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Humberto Delgado Airport animals for Lisboa

Importing, exporting or flying with a pet or assistance animal? Choose your journey and see exactly what to do, in order, before you reach LIS

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Each step shows who is responsible: the Ministry of Agriculture (MOA), the airline, or a PetAirport tool that can do the work for you.

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    Quick links for passengers

    Book a ticket

    In-cabin, in-hold or cargo with IATA-certified e-tickets from Lisboa, issued through the AviFlex agent ticketing.

    Book AVIFLEX

    Check-in Boarding Pass

    Portugal airline check-in stages and documents, so no to run into problems when at your airline check-in desk.

    AVIPASS Check

    Entry compliance

    VESTA Portugal checks documents against destination rules before you travel, May be required by the Ministry (MOA).

    Open VESTA

    Talk to PetDesk

    Not sure which route applies? Lisboa PetDesk coordinates with approved agents on your behalf.

    Contact PetDesK

    Where to go at LIS

    Relief areas listed from current PetAirport data. Lisboa Airport operator to confirm locations and keep them up to date. Tap any section below to view full details.

    Location: Schengen Area: Located next to Gate 15. Non-Schengen Area: Located in the arrivals area (before passport control / border check).

    Category: Terminal Landside / General Area

    Note: Fully equipped with waste disposal bags and synthetic turf.

    Instructions:

    Tip: Using a lightweight harness and leash prevents a frightened pet from running away in the terminal.

    Location:

    Details: Follow airport signage to the designated airline cargo facilities for manifest drop-off and pickup procedures.

    Location:

    Access: Available near gate areas for travelers with connecting or departing flights after security screening.

    Lisboa Post Entry

    Portugal only government post-entry facility for dogs and cats at Lisboa airport. MOA staff review animals directly in LIS, so owners can collect them at the terminal. VESTA compliance provided for Portugal entry.

    → MOA facility information → Bringing cats and dogs to Lisboa → VESTA Lisboa

    For Lisboa Airport and handling teams

    One shared record for every animal movement, from booking to arrival.

    • Advance manifest of animals per flight, with documents already checked
    • Fewer rejected consignments and gate-side surprises for freight and airline staff
    • A single public page to direct passengers to, maintained by PetAirport and reviewed by your team
    See AviHandling