabies serological test on a sample taken 21 days
after the vaccination and three months before travelling, at an authorised
laboratory.
 Entry of unvaccinated animals under three months old is not
permitted.

8. PET BIRDS, IRRESPECTIVE OF THEIR ORIGIN

Animals must comply with the established requirements (Commission Decision
2007/25/EC) as regards certain protection measures in relation to highly
pathogenic avian influenza and movements of pet birds accompanying their owners
into the Community.

In order to move such animals, compliance with the following requirements is

necessary:

 Have undergone isolation for 30 days prior to export at the place of

departure in a third country listed in Council Decision 79/542/EEC.
 Undergo quarantine for 30 days after import in the Member State of
destination on premises approved (in accordance with Article 6 of Regulation
(EC) 318/2007 of 23 March 2007 which lays down animal health conditions
for the import of certain birds into the Community and the quarantine
conditions thereof).
 Have, within the last six months and not later than 60 days prior to dispatch
have been vaccinated, and at least on one occasion revaccinated, against
avian influenza using an H5 vaccine approved for the species concerned in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
 Have been isolated for at least 10 days prior to export and have undergone
a test to detect the H5N1 antigen or genome carried out on a sample taken
not before the third day of isolation.

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Moreover,

 When the birds come from other Member States, they must be
accompanied by the corresponding veterinary certificate, signed and
sealed by an official veterinarian.
 When the birds come from third countries, they must be accompanied
by the corresponding veterinary certificate, signed and sealed by an
official veterinarian, complemented by a declaration from the owner or the
representative of the owner in accordance with the models established in
Decision 2007/25/EC.
 Poultry shall NEVER be considered pet animals.

9. PET PRIMATES AND OTHER SPECIES, IRRESPECTIVE OF

THEIR COUNTRY OF ORIGIN

Animals must be accompanied by the corresponding veterinary certificate, drawn

up at least in Spanish, and issued in the ten days prior to travelling.

TRANSPORT FROM SPANISH TERRITORY, GENERAL REGULATIONS FOR THE

TRANSPORT OF PET ANIMALS.

MOVEMENT OF DOGS AND CATS TO EU MEMBER STATES INCLUDED IN THIS POINT

Only dogs and cats are accepted and therefore ferrets and pet birds are not
accepted for transport as pet animals.

✓ GB – UNITED KINGDOM

Pets animals are only accepted as cargo, therefore they are not accepted as
PETC or AVIH, and consequently the client should contact Air Europa’s Cargo
Department.

The country’s regulations prohibit the transit or landing of certain animal species
through or to the United Kingdom, unless a licence permitting the movement has
been obtained. Therefore, Air Europa’s Cargo Department is responsible for
informing of the approval or otherwise for said transport.

✓ IE – IRELAND

Pet dogs and cats must be accompanied by their passport, in which:

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in sections I, II and III of the

passport, certifying that the animal has been identified at origin by means
of a clearly readable tattoo or an electronic identification system
(transponder).

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section IV of the passport,

certifying that the animal has been vaccinated or revaccinated against
rabies. Moving the animal during the 21 days after the vaccination in the
event of it being the first vaccination is not permitted.

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  The clinical veterinarian will fill in section V of the passport, certifying
compliance with the anti-rabies serological test on a sample taken 21 days
after the vaccination and three months before travelling, at an authorised
laboratory.

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section VI of the passport,

certifying that the animal has been subjected to an anti-parasite treatment
against ticks between 24 and 48 hours prior to departure.

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section VII of the passport,

certifying that the animal has been subjected to a treatment against
echinococcosis between 24 and 48 hours prior to departure.

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section IX of the passport,

certifying that the animal is in good health and can travel to its destination.

✓ SE – SWEDEN

Pet dogs and cats must be accompanied by their passport, in which:

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in sections I, II and III of the

passport, certifying that the animal has been identified at origin by means
of a clearly readable tattoo or an electronic identification system
(transponder).
 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section IV of the passport,
certifying that the animal has been vaccinated or revaccinated against
rabies. Moving the animal during the 21 days after the vaccination in the
event of it being the first vaccination is not permitted.
 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section V of the passport, certifying
compliance with the anti-rabies serological test on a sample taken 21 days
after the vaccination and three months before travelling, at an authorised
laboratory.
 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section VII of the passport,
certifying that the animal has been subjected to a treatment against
echinococcosis between 24 and 48 hours prior to departure.
 In the case of dogs, the veterinarian will fill in section VIII of the
passport, certifying that the dog has been vaccinated against leptospirosis
and distemper.
 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section IX of the passport,
certifying that the animal is in good health and can travel to its destination.

10. MOVEMENT OF DOGS, CATS AND FERRETS TO EU MEMBER

STATES INCLUDED IN THIS POINT.

Only dogs, cats and ferrets are accepted, and therefore pet birds are not accepted
for transport as pet animals.
Animals must be accompanied by their passport, in which:

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in sections I, II and III of the

passport, certifying that the animal has been identified at origin by means

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 of a clearly readable tattoo or an electronic identification system
(transponder).
 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section IV of the passport,
certifying that the animal has been vaccinated or revaccinated against
rabies. Moving the animal during the 21 days after the vaccination in the
event of it being the first vaccination is not permitted.

✓ FI – FINLAND
In addition to the above points (sections I,II,III and IV of the passport):

 The clinical veterinarian will fill in section VII of the passport,

certifying that the animal has been subjected to treatment against
Equinococcus multilocuaris with Praziquantel in the 30 days prior to
departure.

11. MOVEMENT OF PET ANIMALS TO THIRD COUNTRIES.

For flights outside the European Community the passenger must comply with the
special requirements marked by each country for the import of pet animals. In such
cases it is advisable to consult the TIM or TIMATIC with each country’s conditions.

✓ AR – ARGENTINA
Domestic dogs and cats travelling as pets, protected with a Health Certificate for
the relevant animal, issued by the health authorities of the country of origin are
exempt from the requirements of the regulations (arg-01) of SENASA (National
Agrifood and Health Quality Service).

Animals over three months old must also be accompanied by an anti-rabies

vaccination certificate.

Pet animals from Africa and Asia (except Japan) are not exempt from regulation
ARG-01 (previous paragraph); they must always request authorisation from
SENASA.

The import of pisttacine birds (parrots, cockatoos, etc.) from any origin is
strictly forbidden.

The requirements to authorise the import of cats and dogs are as follows:
 They must be accompanied by an animal health certificate issued by the
official authority of the country of origin, drawn up in or translated into
Spanish:

o Identification details of the owner: name and surname, address.

Identification details of the animal: species, sex, date of birth, coat,
size and any identification marks.
o Country of origin, destination and transit, where appropriate.
o A record of an anti-rabies vaccination will be required for all dogs and
cats over 3 (three) months old, which must have been done at least
30 (thirty) days before the entry date of the animal; for animals
vaccinated for the first time, and with a validity of not more than one
year.

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 o If the animal is from a country that has officially declared the
presence in its territory of African Horse Sickness and/or Rift Valley
Fever to the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE), the
following certification:
o That at the place of origin and within a radius of 50 (fifty) kilometres
no cases have been recorded in the last 3 (three) years of the
abovementioned diseases, or
o The animal(s) have not been moved during this period to regions
affected by these diseases.
o The health certificate must guarantee that the animal identified was
examined during the 10 (ten) days prior to travelling and did not
show any clinical signs of diseases typical of the species.
 The owner of the animal must pay the duty established by SENASA for the
veterinary inspection on import.
 Animals that comply with the previous requirements will not have to be kept
in quarantine on import. In the event of suspected zoonotic infectious
contagious or high risk diseases for the Argentine Republic, SENASA
personnel will decide on the measures that will ensure isolation and/or the
corresponding quarantine measures.

✓ BR – BRAZIL

The entry of animals other than dogs, cats and birds requires prior authorisation
from Ministry of Agriculture. Dogs, cats and birds that are imported do not need to
be kept in quarantine, provided that certain legal requirements are met.

The Brazilian health authorities require the following documents:

 For dogs and cats: The following certificates issued by an official

veterinarian (a maximum of 7 days before entry of the animal into Brazil).
o Vaccination certificates:
✓ They have been vaccinated against rabies not less than 30
days and not more than one year prior to entry of the animal.
✓ The animal has its annual vaccinations up-to-date (DHLPP,
bordetella)
o Health certificate confirming that there are no known infectious or
contagious diseases in the place of origin of the animals in the 40
days prior to their import.
o The animal must be fitted with a ISO compatible microchip.
o If the animal arrives on a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday, special
arrangements must be made.

 For birds: Certificate issued by the Animal Health Authority confirming that
the animal is free of psittacosis. These documents must be authenticated by
the Brazilian Embassy. Once authenticated, however, they are only valid for
7 days from their date of issue.

✓ CR – COSTA RICA

It is necessary to contact the Directorate General for Animal Health of the Ministry
of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG) to consult current regulations.

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 ✓ CU – CUBA
Information pending.

✓ DO – DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

The only species that may be transported are cats and dogs; for any type of
exception, the client must request the corresponding permit from the Directorate
General of Livestock.

✓ MX – MEXICO

 Pet animal’s dogs, cats and domestic birds may travel only in aircraft holds.
 Other animals may travel to / from Mexico as airfreight only.

 The Mexican Authorities responsible for regulating animal health regulations

in Mexico are:
o Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Rural Development, Fisheries
and Food (SAGARPA) (www.sagarpa.gob.mx).
o Department of the Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT)
(www.semarnat.gob.mx)
o Federal Department for the Protection of the Environment (PROFEPA)
(www.profepa.gob.mx)
o
Flights to Mexico:

The original and a duplicate copy of all the documents requested must be
presented,
o For dogs and cats, the following are necessary:
✓ Health certificate issued by a veterinarian 15 days before the date of
departure declaring that the pet is free of contagious diseases;
✓ In the case of dogs, the health certificate must specify that the
animal has been vaccinated against rabies, hepatitis and distemper
(if it is old enough);
✓ Vaccination certificate, and
✓ Anti-parasite certificate.
o In the case of other animal species, it is necessary to file the animal
health requirements sheet.
o Wild animals and protected species require a special permit from the
Mexican Authorities in order to travel to Mexico.
o If the passenger is transporting animals that have not been mentioned
previously, it may be that their import into Mexico is not permitted.
SAGARPA, SEMARNAT and PROFEPA are the authorities responsible for
regulating the entry of other animals.

Flights from Mexico:

o Animal health mobility certificate issued by SAGARPA (after having
presented the health certificates, anti-parasite treatment certificates
and vaccination card), and
o Permit from PROFEPA if the animals are not dogs or cats.

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 ✓ SN – SENEGAL

Information pending.

✓ TU – TUNISIA

Generally, Tunisia applies the same Animal Health Regulations to the non-
commercial movement of pet animals that are in force in the European Union.

✓ VE – VENEZUELA
When a passenger takes a domestic animal on a trip, the following requirements
must be met:

 For dogs and cats the following is required:

o Certificate of vaccination against rabies.
o Health certificate.
 A distemper certificate is also required for dogs. Certificates shall be issued
by an authorised official veterinarian. However, it is recommended to obtain
an export permit from the Ministry of Agriculture office at the airport (if
applicable). In countries where this office does not exist, the certificates
mentioned above are sufficient.
 A certificate of good health issued by an authorised official veterinarian is
required for birds. There are no restrictions on the amount coming from any
country. As with other pets, obtaining an export permit from the country of
origin is recommended.
 An inspection is made by the officials of the Servicio Autónomo de Sanidad
Agropecuario (SASA) and a Certificate of Inspection is awarded, with which
passengers may travel with domestic animals.
 A special procedure must be undertaken when exporting pets from
Venezuela.
 The Animal Service Office - SASA (Servicio Autónomo de Sanidad
Agropecuario) can be contacted for more information.

✓ PE – PERU

With reference to the transport of animals to Lima, you can apply the third
countries section; however, there are several considerations to take into account:

Dogs and cats must be accompanied by:

 a certificate of good health;
 an anti-rabies vaccination certificate ;
 other vaccinations (if applicable), and
 a certificate confirming the animal is parasite-free (worms).

The Peruvian authorities accept the presence of guide dogs for the blind as long as
they wear a muzzle and have a training certificate.

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Because of the outbreaks of bovine spongiform encephalopathy, the Peruvian
health authorities require passengers arriving at Lima and transporting cats to fill in
an official certificate declaring that the animal has not been fed bovine meat.

✓ US - UNITED STATES

You can obtain more information on bringing in animals from the US Department of
Agriculture (for birds) or the Public Health Service (for other animals).

Passengers who travel via Houston must remain onboard the aircraft during transit
when they are travelling with pets in the cabin.
Source: www.iatatravelcentre.com

 Cats and dogs are inspected by the quarantine official at the port of entry.
If the animal shows signs of poor health, a vetinerary examination at the
owner's expense may be required.
 Additionally, a vaccination against rabies is required for dogs (except for
pets under three months old) no less than one month and no more than 12
months prior to arrival.
 A certificate of vaccination against rabies signed by an official vet must
accompany the dog. The certificate should identify the dog and specify the
vaccination date and expiry date of the type of vaccine used.
 A vaccination against rabies is not required for dogs that, for the six months
or more prior to their arrival in the United States, have been in: Anguilla,
Antigua, Aruba, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Chinese Taipei,
Curacao, Faroe Isl., Fiji, Guadeloupe, Guam, Iceland, Ireland (Rep. of),
Jamaica, Japan, Martinique, Montserrat, New Zealand, Norway, Saipan,
Samoa (American), St. Kitts-Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Martin, St. Vincent,
Sweden, United Kingdom or Virgin Isl.

 The above requirements for pets will be applicable to all ports of entry into
the United States, except the territory of Guam and American Samoa. Dogs
from areas other than those mentioned in (i) that have not been vaccinated
against rabies may be admitted provided the owner confines the dog to their
residence for 30 days and has it vaccinated in the four days following its
arrival at its destination and not later than 10 days after its arrival at the
port of entry.

Birds: the entry and transit of birds is strictly controlled. Only one or two pet birds
of personal property may be taken into the United States. The Animal Import
Centres of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) are located only in
the following special ports of entry: Alaska (transit only); Los Angeles, CA; Miami,
FL; Mission, TX (only for abandoned or smuggled birds); New York JFK, NY.

The United States law limits the entry of psittacidae species (parrots, budgerigars,
cockatoos, etc.) to two pet birds per family per year.

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All pet birds (with certain exceptions for birds of Canadian origin) must be
accompanied by a health certificate issued by the official national veterinary service
of the country of departure and are subject to a minimum 30-day isolation period in
the quarantine facilities operated by the United States Department of Agriculture
(USDA). An advance booking must be made for the quarantine facility and a deposit
of USD 40 is required before the animal enters.

Full details of the trip must be obtained from a United States consulate or directly
from the

Veterinary Services (VS) - APHIS,

Telephone: (301) 734-8364
Fax: (301) 734-4704
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, 4700 River Road, Unit 39; Riverdale, MD 20737, U.S.A.;
(808) 837-8092, for birds returning to Hawaii, call the Airport Animal Quarantine
Facility for the import requirements.

Notification: the unauthorised entry of birds may result in their seizure.

Pet birds obtained in the United States and returning to the United States with their
owner are authorised to re-enter without the USDA import permit. The pet bird may
be kept in quarantine at the owner's home for the 30-day quarantine period.

LIVE ANIMALS ON CONNECTING FLIGHTS

When the passenger has different connecting flights, arrangements depend on

whether the flights can be checked-in to the final destination or if it is necessary to
check-in for each flight separately.

Checked flights to the final destination.

✓ “On line” connection

These are flights that are only made by Air Europa:

 Check-in to final destination:
o When the connecting time (ITC) is less than 3 hours.
o When the connecting time (ITC) is 3 hours or more but the
passenger does not meet the VISA requirements of the connecting
airport.
 The animal will be checked-in to the connecting airport only if:
o The connecting time (ITC) is 3 hours or more but the passenger
does not meet the VISA requirements of the connecting airport.

✓ “Interline” connecting flights

In connecting flights between companies other than Air Europa it will only be
possible to check-in animals to the final destination on flights operated by more
than one company if the ongoing carrier has confirmed acceptance.

Important note: when AF is the ongoing carrier, animals can only be checked-in
to the connecting airport (normally CDG or ORY).

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