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Frequently Asked Questions
China Southern Airlines does not permit pets in the passenger cabin on international routes. Pets travel as checked cargo in the hold. Confirm current policy with China Southern directly for your specific route.
China Southern requires IATA-compliant hard-sided crates. The crate must be large enough for the animal to stand, turn, sit, and lie down without touching the sides or top. Water and food bowls must be accessible from outside. All crates must be labelled with owner details and LIVE ANIMAL markings.
China Southern restricts brachycephalic breeds including Bulldogs, Pugs, French Bulldogs, and similar flat-faced dogs and cats. Confirm your breed’s acceptance with China Southern at time of booking.
Beyond China Southern’s cargo documentation, pets arriving in China need a GACC-format health certificate, microchip, current vaccinations, and a quarantine booking at an approved Chinese facility. Work with a specialist agent for China-bound pet moves.
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Requirements on this page were checked against the authorities below. Rules change, so confirm current conditions with the relevant authority before you travel.
- IATA · International Air Transport Association, Live Animals Regulations