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How do you fly to Georgia with a dog or cat?

Cabin or hold, weight, carriers and airline rules.

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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.

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Why

  1. Exact weight and carrier size limits vary by airline.
  2. Some airlines won't carry short-nosed breeds in the hold due to health risks.
  3. 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.

Tip

Book your pet's place when buying your ticket, as numbers per flight are limited.

What may differ

Each airline has its own pet rules and fees.

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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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