How do you fly to Georgia with a dog or cat?
Cabin or hold, weight, carriers and airline rules.
Short answer
Small dogs and cats are usually allowed in the cabin if they weigh no more than 8 kilograms with the carrier, while larger animals travel in the hold in a rigid crate. You must arrange and pay for your pet's transport with the airline in advance, and pet places on each flight are limited. Entry documents are the same: microchip, rabies vaccination and veterinary certificate.
Why
- Exact weight and carrier size limits vary by airline.
- Some airlines won't carry short-nosed breeds in the hold due to health risks.
- Domestic flights in Georgia, such as Tbilisi-Batumi, have their own pet rules.
Details
Get your pet used to the carrier a few weeks before the flight. With a large dog, it is sometimes easier to travel overland by car via Upper Lars.
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Sources
Pet rules were checked on October 3, 2026. Confirm requirements with the veterinary service and carrier before travelling.
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