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Q: "Does Bulgaria Air allow pets in the cabin?"

"Yes. Bulgaria Air accepts small dogs and cats in the passenger cabin. The combined weight of pet and carrier must not exceed 8 kg. The soft carrier must fit under the seat in front. Advance booking is required and only one cabin pet per passenger is permitted."

Q: "Can larger dogs fly in the hold on Bulgaria Air?"

"Yes. Dogs and cats that exceed cabin weight limits can travel in the pressurised hold as excess baggage. IATA-compliant rigid crates are required. Confirm hold availability with Bulgaria Air directly for your route, as fleet type varies."

Q: "What do I need to bring a pet into Bulgaria from outside the EU?"

"Bulgaria is an EU member. Pets from non-EU countries (including the UK) need an AHC issued within 10 days of travel, a microchip, and current rabies vaccination. Dogs require tapeworm treatment 1 to 5 days before entry. Veterinary inspection on arrival at Sofia Airport (SOF) is standard."

Question 1

Does Bulgaria Air allow pets in the cabin?

Answer

Yes. Bulgaria Air accepts small dogs and cats in the passenger cabin. The combined weight of pet and carrier must not exceed 8 kg. The soft carrier must fit under the seat in front. Advance booking is required and only one cabin pet per passenger is permitted.

Question 2

Can larger dogs fly in the hold on Bulgaria Air?

Answer

Yes. Dogs and cats that exceed cabin weight limits can travel in the pressurised hold as excess baggage. IATA-compliant rigid crates are required. Confirm hold availability with Bulgaria Air directly for your route, as fleet type varies.

Question 3

What do I need to bring a pet into Bulgaria from outside the EU?

Answer

Bulgaria is an EU member. Pets from non-EU countries (including the UK) need an AHC issued within 10 days of travel, a microchip, and current rabies vaccination. Dogs require tapeworm treatment 1 to 5 days before entry. Veterinary inspection on arrival at Sofia Airport (SOF) is standard.

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