Special Baggage

•  The following procedure shall apply for special baggage charge (sporting equipment).

Any sporting equipment shall be transported for free on Ethiopian flights, if the below three criteria are all fulfilled,

1. The dimension of the sporting equipment is less than or equal to 203cms or 80 inches (Length + Width + Height).
2. The weight of the sporting equipment is less than or equal to 23kgs/ 50.71lbs.
3. The passengers’ sporting equipment fall within the number of allotted free
   

Baggage allowance per the ticket or membership.

• Any sports equipment that exceeds the allotted free baggage allowance but remains within the size and weight limits (23 kg / 50.71 lbs and 203 cm/80 inches) shall pay a special baggage charge (sport equipment) only.
• If the sports equipment that exceeds the allotted free baggage allowance and or exceeds the weight limit of 23 kg/ / 50.71 lbs (up to 32 kg/ 70.55 lbs), it will be subject to the established excess baggage rates.
• In addition to the special baggage charge. Equipment weighing over 32 kg/ 70.55 lbs shall be transported as cargo.
• Any sports equipment that exceeds the size limit of 203 cm/80 inches shall be transported as cargo.

 Please note

• As an exception, Sporting equipment such as Kayaks and canoes, which are indivisible in nature, may be accepted with “Heavy” label to a maximum of 46 Kgs/ 101.41 lbs by charging applicable excess charge.
• The excess baggage charge for sporting equipment can be collected in local currency of the departure station.
• Payment is non-refundable, non-reroutable, and non-endorsable.
• Ethiopian shall not carry Jet Ski
• All other rules and regulations concerning sporting equipment shall be governed by Ethiopian baggage handling and excess baggage handling policies and procedures.

Musical instruments shall be permitted to be carried in cabin as a carry-on baggage so long as the dimension of the instrument (inside or outside of its package) do not exceed the carry-on dimension standard set by the airline. That is to say 23*40*55 (cm)...... 4.15.4

• Block seat baggage service assures passengers safe transportation of fragile or bulky baggage which should not be checked or carried in the baggage compartment.

• Such service is accomplished by allowing passengers to reserve a seat for such items subject to normal reservation procedures.

• Generally, the following list of items are considered in this category;

1. Base viol and cello

2. Musical instruments other than normal sized stringed instruments

3. Typewriters

4. Tv sets

5. Radios

6. Electronics Instruments

7. Cosmetic Cases

8. Tape recorders

9. Cameras and related equipments

10.  Pictures and paintings

11.  courier / Diplomatic Bag

• Block seat baggage service is provided to passengers traveling solely on Ethiopian and ET/LH codeshare flights. And also Ethiopian portion of interline trips, or in case a similar service is offered by other carriers, to the entire portion of the interline trip involving such carriers 

• Securing, loading and lashing of bulky, oversize, fragile or valuable  baggage should be handled by approved staff.

• Block seat baggage must be placed forward of all seated pax in the aircraft. It must be secured in a seatbelt and seat belt extensions. Articles too large and bulky will not be accepted. Any block seat bag shall not protrude to the aisle or over the height of the seat.

• Weight of property carried as block seat baggage will not be considered when determining passenger’s free baggage allowance and excess charge. Weight of such block baggage will be shown in total weight of checked baggage when international travel is involved.

Travelling with Pets

A. Policy

1. Cats and dogs, as defined in current passenger tariffs, may be transported in the cabin or baggage compartment when in a container and accompanied by a passenger or shipped as cargo.
2. Ethiopian Airlines accepts only dogs and cats in the cabin, with a limited number allowed per compartment:
   
   

Note: You must bring your pet in a box that does not exceed 55 x 40 x 20 cm and 8 kg (including the container). If the size or weight is more, the pet must be transported in the aircraft hold.

3. If the cage is larger than allowed for cabin travel, or the total weight (pet + cage) is more than 8 kg and up to 45 kg, it will be transported in the hold.
   
   
4. Pets (including cage) weighing more than 45 kg must be transported as cargo, following cargo procedures.
   
   
5. Seeing-eye dogs (trained to assist visually impaired passengers), when harnessed and muzzled, may travel in the cabin on all Ethiopian Airlines aircraft at no charge. This depends on local or government restrictions.
   
   
6. Hearing-ear dogs (trained to assist hearing-impaired passengers), when harnessed and muzzled, may also travel in the cabin for free. This requires advance arrangements and is subject to local or government restrictions.
   
   
7. Service dogs for visually or hearing-impaired passengers travel free and can stay in the cabin. You must notify the airline in advance.
   
   

Snub-nosed dog and cat breeds are not accepted, due to increased breathing risks caused by stress and temperature changes during transport.

B. Procedure on carriage of pets

●       Pets are accepted in the cabin on all Ethiopian Q-400 aircraft.

●       Pets (in containers) accompanied by passengers or shipped as cargo may be carried in the baggage compartment.

●       You must make advance arrangements for all pet transport.

C. Booking Procedure

• You must specify the type of pet and the size of the container when making a reservation.
• Ethiopian does not accept emotional support or psychiatric service animals in the cabin unless the passenger provides valid documentation (no older than one year) from a licensed mental health professional (e.g. psychiatrist, psychologist, clinical social worker, or medical doctor) on official letterhead.

D. Condition of Carriage

• Pet acceptance rules vary by country. Check with your nearest Ethiopian Airlines office or travel agent.
  
  
• For interline connections, check the policy of the other carrier.
  
  
• Charges for pets in the cabin or hold apply at excess baggage rates, regardless of other baggage.

• For pets over 45 kg, transport must be as cargo.
  
  
• The PET/AVIH fee applies regardless of whether it fits within your free baggage allowance.
  
  
• For codeshare flights, the operating carrier’s rules apply.
  
  
• The pet owner accepts all risks (injury, sickness, or death) and is responsible for meeting all legal requirements. Ethiopian Airlines is not liable if a pet is denied entry to, or transit through, any location.
  
  

New Entry Requirements: USA

As of 1 August 2024, the U.S. CDC has new entry requirements for live dogs.
Click here for more information.

Bringing a Pet to Norway

●       To bring a pet in cabin, follow these official rules.

To import animals, follow the import guidelines here.

Disclaimer

This information is for guidance only and does not form a contract. Details may change without notice. Ethiopian Airlines is not liable for any such changes and reserves the right to interpret and apply these rules at its discretion. Ethiopian’s interpretation is final.

• Ethiopian shall permit transportation of cremated human ash as cabin and checked-in baggage.

Carriage of cremated Human Remain

The following procedures shall be applied to accept cremated human ash on Ethiopian flights either as cabin or checked-in baggage;

1. Prior to travel, the pax shall be advised to contact the embassy of destination country in order to ascertain that carriage of cremated ash into the country permitted

2. The passenger shall be advised to choose a container or urn made of plastic or cardboard to carry the ashes.Urns made up of ceramic and metal are not permitted

3. PAx shall palace the ashes in a sealed plastic bag inside of the travel container or Urn to prevent the ashes from spilling

4. PAx should secure the deceased person’s passport, cremation certificate and death certificate

5. All relevant docs including cremation certificate and death certificate which are in foreign language need to be translated and authenticated into the local language to avoid misunderstanding with local authorities

6. PAx should arrive early to check-in and finalize formalities ahead of time , in case any eventualities may occur at the airport

7. Size and weight of any cabin bag /checked-in bag should be handled per Ethiopian baggage handling policy.

Note : Flat TV with 66" and above is not accepted as accompanied baggage and may be carried as Cargo per cargo procedure & Rate Valid on/after 6-MAY-21