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TAP Pet Policy — Cabin, Cargo & Service Animals

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

Whether TAP 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 hold..
  • Pet fees: Charged by route and cabin versus hold..
  • Service animals: Assistance dogs travel free with documentation..
AirlineTAP Air Portugal
IATA CodeTP
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 hold.

Pet fees

Charged by route and cabin versus hold.

Service animals

Assistance dogs travel free with documentation.

Restrictions and destination rules

EU import rules apply.

TAP flying with pets — common questions

Can I bring my dog in the cabin on TAP?

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

Does TAP accept service animals?

Assistance dogs travel free with documentation.

What are the TAP pet restrictions?

EU import rules apply.

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