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Brussels Airlines Pet Policy

Allowed animals

• Cats and small dogs only. Other species must be transported as cargo.

In the cabin (PETC)

• Weight/size: up to 8 kg (18 lb) including carrier; soft-sided, leak/smell‑proof, fully closable, without a rigid frame; must fit under the seat within 55 × 40 × 23 cm (or total 118 cm / 45 in).
• Condition/behavior: clean, healthy, calm/well‑behaved; not pregnant; pet must remain fully inside the closed carrier (including head and tail) for the entire flight.
• Age: 15+ weeks. For travel to the USA, only dogs 6+ months are accepted (CDC rule effective 2024‑08‑01).
• How many: 1 pet bag per passenger. Two adult pets may share one bag if they are comfortable together, or two littermates (≤6 months) from the same litter may share—total still ≤8 kg including the bag.
• Seating: window seat required; not allowed in first/bulkhead or exit rows; not seated near other pets.
• Availability: limited—maximum 4 pet containers per aircraft. Book in advance via My booking or the Service Centre.
• Documents: bring two signed copies of the “Information for Transportation of Animals in the Passenger Cabin” (PETC form) to check‑in.
• Fees (one‑way, SN‑operated; verify current amounts): Within Europe €75; Egypt/Israel/Morocco €95; West Africa €105; Central Africa €115; United States/Canada East Coast €115; Intra‑Africa €65.

In the hold (AVIH – checked as baggage)

• Accepted animals: cats and dogs.
• Crate: IATA‑compliant hard‑sided crate with solid top; clean, lockable, leak‑ and escape‑proof; no wheels; securely fastened/bolted; floor lined with absorbent material; ventilation on all 4 sides with openings over the upper two‑thirds. Attach one water and one food dish accessible from outside (left empty at drop‑off) with feeding/watering instructions affixed.
• Size: pet must be able to stand, turn and lie comfortably; maximum checked‑baggage crate size: 125 × 75 × 85 cm (larger must be shipped as cargo).
• Check‑in: arrive with your pet at least 2 hours before the latest check‑in time.
• Age: generally 15+ weeks; for USA travel, only dogs 6+ months per CDC.
• Fees (one‑way, SN‑operated; two size bands per region): Within Europe €100/€200; Egypt & Levant €130/€260; West Africa €150/€300; Central Africa €170/€340; USA/Canada East Coast €170/€340; USA/Canada West Coast €190/€380; Intra‑Africa €80/€160.
• Transfer surcharge when transiting via BRU/FRA/ZRH/VIE/GVA: €150 / CHF 170 / USD 170 / CAD 220 per direction.

Breed and route restrictions

• Snub‑nosed (brachycephalic) breeds are not accepted in the hold; cabin carriage may be possible if all PETC rules are met and documents are presented.
• United Kingdom: pets are not accepted on Brussels Airlines passenger flights to/from the UK (cargo only).
• Seasonal embargo: no pets in the hold on Brussels–Yerevan between 2025‑06‑15 and 2025‑09‑15.

USA dog import specifics

• Dogs must be 6+ months and comply with CDC rules, including completion of the CDC Dog Import Form with confirmation.
• Accepted arrival airports for new bookings: Washington DC, New York‑JFK, Atlanta, Miami, Los Angeles, Philadelphia; Newark (EWR) possible only if the dog has not been in a high‑risk rabies area in the previous 6 months.

Service dogs

• Recognized assistance dogs travel in the cabin free of charge (no weight/size limits) but must fit within the floor space at your seat, remain leashed to the seat, behave appropriately, and may not occupy a passenger seat.
• Booking via the Medical Assistance team is required at least 48 hours before departure. For flights over 8 hours, provide a written statement that the dog will not need to relieve itself or can do so hygienically.
• Documentation: For non‑U.S. routes, provide training documentation (e.g., certificate with training details or a certificate from a school accredited by ADI/ADEu/IGDF). For nonstop flights to/from the U.S., U.S. DOT service animal forms are required; emotional support animals are not considered service dogs.

Documentation and responsibilities

• Passengers are responsible for complying with all import/transit/export rules and carrying all required documents (permits, health/vaccination certificates, pet passport/ID).