SWISS International Air Lines·Star Alliance
SWISS Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals
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..
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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