Royal Air Maroc in-cabin pet policy — and the carriers that fit
Royal Air Maroc allows small pets in the cabin in a carrier up to 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in, solid/hard-sided — soft-sided not accepted, stowed under the seat in front of you. Already own a carrier? Enter its measurements below to check it against this limit. In-cabin fee: Domestic flights 290 MAD. 0 of the 15 carriers we track clear that published limit.
That means no carrier on our list clears it outright — the closest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) (flexes — 0.6" over), with 5 others in the same range. Measure yours and expect an agent to check it. Royal Air Maroc's 7.9" height ceiling sits mid-pack among the 77 airlines we track (shared with Finnair, LOT Polish, Norwegian): Aegean, Air Canada, Air Europa and Air France allow more, while EL AL Israel allows only 7".
Will your carrier fit Royal Air Maroc?
Measure the outside of your carrier (bulges included) and enter it below. The check uses Royal Air Maroc’s published 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in limit — height is checked strictly, the footprint may rotate.
Royal Air Maroc pet rules
| Max carrier size (published) | 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in |
| Soft-sided required? | No — the opposite: a solid, hard-sided container is required. Soft-sided carriers are not accepted. |
| In-cabin fee | Domestic flights 290 MAD; Europe/Maghreb 640 MAD / €70; Africa, North America, Brazil, China and Middle East 1,150 MAD / €120 / US$120 / C$120. Service dogs travel free. · compare all airlines → |
| Species allowed | dogs, cats, birds |
| Weight | 8 kg (17.6 lb) including their container (service dogs exempt) |
| Pets | Not published |
| Booking | Tell Royal Air Maroc you wish to travel with your pet at the time of booking, more than 48 hours in advance · what to book, buy and pack → |
Source: official Royal Air Maroc pet policy · verified 2026-08-25 · how Royal Air Maroc ranks on fee and space →
Carriers that fit Royal Air Maroc
Matched to Royal Air Maroc's published 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in limit (height checked strictly; footprint may rotate). See the full Royal Air Maroc carrier shortlist →
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This table ranks by Royal Air Maroc’s size limit — not by your pet. The weight under each carrier is what that size is rated to hold. A bag can clear the airline and still be the wrong size for the animal, which is the most common reason one goes back — measure your pet first →
| Carrier | Size | Fit | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
 Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) up to ~8 lb · max pet 13″ long × 7.5″ tall | 15 × 10 × 8.5 in | Flexes — 0.6" over | See on Amazon → |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Mini (Low-Profile) up to ~15 lb · over Royal Air Maroc's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted | 17 × 11 × 9 in | Flexes — 1.1" over | Not available on Amazon right now |
Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Standard (Expandable) up to ~20 lb · over Royal Air Maroc's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted | 18 × 11 × 10 in | Flexes — 2.1" over | Not available on Amazon right nowIn stock and fits the same airlines: Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Medium) up to ~16 lb · max pet 16″ long × 9.5″ tall · over Royal Air Maroc's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted | 17 × 11 × 10.5 in | Flexes — 2.6" over | See on Amazon → |
Sherpa Original Deluxe (Large) up to ~22 lb · max pet 18″ long × 10.5″ tall · over Royal Air Maroc's 17.6 lb limit once the bag is counted | 19 × 11.75 × 11.5 in | Flexes — 3.6" over | See on Amazon → |
SturdiBag Pro (Large, Flexible Height) pet size not published | 18 × 11.5 × 11.5 in | Flexes — 3.6" over | Not available on Amazon right nowIn stock and fits the same airlines: Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) |
9 carriers too big for Royal Air Maroc
Petmate Soft-Sided Kennel Cab (Medium) up to ~10 lb | 17 × 10 × 10 in | Too tall (10" > 7.9") | View on Amazon |
Diggs Passenger pet size not published · Diggs discontinued this carrier — link goes to similar carriers | 17 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 7.9") | Compare similar on Amazon → |
ibiyaya JetPaw Expandable Backpack up to ~17 lb | 18 × 12 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 7.9") | View on Amazon |
Sleepypod Atom up to ~12 lb | 17 × 8.5 × 10.5 in | Too tall (10.5" > 7.9") | View on Amazon |
Away The Pet Carrier pets up to ~18 lb | 18.7 × 10.8 × 10.75 in | Too tall (10.75" > 7.9") | Compare similar on Amazon → |
Petsfit (Medium) Expandable Soft-Sided up to ~13 lb | 17 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 7.9") | View on Amazon |
Bergan Comfort Carrier (Small) pet size not published | 16 × 8 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 7.9") | View on Amazon |
Frisco Premium Airline-Compliant Carrier up to ~22 lb | 18 × 11 × 11 in | Too tall (11" > 7.9") | Compare similar on Amazon → |
Sleepypod Air up to ~18 lb | 22 × 10.5 × 10.5 in | Too big | View on Amazon |
How to confirm your actual under-seat space
Royal Air Maroc's number is its published maximum, not a guarantee for your exact seat. Before you buy or fly:
- Check which aircraft operates your flight (in your booking or on a seat-map site).
- Avoid bulkhead and exit rows — bulkheads have no under-seat storage and most airlines ban pets there — and check this airline's seat rules above.
- Call Royal Air Maroc to confirm under-seat dimensions for that aircraft, or
- Choose a collapsible / flexible-height carrier that adapts to a tighter space.
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Common questions
What size pet carrier does Royal Air Maroc allow in the cabin?
Royal Air Maroc's recommended maximum in-cabin carrier is 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in. It must fit fully under the seat in front of you. Source: the Royal Air Maroc pet policy.
How much does Royal Air Maroc charge for an in-cabin pet?
Domestic flights 290 MAD; Europe/Maghreb 640 MAD / €70; Africa, North America, Brazil, China and Middle East 1,150 MAD / €120 / US$120 / C$120. Service dogs travel free. Always confirm the current fee on the official Royal Air Maroc pet page before you fly.
Which pet carriers fit Royal Air Maroc?
No carrier we track clears Royal Air Maroc's published 21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in outright — the closest is the Sherpa Original Deluxe (Small) (flexes — 0.6" over). Full shortlist: /fits/royal-air-maroc/.
Does Royal Air Maroc require a soft-sided pet carrier?
No — Royal Air Maroc requires the opposite: a solid, hard-sided container (crate, cage or basket). A soft-sided carrier is not accepted. Height is what rules carriers out: Royal Air Maroc publishes 7.9", against 13" at the most generous airline we track.
How many pets can I bring in the cabin on Royal Air Maroc?
Not published. Species accepted: dogs, cats, birds. Weight limit: 8 kg (17.6 lb) including their container (service dogs exempt). Tell Royal Air Maroc you wish to travel with your pet at the time of booking, more than 48 hours in advance