Pakistan International Airlines Pet Policy
Pet travel reference. Check the conditions and official policy links for your itinerary.
Dates, limits and yes/no values may omit route-specific conditions. Confirm the current requirements with the authority or operating airline before booking.
Detailed reference notes are available in English.
Hold and cargo descriptions may refer to different transport services. Confirm the actual service with the operating airline.
- Cabin carriage reported
- No, as recorded; unconfirmed
- Accompanied hold carriage reported
- Yes, as recorded; unconfirmed
- Accompanied hold weight
- Pets and their containers are charged as excess baggage and are not included in the free baggage allowance. Charges vary by weight and destination.
- Accompanied hold crate dimensions
- Must be appropriate for the pet's size, allowing it to stand, turn around, and lie down comfortably. Must be leak-proof and well-ventilated.
- Accompanied hold fee
- Varies based on the weight of the pet and carrier, and the destination. Calculated as excess baggage.
- Hold temperature restrictions
- Pets may not be accepted when extreme temperatures are forecasted at the origin, destination, or transfer points for the safety of the animal.
- Cargo / hold carriage reported
- Yes, as recorded; unconfirmed
- Cargo / hold requirements
- Pets can be transported as manifested cargo. This is generally for unaccompanied pets or those traveling on routes where accompanied baggage transport is not feasible or desired.
- Cargo / hold fee
- Varies by weight, dimensions, and destination. Contact PIA Cargo for specific rates.
- Crate requirements
- IATA-compliant crate required. Must be sturdy, leak-proof, well-ventilated, and large enough for the pet to stand, turn around, and lie down naturally.
- Vaccination requirements
- All required vaccinations must be up-to-date. Rabies vaccination is mandatory and must be administered according to import country regulations.
- Health certificate reported as required
- Yes, as recorded; unconfirmed
- Age restrictions
- Pets must be at least 10 weeks old for international travel.
- Advance notice
- Pets must be booked and confirmed at least 48 hours in advance of travel. Due to limited space, early booking is recommended.
- Species notes
- Dogs and cats are generally allowed. Other species may be permitted on a case-by-case basis and require prior approval.
- Short-nosed breed restrictions
- Brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds may face restrictions due to respiratory issues, especially in warmer temperatures. Prior consultation with PIA is advised.
- Seasonal restrictions
- PIA may impose seasonal embargoes or restrictions based on extreme weather conditions (heat or cold) at various locations for the safety of pets.
- Minimum age (weeks)
- 10
- Route restrictions
- Import regulations for pets vary significantly by country. Passengers are responsible for checking and complying with all import, export, and transit regulations of the countries involved in their itinerary.
Policy references
Open the policy page to check current route, service and booking conditions.
www.piac.com.pk