Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Amsterdam, Netherlands · IATA AMS · ICAO EHAM
Pet relief area & accessibility
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) provides one of Europe's most thoughtful pet relief programmes, including an outdoor "Pet Welcome Area" near Departures Hall 1 with grass, water, and waste-disposal facilities. Schiphol does not have post-security indoor relief areas, but the airport supports KLM passengers with cabin pets by allowing them to use the outdoor Pet Welcome Area pre-security and re-clear security with their pet. Pets travelling through Amsterdam as cargo are handled at the Schiphol Animal Hotel adjacent to the cargo complex, which is operated by KLM Cargo and Air France KLM Martinair Cargo and includes climate-controlled holding, veterinary care, and exercise areas.
Travel-day timing & what to expect
Quick reference
| IATA code | AMS |
|---|---|
| ICAO code | EHAM |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Coordinates | 52.3086, 4.7639 |
Before you fly
Confirm your airline's pet program before you book — every carrier publishes a slightly different cabin carrier limit, in-cabin pet count, and breed-restriction list. Browse the airline pet policies for the carrier you plan to fly, and review the guides library for country-specific import rules and carrier preparation tips. The information on this page is editorial and should be confirmed with the airport's official passenger services desk before travel.