Choosing the right cage for your pet is not to be taken lightly, as airline companies have the right to deny the departure of your pet if it considers its cage too cramped, or if it does not comply with IATA standards:

It must have / be:

• Manufactured in rigid plastic
• Have a metal grill door with centralized opening
• Two dishes secured to the metal door
• Assembly of the two parts (upper and lower) with screws and bolts
• Ventilation on all sides of the cage

It must not have / be:

• Be made of any other material apart from rigid plastic or solid wood in some cases
• Be assembled and closed with clips
• Provided with an opening at the top of the cage
• Have wheels

Petmate, Gulliver Karli Crates are some which are accepted.

If you buy a cage at a pet shop or on Internet, it would be best to ask for advice before making your purchase, as sometimes it’s indicated that the cage is IATA-approved, when it’s actually not