Traveling with a Pet

Traveling Comfortably with a Pet

How to add your pet to your booking?

To add a cat or a dog to your booking, you can do so directly from the "My Booking" section. However, if you wish to travel with another type of animal (such as a rodent, bird, etc.), please contact our customer service, who will assist you and check the applicable transport conditions.

Some Tips Before Your Flight

To ensure your pet travels in the best conditions, please follow these tips:

Before the flight, avoid leaving your pet in your car’s trunk for too long. Let them exercise just before being placed in the carrier at boarding.
Feed your pet 4 to 6 hours before departure to prevent their digestion from occurring during the flight.
Don’t forget to give them water right before departure to avoid dehydration during the flight.
We recommend not giving any medication or tranquilizers without veterinary advice. Line the bottom of the carrier with an absorbent material—such as a blanket or small mattress.
Consider placing an item of your clothing in the carrier; your scent will help reduce your pet’s stress during the journey.

Your pet must remain in its carrier for the entire duration of the flight and is your full responsibility.

If you have any doubts or if your pet is not listed here, please contact our customer service.

General Conditions for Transporting a Pet

In Cabin

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Cabin Pet Transport

You may travel with one pet in the cabin, under your responsibility for the entire flight. Its presence must be notified no later than 72 hours before departure via a dedicated booking.

The pet must:

be at least 2 months old,
be microchipped.

It is not included in your cabin allowance. Specific fees apply per journey:

€75: between Paris and Fort-de-France, Pointe-à-Pitre, Réunion or Mayotte,
€150: between Paris and Montreal, Madagascar or Africa.

Transport of pets to or from Mauritius is prohibited.

If you are traveling with another person who also has a pet, the two pets must be separated on board for safety reasons. Cabin pet transport is also prohibited for unaccompanied minors, and emotional support animals are not accepted.

Transport Conditions

Your pet must travel in a regulation-approved carrier closed for the entire flight. The carrier must:

have a secure locking system and ventilation holes,
comply with maximum dimensions: 115 cm total (length + width + height),
fit under the seat in front of you.

The total weight (pet + carrier) must not exceed 8 kg. If exceeded, the pet must travel in the hold.

A health certificate dated within 5 days is required at check-in. For flights to Abidjan, both the health and rabies certificates must be dated at least 3 days before departure.

From Orly, Pointe-à-Pitre or Fort-de-France, you may purchase an approved carrier on site for €50 (price subject to change without notice).

Only mice, hamsters and guinea pigs may be transported at a rate of 2 animals per cage.

Special Case: Guide Dogs

Guide dogs for the visually impaired are admitted free of charge in cabin, provided that they:

do not occupy a seat,
remain on leash throughout the flight,
are booked no later than 48 hours before departure.

Mandatory Form

Every passenger traveling with a pet in cabin must complete a specific form, print it and present it at check-in.

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In Hold

Transporting a pet in the hold is not included in your baggage allowance and requires a prior reservation.

Any pet whose weight (including its container) exceeds 8 kg must travel in the hold. If this weight exceeds 50 kg, it must be shipped via cargo.

The pet must be placed in an approved, rigid, non-wheeled crate designed for air transport. It must be at least 2 months old and microchipped.

A health certificate dated within 5 days is required at check-in. For flights to Abidjan, a rabies certificate and a health certificate dated at least 3 days before departure are mandatory.

Pet transport in the hold is prohibited on routes from Paris to Mauritius.

Applicable Fees

Transport fees apply per pet, per journey:

€150: between Paris and Fort-de-France, Pointe-à-Pitre, Mayotte or Réunion.
€300: between Paris and Madagascar, Abidjan, and from Mauritius to Paris.

The total weight (pet + crate) must not exceed 50 kg. Beyond this, cargo transport is compulsory.

Transport Conditions

Metal crates are prohibited. Any crate showing defects (cracks, missing parts, visible damage) will be refused at check-in.

To ensure the safety of both the pet and the flight, the following requirements must be met:

The crate must be solidly assembled with a centralized locking system securing all latches at both the top and bottom of the door.
It must be made of fiberglass or rigid plastic and without wheels (if present, wheels must be removed or taped).
Metal doors are highly recommended for greater strength.
The safest doors have four metal bars anchoring the door to the crate.
The locking mechanism must be reliable.
Hinges must extend at least 1.6 cm beyond the top and bottom edges.
The shell must be fastened with bolts (clips or other side fastenings are not allowed).
The pet must be able to stand without touching the top, turn around, and lie down comfortably.

It is possible to transport two pets in the same crate if:

Each pet weighs no more than 14 kg (28 kg total).
They are accustomed to cohabiting.

Transport Crates

Specific Conditions for Crates Accepted by Corsair

To be accepted in the hold, your pet’s crate must strictly comply with the following standards:

Centralized locking system: the door must lock simultaneously at the top and bottom with a single mechanism.
Reinforced hinges: they must extend at least 1.6 cm beyond the horizontal edges above and below the door.
Bolt assembly: the two halves of the shell must be held together exclusively by bolts. Any other side fastenings (clips, latches, plastic screws, etc.) are strictly prohibited.

Any crate not meeting these requirements will be refused at check-in. Corsair does not accept:

metal crates,
damaged crates (cracks, missing parts, visible wear),
crates with wheels that have not been removed or secured,
side-latching systems other than bolts.

Additional Information

Corsair does not sell crates for hold transport, including at Paris departures.
It is possible to transport two pets in one crate provided they are from the same litter, used to cohabiting, and each weighs no more than 14 kg (maximum 28 kg total).
The maximum total weight for hold transport (pet + crate) is 50 kg. Above this, cargo transport is mandatory.

Mandatory Reservation

Transporting a pet, whether in cabin or in hold, is a paid service requiring advance reservation. To secure your pet’s transport, you must notify Corsair at least 72 hours before your flight’s departure.

Please contact our customer service, available 7 days a week from France, the DROM and Africa.

Everything you need to know about traveling with a pet

Cats and dogs

Dogs and cats

To travel with your dog or cat, several health and regulatory requirements must be met.

The animal must:

be at least 2 months old,
be identified by a microchip.

Before departure, you must check the phytosanitary rules in force in your destination and transit countries.

Mandatory phytosanitary conditions

On the day of departure, you must present the following documents at check-in:

A rabies certificate issued by your veterinarian, dated more than one month and less than one year before travel.
An identification certificate (tattoo or microchip), and an up-to-date health record or passport.
A health certificate issued within 5 days of travel.
A live animal transport release form, to download and complete in two copies.

* The rabies certificate is not required for flights to or from Fort-de-France, Pointe-à-Pitre, Mayotte and Réunion. For Abidjan, it must be dated at least 3 days before departure.
** For Abidjan, the health certificate must also be dated at least 3 days before departure.

Special case: travel to Madagascar

If you travel with a pet to Madagascar, you must provide:

An import authorization obtained before arrival from the local veterinary office.
An official veterinary health certificate issued within 15 days before arrival, detailing:
- the owner’s contact details,
- a complete description of the animal,
- the animal’s health status,
- the sanitary situation of the origin region.
For dogs over 3 months and cats over 6 months, the certificate must also confirm a valid rabies vaccination.

Note: animals may be quarantined on arrival.

General rules

One animal per passenger and approved carrier.
If your stay exceeds 15 days, a new veterinary certificate must be issued by the destination country authorities (included in the passport for intra-EU travel, including to/from the DROM).
American Staffordshire terriers and Tosas are strictly prohibited on all Corsair flights.
Animals are not allowed to or from Mauritius.

Conditions for certain breeds

For the following breeds:
Bullmastiff, Bull terrier, Cane Corso, Great Dane, Dogo Argentino, Dogue de Bordeaux, Fila Brasileiro, Fila de São Miguel, Neapolitan Mastiff, Presa Canario:

The owner or accompanying passenger must be an adult.
A proof of breed (birth certificate, pedigree or LOF) issued by the Société centrale canine must be presented at check-in.

Special cases: categorized dogs

Category 1 dogs (non-LOF types)

The following are strictly forbidden on all Corsair flights (cabin, hold, cargo):

non-LOF American Staffordshire (pitbull type),
non-LOF Tosa,
Mastiff or Boerbull.

Category 2 dogs (LOF types)

May be transported under strict conditions:

proof of breed (LOF),
liability insurance,
valid ownership permit,
adult owner.

In cabin, they are accepted only if total weight (animal + carrier) is under 8 kg.

Brachycephalic breeds in the hold

Some flat-faced breeds, such as the Pug, French or English bulldog, or Boston terrier, are not allowed in the hold due to respiratory risks. They may be accepted in cabin if weight and carrier conditions are met.

Rodents

Transport of Rodents

If your pet is a small rodent (hamster, dwarf rabbit, guinea pig, white mouse, or domestic rat), it may travel in the cabin, under strict conditions.

The animal must:

be at least 2 months old.
be electronically microchipped.
be transported in a rigid plastic cage, closed for the entire duration of the flight.

The container must have a top-access hatch, inaccessible to the animal even if it stands on its hind legs. Its dimensions must not exceed cabin baggage limits:

Maximum 115 cm (sum of length + width + height),
56 cm long, 45 cm wide, 20 cm high maximum.

Your rodent remains entirely under your responsibility. At boarding, you must inform the cabin crew chief of its presence and present it again upon arrival.

⚠️ Ferrets are no longer accepted on Corsair flights.

Health Requirements

Before departure, it is essential to inquire about the phytosanitary requirements of the destination and transit countries.

Rodents are considered prolific or harmful species, and many countries prohibit their entry.

At check-in, you must present:

A valid and up-to-date vaccination certificate.
A health certificate issued within 5 days of the travel date.
- For flights to Abidjan, the rabies and health certificates must be dated at least 3 days before departure.
An international health certificate (for flights with transit), issued by health authorities, confirming the animal is clinically healthy.
If your stay exceeds 15 days, a new certificate must be issued by the veterinary services of the destination country.

Allowance and Pricing

Rodent transport is subject to a fee and is not included in the cabin baggage allowance.

In the cabin:

€75 per trip between Paris and Fort-de-France, Pointe-à-Pitre, Mayotte, or Réunion.
€150 per trip between Paris and Abidjan.

If the total weight (animal + cage) exceeds 8 kg or if the allowed dimensions are exceeded, transport in the hold becomes mandatory.

In the hold:

€150 per trip between Paris and Fort-de-France, Pointe-à-Pitre, Mayotte, or Réunion.
€300 per trip between Paris and Mauritius or Abidjan.

The rodent is not included in the checked baggage allowance. An additional fee is therefore always required.

Oiseaux

Transporting Birds

Want to travel with your bird? Here’s all the essential information to know before you depart.

Phytosanitary Requirements

Before your trip, you must verify the acceptance conditions of both your destination and any transit countries regarding live animals.

The bird must:

be vaccinated,
hold an international health certificate issued by veterinary authorities.
This certificate must confirm the bird has been examined and found free of any clinical signs of disease.

Some bird species are prohibited from transport. If in doubt, please contact our customer service to confirm your pet’s eligibility.

In Cabin or in Hold

If your bird is a pet, it may travel:

In cabin:

The cage must be metal and covered.
It must not exceed 115 cm total (length + width + height).
Two birds may share one cage if:
- the total weight (including the cage) does not exceed 8 kg,
- the cage dimensions remain within the 115 cm limit.

If these conditions are not met, transport must be in hold.

In hold:

Required if the total weight (bird + cage) exceeds 8 kg.
Certain protected species are only allowed via cargo under CITES regulations. See “Unaccompanied Baggage” for details.

Applicable Fees

Birds are not included in your baggage allowance, whether in cabin or hold.

In cabin:

€75 per journey between Paris and Fort-de-France, Pointe-à-Pitre, Mayotte or Réunion,
€150 per journey between Paris and Abidjan.

In hold:

€150 per journey between Paris and Fort-de-France, Pointe-à-Pitre, Mayotte or Réunion,
€300 per journey between Paris and Mauritius or Abidjan.

Mandatory Reservation

To travel with a bird, you must notify us no later than 72 hours before departure.

Our customer service is available 7 days a week from France, the DROM and Africa to register your request and answer any questions.

To and from Mayotte

Entry requirements for animals to and from Mayotte

Before traveling with your pet between mainland France and Mayotte (and between Réunion and Mayotte), it is important to know the entry requirements.

A prior import authorization must be obtained before travel, regardless of the type of animal.

Download the form

Once completed, please send the authorization to alimentation.daaf976@agriculture.gouv.fr along with:

a description of the animal,
a copy of its identification card,
a copy of its passport,
proof of up-to-date vaccinations.

These documents must be submitted at least one week before departure.

Entry formalities for your animal to Mayotte

Dogs and cats must be over 15 weeks old.
They must have proper identification (microchip or clearly legible tattoo issued before 03/07/2011).
They must hold a European pet passport issued and completed by a veterinarian.
A prior import authorization must be requested from the DAAF’s livestock division (see form above).
Ferrets, reptiles, and amphibians are prohibited.
Domestic rabbits must be identified.
Caged birds must be identified.
These animals must not be intended for sale.

Frequently asked questions

Can I travel with an aquatic pet in the cabin?

In accordance with the new regulations, fish and other aquatic pets can no longer travel in the cabin on any of our routes. These animals may now only be transported as cargo (unaccompanied baggage).

Can I travel with an animal other than a dog, cat, rodent, or bird?

Cold-blooded animals, even small ones, are not accepted in the cabin and must travel in the hold. For any information on acceptance and transport conditions for an animal, please contact our customer service. Our advisors are available 7 days a week from France, the DROM and Africa.