Hi everyone, I need urgent advice.
I’m flying with Turkish Airlines from LHR → SIN with my cat in the cabin, including a 7-hour layover in Istanbul (I won’t be leaving the airport or transit area).
My cat is:
microchipped
neutered
up to date with all routine vaccinations
The issue is rabies vaccination. Singapore import rules state that cats coming from the UK do not require a rabies vaccine. However, I’m worried that Turkish Airlines might still require it for boarding, regardless of destination rules.
I only have about 20 days before travel, and I believe rabies vaccination (if required) may need to be done at least 30 days before departure, so timing is tight.
My main question is:
Will Turkish Airlines refuse boarding if my cat does not have a rabies vaccination, even if Singapore does not require it?
Any recent experiences or official clarification would really help.