Carrier Requirements & Policies: Air Transat
Acceptance
ESA (Emotional Support Animals): Accepted with Conditions
PSA (Psychiatric Support Animals): Accepted
Service Animals: Accepted
PSA (Psychiatric Support Animals): Accepted
Service Animals: Accepted
Quick Checklist (Bring to the Airport)
Required Documentation & Gear (must bring)
- Physical ID Card (animal & handler identification).
- Recognition Gear: Service Animal vest, bandana, or harness.
- Air Transat Special Assistance Approval (mandatory for Service Dogs & PSAs).
- U.S. DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form for flights to/from the U.S.
- Veterinary Health Certificate depending on destination requirements.
- Microchip for international routes.
- Rabies Vaccination Certificate compliant with destination-country rules.
- Pet-in-Cabin Requirements for ESA-style travel: carrier size, weight limits, and paid fee.
Preferred Documentation (greatly facilitates acceptance and pre-clearance)
- Registration Certificate (our approved registry is accepted by all airlines).
- Prescription Letter confirming PSA or Service Dog status.
- Behavior Certificate confirming calm, public-safe behavior.
Steps to Take (in Order)
- Apply for Air Transat assistance-animal approval immediately after booking.
- Follow pet-in-cabin rules for ESA-style travel.
- Bring printed & digital copies of all veterinary and approval documents.
Route Limitations (Assistance Animals)
- Air Transat accepts trained Service Dogs and psychiatric service dogs on all eligible routes.
- ESAs may travel only as pets in cabin for a fee.
- Flights to Europe, the U.S., and the Caribbean may have additional veterinary requirements.
- Cabin space limitations may apply on certain aircraft.
- Some destinations require advance import permits or health inspections.
Forms & Official Policy (Links)
Source: Air Transat assistance-animal policy and international travel regulations.