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SWISS Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals

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SWISS Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals — Summary

Whether SWISS allows pets in the cabin, cargo options, fees, service animal rules and the destination import requirements that catch owners out.

Key Travel Facts & Insights

  • Pets in the cabin: Small cats and dogs up to 8 kg including carrier travel in the cabin..
  • Pets in the hold or cargo: Larger animals travel in the temperature-controlled hold..
  • Pet fees: Charged by route and cabin versus hold..
  • Service animals: Assistance dogs travel free in the cabin with documentation..
AirlineSWISS International Air Lines
IATA CodeLX
TopicFlying with Pets
Last reviewed2026-07-31

Pets in the cabin

Small cats and dogs up to 8 kg including carrier travel in the cabin.

Pets in the hold or cargo

Larger animals travel in the temperature-controlled hold.

Pet fees

Charged by route and cabin versus hold.

Service animals

Assistance dogs travel free in the cabin with documentation.

Restrictions and destination rules

Swiss and EU import rules require microchip, rabies vaccination and health certificate.

SWISS flying with pets — common questions

Can I bring my dog in the cabin on SWISS?

Small cats and dogs up to 8 kg including carrier travel in the cabin. Charged by route and cabin versus hold.

Does SWISS accept service animals?

Assistance dogs travel free in the cabin with documentation.

What are the SWISS pet restrictions?

Swiss and EU import rules require microchip, rabies vaccination and health certificate.

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