TAP Portugal

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In Compartment: Dogs, Cats

In Cargo:

Pet Shipping:

Microchip:

HealthCertificate:

Health Vaccinations:



Support Animal Details
Compartment Details
Carrier Details
Restrictions

Service Animals:

Emotional Support Animals:

Traveling In The Plane:

Traveling In Cargo:

Compartment Carrier Details:

In Cargo Carrier Details:

Brachycephalic Breeds:

Dangerous Breeds List: Dogs: Affenpinscher Boston Terrier Boxer Bulldog (all types) American Bully Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Chihuahua Japanese Chin / Japanese Chin Chow Chow Griffon Bruxellois Lhasa Apso Mastiff (all types) / Cane Corso Pekingese Pug (all types) Shar Pei / Chinese Shar Pei Shih Tzu Tibetan Spaniel American Staffordshire Terrier / ”Amstaff” Staffordshire Bull Terrier / ”Staffys” English Toy Spaniel / King Charles Spaniel Fila Brasileiro; Argentine Mastiff; Pit Bull Terrier; Rottweiler; Tosa Inu. Cats: Burmese Exotic Himalayan Cat Persian Scottish Fold

Pet Policy Summary:

Summary of Airline Pet Policy

Service Animals

  • Service dogs are allowed on board at no extra cost.
  • Only dogs are classified as service animals.
  • Emotional support animals are not permitted.
  • Transportation must be confirmed for trips with connecting flights.
  • Bookings for this service must be made at least 48 hours prior to flight.
  • Service dogs must remain leashed and cannot occupy passenger seats or roam the cabin.

Pets in Cabin

  • Small dogs and cats are permitted in the cabin, all other pets must be transported as cargo.
  • Pets must be kept in a closed carrier, which is considered carry-on baggage.
  • The combined weight of the pet and carrier must not exceed 8 kg (17 lbs).

Pets as Cargo

  • Size, weight, and container requirements must be adhered to.
  • Compliance with IATA regulations is mandatory.
  • Contact TAP Air Cargo for transportation.
  • Vaccination and documentation requirements vary by origin and destination.

Additional Information

  • The airline complies with EU Regulation No. 1107/2006 on passenger rights and U.S. DOT Chapter 382 regulations.
  • The 'Miles & Go' program allows passengers to earn up to 500 miles when flying with pets.
  • For more details, visit the official TAP website.

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