Iberia: Requirements & Policies

Carrier Requirements & Policies: Iberia

Acceptance

ESA (Emotional Support Animals): Accepted with Conditions
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 Dog vest, bandana, or harness.
Iberia Pre-Approval required for Service Dogs and PSAs.
EU Pet Passport or International Health Certificate depending on route.
Rabies Vaccination Certificate compliant with EU/Spain entry rules.
Microchip ISO-compliant and matching all documents.
Pet-in-Cabin Requirements (for ESA-style travel): paid fee, weight limit, approved carrier.

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 need.
Behavior Certificate confirming safe and non-disruptive behavior.

Steps to Take (in Order)

Apply for Iberia assistance-animal approval as soon as the booking is confirmed.
Verify all EU/Spain veterinary rules for your itinerary.
Bring both printed and digital copies of all veterinary and airline-issued documents.

Route Limitations (Assistance Animals)

Service Dogs and PSAs are accepted on Iberia’s domestic, European, and long-haul flights.
ESAs may only travel as pets in cabin when allowed.
Some destinations require additional governmental veterinary paperwork.
Larger Service Dogs may face space restrictions on European narrow-body aircraft.
Different rules apply on Iberia Express & Iberia Regional flights.

Forms & Official Policy (Links)

Source: Iberia assistance-animal policy & EU/Spain veterinary travel rules.