What is the Pet policy of Oman Air?

When it comes to traveling with pets, people may require special attention to their unique needs and requirements. To complete this, airlines provide certain guidelines for the pets that are going to be traveling on a plane. If you are traveling with Oman Air and you are planning to carry your pet along with you, then you must be aware of Oman Air's pet policy. Below are some major policy guidelines on Oman Air's pet policy, which you can read and understand. 

Guidelines for your travel with the pet.

• Travelers may not be allowed to check-in via online thus they are required to finish the check-in process by reaching at the airport at least 4 hours prior to its scheduled departure.
• Travelers must carry all the documentation of their pet with them at the time of check-in.
• It is important to acclimate the kennel to the pet 5 days before the departure of the flight.
• You should give your pet a light meal and water 2 hours before the flight departure because you may not be allowed to give your pet any food during the fight.
• There will be special guidelines for service animals trained to assist rescue teams and persons with disabilities. 
• In case the pet plus kennel weighs more than 75kg or the size exceeds 292 cm then it will be traveling in Cargo. Read more about cost to fly with a pet.

Weight and Size Restrictions.

Oman Air has some restrictions on the weight and size of your pet, and you must keep these restrictions in mind when your pet is traveling as check-in baggage.

Pet with Small Kennel

• In case your pet is traveling either domestically or internationally, then the maximum weight is 23 kg, with the total kennel dimensions up to 203 cm.
• There will be a charge for checking your pet, and it varies depending on the region you are flying.
• Your check-in rate starts from $90 and may go up to $175. 

Pet with Medium Kennel

• If you are traveling internationally and domestically, the maximum weight and size of the pet with a kennel is 45 kg and 250 cm.
• The fee for check-in would be in the range from $130 to up to $300. 

Pet with Large Kennel

• The maximum limit for the pet's weight and size in their kennel when traveling internationally and domestically is 75 kg and 292 cm.
• The check-in fee would be at a rate that may vary between $250 to up to $600. 

Documents required for your pet.

Since many of the countries or regions have thier own restrictions and policies regarding the traveling of pets such as many of them require an import license that is to be obtained earlier to arrival. Moreover, regulations ask for certain documents that tell your pet that it is fit to travel on the plane, and these documents are given below.

• Health certificate that a qualified veterinarian issues. 
• Reach out to the embassy to learn more about the specific countries' rules and required documents for traveling with pets.
• All the travel documents and certificates must be at the latest and validated by appropriate bodies.

Guidelines for booking.

• The kennel must have a fiberglass or hard plastic shell, and it may not be welded or have wire mesh.
• Kennels should not have wheels, or if they are retractable, they must be blocked from movement.
• The kennel must be large enough so that the pet can easily stand, move, turn, and lie down without touching the top. 

Final Words.

Oman Air has one of the finest pet policies, and hopefully, by reading this page, you have learned. In case you are having doubts, you must reach out to the Oman Air customer service or the local sales office to find guidance and support.