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Pet Travel Policy for Qatar Airways

Can Pets Travel in the Cabin with Qatar Airways?

Not Allowed

Can Pets Travel as Checked Baggage with Qatar Airways?

Information not available

Can Pets Travel in Cargo with Qatar Airways?

Information not available

What Are the Restrictions and Fees for Qatar Airways?

  • Crate/Carrier Size: Carriers must be well-ventilated, an adequate size, and strong enough to prevent escape. Small carriers should not exceed 69" (175 cm), medium carriers should not exceed 85" (217 cm), and large carriers should not exceed 96" (245 cm). Pet owners must supply food and water for the journey.
  • Weight Limit: 165 lbs
  • Breed Restrictions: Qatar Airways does not accept certain breeds and conditions for travel.
  • Fees (USD): $200

What Additional Information Is Available for Qatar Airways?

  • Qatar Airways does not accept Exotic and Persian (Shirazi) cats; Greyhound dogs with the exception of pets; Affenpinscher, Pugs, American Pit Bull Terrier, Bichon Frise, Bull dog (all breeds), Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bull Mastiff (English Mastiff) Cane Corso, King Charles Spaniel, Chow Chow, Dogo Argentino, Dogue de Bordeaux (French Mastiff) English Mastiff, Neapolitan Mastiff, Japanese Chin, Pekingese, Presa Canario, Shar Pei, Shih Tzu, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Bull Terrier , Pitbull Terrier, American Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Valley Terrier, and French Terrier. Animals younger than 12 weeks, animals considered too weak to travel, female animals with suckling young, and cats or dogs more than 6 weeks pregnant are also not permitted on board.
  • Phone: (877) 777-2827
  • Website: Visit Site

Last updated: March 9, 2025

Traveler Tips & Experiences

Lisa Carter

Lisa Carter

March 10, 2025

Flew with Qatar Airways and my cat loved the cabin experience – smooth process!

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