Travelling with Pets

Travelling with pets

If you’re planning to embark on a journey with your beloved pet, let us help you prepare the essentials of traveling with your cherished companion.

Note:

Contact PAL before the reservation to check our aircraft situation because NOT all pal aircraft accepts pets as checked-in bag.
Carrying pets as checked-in bag could impact their pet's health leading to weakness, injury, or death.

Carry-on pets

Only service dogs are qualified to be accepted inside the cabin. Service dogs must be accompanied by an individual with disability onboard our flights.

Learn more about travelling with service dogs

Checked-in pets

Pets, such as dogs and cats, may be accepted as checked-in baggage.

When travelling with pets, you must:

Contact us at least 48 hours before your scheduled flight.
Prepare the complete requirements of the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI). We recommend that you present these documents to BAI’s office and bring your pets for inspection at least 1 to 2 hours prior to your check-in time.
Ensure pets are placed in a secure hard case and leak-proof container.
Have pets accompanied by passengers at least 12 years old.

Emotional support dogs will also be considered as checked-in pets.

Learn more about travelling with emotional support dogs.

Restricted dog breeds

Brachycephalic or snub-nosed dog breeds including its cross breeds are susceptible to increased risk of heat stroke and breathing problems when exposed to stress or heat. All brachycephalic or mixed-breeds of snub-nosed dogs will not be accepted for transport as check-in baggage on ALL PAL DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS.

Note: This restriction does not apply to service dogs that will accompany the passenger in the cabin. Only dogs excluded in the list will be accepted for air transport as checked-in baggage.

Affenpinscher	King Charles Spaniel (English Toy Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles)
American Bully	Lhasa Apso
American Cocker Spaniel	Maltese
American Pitbull	Mastiff (all breeds) (e.g. Boerboel, Bullmastiff, Cane Corso)
Bernese Dog	Papillon
Bichon Frise	Pekingese
Boxer	Pug (all breeds)
Brussels Griffon or Griffon Bruxellois	Rottweiler
Bulldog (all breeds) (e.g. Alano Español, French Bulldog, Valley Bulldog)	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Cane Corso	Shar Pei
Chihuahua (Apple Head)	Shih Tzu
Chow-chow	Tibetan Spaniel
Coton De Tulear	Tosa
Havanese	Terrier (e.g., American Staffordshire, Australian Silky, Yorkshire/Biewer/Yorkie, Norwich and Boston
Japanese Chin

Requirements

Before you book a flight with your pets, we recommend that you prepare the necessary requirements that may apply to your destination.

Learn more about pet requirements

Note: Passengers must make all arrangements and assume full responsibility for compliance with any applicable laws, customs, quarantine, and/or government regulations, requirements, or restrictions of the countries, states, and/or territories of origin, transit, and destination. Philippine Airlines shall not be responsible in the event any pet is refused carriage into or through any country, state, or territory.

For other related concerns, you may reach out thru the following contact details of Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) National Veterinary Quarantine Service Division (NVQSD) - Veterinary Quarantine Service NAIA:

Office Address: Bureau of Animal Industry, Veterinary Quarantine Station (VQS), Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Terminal 1, 2, 3, 4 and ICT), Pasay City
Email Address: vqs.naia@bai.gov.ph, vqs.naia@gmail.com
Contact No.: (+63) 945-175-9290 and (02) 5310-3650
Website: https://nvqsd.bai.gov.ph/

Check the list of BAI’s contact information nationwide

Learn more about BAI’s requirements on other animals

Fees

Applicable fees will depend on the excess baggage rules of your destination.

Learn more about fees when travelling with pets.

CDC Rules on Dog Importation to the US effective until July 31, 2024

CDC TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF DOGS ENTERING THE U.S.
FROM RABIES HIGH-RISK COUNTRIES

CDC is extending its temporary suspension of dog importation from high-risk dog rabies countries until July 31, 2024. This suspension includes dogs arriving from countries without high risk of rabies if the dogs have been in a high-risk country in the past 6 months.

The Philippines is included in the list of high-risk for rabies. These rules apply to all dogs, including puppies, and service dogs.

A valid CDC Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Record is needed to obtain a permit or make a reservation. CDC will NOT accept foreign-issued pet passports or any other certificates for foreign rabies vaccinations.

1. Dogs vaccinated against rabies in the United States by a US-licensed veterinarian may re-enter the United States from a high-risk country without a CDC Dog Import Permit if the dog:

has a current, valid US-issued rabies vaccination certificate;

has proof of an ISO-compatible microchip;

is at least 6 months old;

is healthy upon arrival; and

arrives at one of the 18 airports with a CDC quarantine station

2. Expired US-issued rabies vaccination certificates will not be accepted. If the US-issued rabies vaccination certificate has expired, the dog must get a booster dose outside the United States and meet requirements for foreign-vaccinated dogs (see below).

3. Foreign-vaccinated dogs coming from high-risk countries are now required to use the CDC Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Record as proof of rabies vaccination.

Note: Use of this record is also encouraged for US-vaccinated dogs, though not required. Dogs entering the United States from high-risk countries are still required to meet all requirements of the temporary suspension (seewww.cdc.gov/dogtravel).

4. Three or more dogs coming from high-risk countries must arrive at specific ports of entry with a prior reservation at a CDC-approved animal care facility. All dogs must have a valid CDC Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Record and adequate rabies serologic titer or they will be required to complete a 28-day quarantine at the US animal care facility. This option is also available to importers of 1-2 dogs who do not have a CDC Dog Import Permit.

All dogs that have been in a high-risk country in the past 6 months may only enter arrive at one of the 18 airports in the US with a CDC quarantine station:

Anchorage (ANC), Atlanta (ATL), Boston (BOS), Chicago (ORD), Dallas (DFW), Detroit (DTW), Honolulu (HNL), Houston (IAH), Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA), Minneapolis (MSP), New York (JFK), Newark (EWR), Philadelphia (PHL), San Francisco (SFO), San Juan (SJU), Seattle (SEA), and Washington DC (IAD).

Dogs from high-risk countries may be imported only with CDC’s advance written approval (CDC Dog Import Permit), a reservation at a CDC-approved animal care facility, or a US-issued rabies vaccination certificate. This includes dogs imported from a country NOT at high risk if the dogs have been in a high-risk country during the previous 6 months. CDC Dog Import Permit approvals may be granted for up to two foreign-vaccinated dogs per applicant during the temporary suspension. If your request for a CDC Dog Import Permit is denied, CDC’s written denial will constitute final agency action. No appeals will be allowed.

To request advance written approval, you must follow the instructions at How to Apply for a CDC Dog Import Permit at least 40 business days (8 weeks) before you intend for your dog to enter the United States. Requests cannot be made at the port of entry upon the dog’s arrival into the United States.

Dogs that arrive from high-risk countries without a valid US-issued rabies vaccination certificate, a CDC Dog Import Permit, or a reservation at a CDC-approved animal care facility will be denied entry and returned to the country of departure at the importer’s expense.

Learn more about how to apply for a CDC Dog Import Permit.

Learn more on Frequently Asked Questions on CDC Suspending Dogs from High-Risk Countries for Dog Rabies: https://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/faqs-about-high-risk-dog-ban.html

CDC Rules on Dog Importation to the US effective August 1, 2024

New CDC Regulations Effective August 1, 2024

The CDC has updated its dog importation regulations starting August 1, 2024.This information is provided as a guide. Passengers are responsible for verifying all CDC requirements on their website. For more details, visit CDC Bringing a Dog into the U.S.

Dogs From Rabies-Free or Low-Risk Countries (Last 6 Months)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

List of Low-Risk Countries	If a country is not listed on CDC’s list of high-risk countries for dog rabies, it is not classified as high-risk country for importing dog rabies into the U.S.
Health	Must be healthy upon arrival at the U.S.
Age	Must be at least 6 months old.
Microchip	Must have a microchip that can be detected with a universal scanner to identify them.
CDC Dog Import Form	How can you fill out the form? Access the CDC Dog Import Form on their website. After completing it, you will receive a receipt via e-mail. Present the printed or digital receipt to airline staff or U.S. customs officials. When should you fill out the form? This must be completed before you check-in. To avoid unnecessary delays and inconvenience, please fill out and submit the form to CDC prior to your departure date. How long is the receipt valid? The receipt is valid for 6 months, unless the dog travels to a high-risk or different rabies-free/low-risk country.
Airway Bill (AWB)	Dogs carried as Cargo: AWB is required Dogs carried as Baggage (checked-in/hand-carry): The requirement for an AWB for dogs to be carried as baggage has been suspended until 30 October 2024.
Arrival	Can enter the U.S. at any airport
CDC-Registered Animal Care Facility Reservation	Not required
Veterinary Testing/Holding Facility	Only in cases when the dog falls ill, dies in transit or if CDC requires further tests/procedures for the dog upon arrival at any U.S. airport.
For more information, visit CDC’s website on Entry Requirements for Dogs from Dog-Rabies Free or Low-Risk Countries.
U.S.-Vaccinated Dogs From High-Risk Countries (Last 6 Months) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
List of High-Risk Countries	The Philippines is considered a high-risk country for dog rabies. See the complete CDC list of high-risk countries for dog rabies.
Health	Must be healthy upon arrival at the U.S.
Age	Must be at least 6 months old.
Microchip	Must have a microchip that can be detected with a universal scanner to identify them.
CDC Dog Import Form	How can you fill out the form? Access the CDC Dog Import Form on their website. After completing it, you will receive a receipt via e-mail. Present the printed or digital receipt to airline staff or U.S. customs officials. When should you fill out the form? This must be completed before you check-in. To avoid unnecessary delays and inconvenience, please fill out and submit the form to CDC prior to your departure date. How long is the receipt valid? The receipt is valid for one entry into the U.S. and only on the date of arrival listed.
Airway Bill (AWB)	Dogs carried as Cargo: AWB is required Dogs carried as Baggage (checked-in/hand-carry): The requirement for an AWB for dogs to be carried as baggage has been suspended until 30 October 2024.
Certification of U.S.-Issued Rabies Vaccine form	Who and when can fill out the form? A USDA-accredited vet must complete and submit this document to the USDA before the dog leaves the U.S.. When can the form be completed if the dog is receiving its first vaccine? The form must be completed no less than 28 days after the vaccine was administered. What if the dog left the U.S. without a Certification of U.S.-Issued Rabies Vaccine form? For dogs that do not have a Certification of U.S.-Issued Rabies Vaccine form, CDC allows the use of a USDA-endorsed export health certificate instead. This option will only be available until July 31, 2025.
USDA-endorsed export health certificate	What is a USDA-endorsed health certificate? A USDA-endorsed health certificate can be submitted to CDC if your dog left the U.S. without a Certification of U.S.-Issued Rabies Vaccine form. This option will only be available until July 31, 2025. Who will issue this certificate? A USDA-accredited veterinarian should issue the certificate. What information is needed for the USDA-endorsed export health certificate? This must document the dog's age (at least 6 months), microchip number, and valid U.S.-issued rabies vaccination, ensuring the vaccination is not expired on the return date.
Arrival	Can enter the U.S. at any airport Port of entry must match the one listed on the CDC Dog Import Form receipt.
CDC-Registered Animal Care Facility Reservation	Not required
Veterinary Testing/Holding Facility	Only in cases when the dog falls ill, dies in transit or if CDC requires further tests/procedures for the dog upon arrival at any US airport.
For more information, visit CDC’s website on Entry Requirements for U.S.-Vaccinated Dogs from High-Risk Countries.
Non-U.S.-Vaccinated Dogs From High-Risk Countries (Last 6 Months) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
List of High-Risk Countries	The Philippines is considered a high-risk country for dog rabies. See the complete CDC list of high-risk countries for dog rabies.
Health	Must be healthy upon arrival at the U.S.
Age	Must be at least 6 months old.
Microchip	Must have a microchip that can be detected with a universal scanner to identify them.
CDC Dog Import Form	How can you fill out the form? Access the CDC Dog Import Form on their website. After completing it, you will receive a receipt via e-mail. Present the printed or digital receipt to airline staff or U.S. customs officials. When should you fill out the form? This must be completed before you check-in. To avoid unnecessary delays and inconvenience, please fill out and submit the form to CDC prior to your departure date. How long is the receipt valid? The receipt is valid for one entry into the U.S. and only on the date of arrival listed.
Airway Bill (AWB)	Dogs carried as Cargo: AWB is required Dogs carried as Baggage (checked-in/hand-carry): The requirement for an AWB for dogs to be carried as baggage has been suspended until 30 October 2024.
Certification of Foreign Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Form	How can you fill out the form? The form can be found on CDC’s website. Who should fill out the form? An examining veterinarian must fill out and send the form to CDC not more than 30 days before travel. What should you prepare before filling out the form? The dog must be microchipped and have a valid rabies vaccination before the vet can complete the form. For first-time rabies vaccines, the shot must be given at least 28 days before entering the U.S.
Valid Rabies Serology Titer	What is a valid rabies serology titer? It is a passing result on a blood test that proves the dog is immune to rabies after receiving a rabies vaccine. What if the dog does not have a valid rabies serology titer? Dogs without a valid rabies serology titer will be quarantined for 28 days at a CDC-registered animal care facility.
Arrival	Must arrive at a U.S. port of entry with a CDC-registered animal care facility (ACF). Atlanta, Georgia (ATL) Los Angeles, California (LAX) Miami, Florida (MIA) New York, New York (JFK) Washington, DC (IAD) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PHL) Note: Philippine Airlines operates flights to and from JFK and LAX Port of entry must match the one listed on the CDC Dog Import Form receipt.
CDC-Registered Animal Care Facility Reservation	All non-U.S.-vaccinated dogs from a high-risk country must have a reservation at a CDC-registered animal care facility for examination and revaccination.
For more information, visit CDC’s website on Entry Requirements for Foreign-Vaccinated Dogs from High-Risk Countries.