Published in 2025 / Updated in 2026
If you’ve already paid the pet fee and your pet is confirmed to travel, you can check in 24 hours before your flight online, on the JetBlue app or at an airport kiosk.
When you arrive at the airport, visit the full-service counter or speak with a JetBlue crewmember in the self-service lobby for your JetPaws® bag tag to attach to your pet’s carrier.
Pet Documentation Requirements
Pet vaccinations, documentation, and entry requirements vary for each destination, so be sure to check the requirements for each destination on your itinerary ahead of time.
Vaccination requirements
According to the requirements of the CDC upon entry into the United States
Number of pets per passenger – 1
Number of pets on board – 4
In-Cabin Policy – Only cats and dogs
Permissible weight in the cabin – Maximum weight: 9 kg including carrier.
Сost of transportation in the cabin – $125
Cargo Policy – JetBlue does not offer this service.
Approved pet carrier sizes – The dimensions of the carriers must not exceed 17″ L x 12.5″ W x 8.5″ H (43.18 cm L x 31.75 cm W x 21.59 cm H).
Pet carriers can be purchased at the airport ticket counter for $55:
JetPaws Small Pet Carrier – 16″ L x 8.5″ H x 10″ W (1 pc).
If you’re unsure how to choose an airline-approved carrier for your pet, check out our tips.
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