Carrier Requirements & Policies: Virgin Atlantic
Acceptance
ESA (Emotional Support Animals): Not Accepted
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.
- Virgin Atlantic assistance-dog form submitted at least 72 hours prior. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Vaccination Records including rabies certificate.
- Microchip matching all documents.
- Veterinary Health Certificate (international travel requirements may apply).
Preferred Documentation (greatly facilitates acceptance and pre-clearance)
- Registration Certificate (our registry is accepted by all airlines).
- Prescription Letter confirming PSA or Service Animal need.
- Behavior Certificate.
Steps to Take (in Order)
- After booking, notify Virgin Atlantic of your Assistance/Service Dog travel.
- Submit required forms and health documents well in advance.
- Bring printed and digital copies to the airport.
Route Limitations (Service Dogs)
- Trained assistance dogs accepted on all Virgin Atlantic routes. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- PSAs are treated as Service Dogs; self-trained teams may face additional requirements. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- ESAs are not accepted as assistance animals and must follow pet transport rules. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Forms & Official Policy (Links)
Source: Virgin Atlantic official assistance-dog and special-assistance policy pages. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}