Pets on board
Take your pets with you on board any ship and choose between animal-friendly inside and outside cabins, animal boxes or simple deck passage!
All boats have special inside or outside cabins that can accommodate pets. These cabins offer the same service as normal cabins, but have linoleum floors, odor ducts and pads that ensure the best possible care and hygiene. Up to 3 pets can be accommodated with their owner in a pet-friendly cabin.
There is only a limited number of these cabins. Check availability directly online. If you do not find the "animal cabin" accommodation, then there is no such cabin for the requested date.
An additional charge may be made for accommodation of pets in cabins at the time of booking or when checking in at the port office.
You can easily bring your pet with you. Your four-legged friend is always welcome on the ferries! However, a valid pet passport is required.
Modern ferries are equipped to ensure you can travel safely and comfortably with your pet. It is important to follow the instructions for animals on board and to remember that your pet also needs a ticket.
Passengers must indicate, at check-in at the port or when boarding, if they will be accompanied by an animal during the ferry crossing.
Note: Owners are fully responsible for the proper care of their pet and for any damage caused to people, property or other animals. It is recommended that your pet fast for two hours before departure, provide water and avoid sudden temperature changes.
Animals are welcome to move freely on the ship's outer decks with their owners, but must be kept on a leash and, if necessary, muzzled. They are not permitted in restaurants, lounges, or other enclosed areas where passengers are present. Only certified service animals and pets traveling in large, well-ventilated, and sturdy carriers are allowed inside the ship.
Small pets such as dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, small birds, and fish must be transported in a cage or suitable container. Special accommodations are available on board for larger pets during the voyage.
All ships have designated areas with kennels (boxes) for pets. These areas are also suitable for feeding and keeping pets fresh.
An additional fee may be charged for kennel use, either at the time of booking or upon check-in at the port.
Pets are generally not permitted to be left in parked vehicles in the ship's garage.
Disabled passengers accompanied by specially trained domestic animals must have the relevant and valid documents/certificates allowing the animal to remain with the owner throughout the crossing and to accompany him at all times in all areas of the ship.
Domestic travel
For travel within the same country, the following documents are mandatory:
- Health booklet: A valid health certificate issued by a veterinarian
- Pet registry: Proof of registration in the pet registry (microchip)
- Rabies vaccination: A valid, up to date and recorded vaccination against rabies
From Schengen/Non-Schengen countries (international travel)
When traveling with pets between Schengen countries or from a Schengen country to a non-Schengen country, you must present:
- Health booklet: A valid health certificate issued by a veterinarian (advised, not required)
- Pet registry: Proof of registration in the pet registry (microchip or tattoo)
- Rabies vaccination: A valid, up to date and recorded vaccination against rabies (given after microchipping/tattooing
- Pet passport: A valid, official pet passport
From non-EU (3rd) countries to an EU member state
If you are traveling with a pet from a non-EU (3rd) country to an EU member state, the following documentation must be presented upon embarkation:
- Health booklet: A valid health certificate issued by a veterinarian in the departure country within 10 days before entry into the EU
- Pet registry: Proof of registration in the pet registry (microchip or tattoo)
- Rabies vaccination: A valid, up to date and recorded vaccination against rabies (given after microchipping/tattooing)
- Pet passport: A valid, official pet passport (advised, not required)
- Pet declaration: A pet owner's written declaration stating the pet’s relocation is for non-commercial reasons
The traveler is advised to contact the local port authorities or the ferry carrier in advance to confirm the documentation requirements and any additional conditions for travelling with a pet.
Note: According to an official announcement from the Tunisian Ministry of Transport (OMMP) and Morocco's and Turkey's national laws, it is expressly forbidden to bring dogs of the following breeds on ferries to Tunisia, Morocco and Turkey:
- Tunisia: Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Tosa, Mastiff and Boer Bull
- Morocco: Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Tosa Inu, Mastiff, Boerboel, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Turkey: Pit Bull Terrier (including American Pit Bull Terrier), Japanese Tosa (Tosa Inu), Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier
If this prohibition is not observed, the pet will not be allowed on board.
Even if the destination country allows the breed, the ferry operator (e.g., Grimaldi Lines, Grandi Navi Veloci, FRS Iberia, etc.) will have its own rules regarding pet size, accommodation (kennel or cabin) and potentially breed restrictions.
It is allowed to have animals with you during the crossing in the mobile home or caravan if you have booked camping on board.
However, if the noise disturbs other passengers, the animal must be placed in one of the boxes provided. This option is free.