1 Small Bag up to 12 kg
For tickets issued from 10/14/2025, except Basic fare tickets
- For operational and/or security reasons, if necessary, groups 3, 4, and 5 will need to check their small suitcases at boarding. If the suitcase has removable wheels, they must be removed.
- Baggage that does not comply with the maximum size and weight limits will need to be checked. Additional baggage fees may apply if the airport determines that the baggage is not within the carry-on baggage allowance.
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Domestic | South America | Central America / Caribbean / Mexico | USA | Europe |
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| Over 48 hours until takeoff | Included | R$ 200,00 | R$ 225,00 | R$ 250,00 | R$ 250,00 |
| Less than 48 hours until takeoff | Included | R$ 295,00 | R$ 350,00 | R$ 450,00 | R$ 500,00 |
| At the airpoirt | Included | R$ 400,00 | R$ 500,00 | R$ 600,00 | R$ 500,00 |
- Dollar prices will be converted to the purchase currency based on the exchange rate on that day.
- Important: Dollar prices will apply at points of sale outside Brazil.
- Service value subject to local taxes application.
On the GOL website or app, Small Bags can be purchased optionally up to 1 hour before the flight, when the check-in period ends. At the airport, suitcases and extra items will be treated as standard excess baggage checked at the gate, regardless of weight.
- The purchase of the small bag allowance is only available for the Basic fare.
- The Light, Classic, Flex, Premium Economy, INSIGNIA Business Classic and INSIGNIA Business Flex fares include 1 (one) small bag per passenger at no additional cost.
- Advance purchase of the small bag allowance is available for customers with bookings on GOL (G3) flights.
- The small bag allowance is an optional and ancillary service to passenger transportation.
- The small bag is individual and cannot be transferred to another customer.
- Each passenger may purchase only 1 (one) small bag. If they wish to travel with more items, they must purchase the checked baggage allowance.
- The small bag allowance can be purchased up to 1 hour before the flight through digital channels. Through the customer service center, the purchase must be made up to 1 hour and 45 minutes before the flight.
- The small bag must weigh a maximum of 12 kg. If the weight exceeds this limit, the checked baggage allowance must be purchased.
- In case of flight rescheduling at the customer's request, the same small bag allowance purchased can be used. If there are any changes to the travel segments, it is necessary to check for any variation in the small bag allowance price.
- In case of flight rescheduling (reaccommodation) by the airline, it is responsible for offering the same allowances purchased on the original flight.
- The small bag allowance is non-refundable.
- No miles are earned for the purchase of this product.
To avoid issues when traveling, it's essential to know in advance what you can and cannot bring in your carry-on baggage. It's also important to know which items require prior authorization from GOL.
Non-standard items with specific dimensions or characteristics, such as sports equipment, musical instruments, TVs, monitors, boxes, and packaging, must be checked as special baggage.
You may carry non-radioactive personal hygiene or medicinal items, including aerosols, provided that:
- The total net quantity of all listed items carried by a single passenger (in both carry-on and checked baggage) does not exceed 2 kg or 2 L;
- The net quantity of any individual item does not exceed 500 g or 500 mL;
- The number of aerosols and atomizers in carry-on baggage does not exceed four bottles per person. The contents of each of these bottles must also be less than 300 mL or 300 g (ANAC Resolution 207);
- The decompression valves of the aerosols are protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent the inadvertent release of their contents.
This category includes products such as atomizers, perfumes, colognes, and medications containing alcohol, deodorants, hairspray, nail polish remover, hand sanitizer (in original packaging with label), bronchodilators (asthma inhalers), and medications containing alcohol.
ATTENTION: Acetone is not permitted.
Note: These items can also be transported in checked baggage.
Extra batteries for portable electronic devices (batteries, lithium-ion batteries, or lithium-ion batteries) must be transported exclusively in carry-on baggage. Power sources (such as power banks) are also considered spare batteries.
You may carry a maximum of twenty extra batteries, which must be individually protected to prevent short circuits. Other important recommendations:
- For lithium-ion batteries, the lithium content must not exceed 2g;
- Lithium-ion batteries must not exceed 100 Wh;
- Non-spillable batteries must not exceed 100 Wh or 12 V.
Important: Lithium-ion batteries between 100 and 160 Wh, or lithium-ion batteries between 2 and 8g (for exclusive use in portable medical electronic devices), may only be transported with GOL authorization and only in carry-on baggage. Above these levels, transportation is strictly prohibited under any circumstances.
The amount of beverages allowed in your carry-on baggage will depend on the alcohol content and the type of flight. Please note that permitted beverages can only be transported by those over 18 years of age and must be in leak-proof, labeled, and sealed containers. Otherwise, transportation may be denied.
Up to 23% alcohol content by volume
- Domestic flights: no quantity restrictions;
- International flights: up to 100 mL per container (valid for any type of liquid, alcoholic or non-alcoholic).
From 24 to 70% alcohol content by volume
- Domestic flights: each passenger may carry up to 5 L in containers no larger than 1 L;
- International flights: up to 100 mL per container. For beverages purchased at duty-free shops or on board, the 100 mL limit does not apply.
Greater than 70% alcohol by volume
- Completely prohibited in any situation and on any type of flight.
See more information about transporting alcoholic beverages in the "Checked Baggage" tab.
Battery-powered e-cigarettes and personal vaporizers can be carried in carry-on baggage only on domestic flights. These devices are not permitted on international flights.
Passengers are permitted to carry small carbon dioxide gas cylinders used by passengers to power mechanical limbs. Spare cylinders of similar size may also be carried to ensure an adequate supply throughout the trip.
Note: This item may also be carried in checked baggage.
Portable electronic devices for personal use (wristwatches, calculators, cameras, cell phones, laptops, video cameras, etc.) may be transported in your carry-on baggage, provided their batteries do not exceed:
100 Wh for lithium-ion batteries; 2 g of lithium content for lithium-ion batteries; 100 Wh or 12 V for non-spillable batteries. The device must be protected against unintentional activation, or the battery must be disconnected and its exposed terminals insulated.
Up to 15 devices and 20 extra batteries are permitted per person. GOL does not transport hoverboards, segways, or other self-balancing devices.
Smart bags must be transported exclusively as carry-on baggage. The only exception is if the battery is removable. In this case, you can remove it to take it into the cabin with you and check only the bag.
Important: Under no circumstances will smart bags with batteries exceeding 100 Wh be accepted. The lithium batteries used in these bags can short-circuit and cause fires that are difficult to control with the aircraft's fire extinguishing system.
Insulating packaging containing refrigerated liquid nitrogen fully absorbed into a porous material and intended for the low-temperature transport of non-hazardous products is permitted.
The packaging design must not allow pressure to build up inside the container or release any amount of liquid nitrogen, regardless of the position of the insulating packaging.
Note: This item may also be transported in checked baggage.
They can be transported in containers containing small amounts of formaldehyde, ethanol, isopropanol, or other alcohols. For more information on packaging instructions, please contact our Customer Service team at 0800 704 0465.
Note: This item can also be transported in checked baggage.
LED lamps for personal or domestic use are permitted as long as they are transported in their respective sales packaging.
Note: This item can also be transported in checked baggage.
Your carry-on baggage may include:
- Plastic bottles with a capacity of less than 500 mL; Disposable plastic products, such as straws, cups, plates, cutlery, and bags; Styrofoam containers for food and beverages;
- Other disposable products made of polyethylene, polypropylene, and/or similar materials.
Note: These items may also be transported in checked baggage.
You may carry medications in your carry-on baggage, as long as they are accompanied by a prescription. We recommend that you ask your doctor for an additional prescription and, if necessary, obtain one in the language of the destination country. It's also a good idea to have your doctor's report on hand to present to airport security authorities.
Another important point is that some medications, such as insulin, require proper transportation. Therefore, contact the manufacturer for information on proper packaging during travel. It's essential to know that GOL accepts a maximum of 2.5 kg of dry ice to preserve medications (carry-on or checked baggage).
Important: Passengers with certain acute illnesses require prior authorization from GOL's medical team to travel. Check all transportation regulations in the "Persons with Health Conditions" section.
The limit is one unit per passenger, provided the safety cap is securely placed over the heating element.
Curling irons may not be used during the flight under any circumstances. Gas refills for these curling irons are also prohibited, both in carry-on and checked baggage.
Note: If you prefer, you can transport the curling iron in your checked baggage.
These devices may be transported as long as they comply with the dimensions permitted for carry-on baggage and the restrictions for personal electronic items. We also recommend that the Customer remove the items from the box for possible inspections, interventions, and containment in case of unforeseen issues with the product.
To find out which conditions apply to each country, we recommend checking the rules established by the authorities of each country you will visit during your trip, as well as the information provided by the airports, since the rules vary depending on the origin, connection point, and destination.
As per operational policy, GOL does not transport battery-powered items capable of producing extreme heat or potentially causing fires if activated. This includes underwater flashlights and welding equipment, for example.
Please note: Items without a power source (batteries) may be transported.
Stun and electroshock weapons (such as tasers, for example) and items containing explosives, compressed gases and lithium batteries with a watt-hour rating greater than 100 Wh are completely prohibited as carry-on baggage, worn on the body or in checked baggage.
Battery-powered e-cigarettes and personal vaporizers can be carried in carry-on baggage only on domestic flights. These devices are not permitted on international flights.
Such as pepper spray, among others, containing irritating or incapacitating substances are prohibited on the body, in checked or carry-on baggage.
Such as briefcases, money boxes, money bags, among others, and which incorporate dangerous items as part of this equipment (lithium batteries, pyrotechnic material, etc.).
Such as briefcases, money boxes, money bags, among others, and which incorporate dangerous items as part of this equipment (lithium batteries, pyrotechnic material, etc.).
Biological materials are all elements that contain genetic information or are classified as self-reproducing, such as patient samples, biological products, infectious substances, and pathogens.
To transport this type of material, contact GOLLOG for a quote. Visit the GOLLOG website.
All perishable products and food in general must be packaged in leak-proof, accidental-open, and odor-proof packaging. Fish, crustaceans, and other seafood must be placed in Styrofoam boxes lined internally and externally with a heavy-duty plastic bag.
Ice must be gel ice or in insulated, airtight plastic bags. If you have any questions, please contact our customer service team at 0800 704 0465.
Important: If the Styrofoam box is in unsuitable condition or larger than carry-on baggage, the item must be checked. In this case, the check-in fee will be deducted from your baggage allowance.
See more information about transporting food and ice in the "Checked Baggage" tab.
Some medical equipment is allowed as carry-on baggage, but its use on board is prohibited. This includes nebulizers and inhalers, among others.
Essential equipment, such as pacemakers and continuous medication infusion pumps, among others, is permitted provided it is authorized by GOL.
For more information, we recommend contacting our Customer Service team at 0800 704 0465.
Learn the rules for transporting these items in the Persons with Health Conditions area.
Authorization must be requested to transport batteries with a watt-hour rating greater than 100 Wh, but never exceeding 160 Wh, for consumer electronic devices and portable electronic medical devices (PMEDs). Batteries with a lithium metal content greater than 2 g, but never exceeding 8 g, are also permitted, for PMEDs only.
Passengers may carry a maximum of two additional batteries, and these must be checked in carry-on baggage only. Batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuits.
Important: Batteries with a watt-hour rating greater than 160 Wh are strictly prohibited for transportation on aircraft.
With the airline operator's authorization, passengers may carry up to two small carbon dioxide cylinders per person. These cylinders must be placed in a self-inflating life jacket and must have a maximum of two spare cartridges.
For other devices, up to four cartridges with a capacity of up to 28g are permitted. The cartridges must be packaged so that they cannot be accidentally activated.
Note: If you prefer, you can carry the gas cartridge in your checked baggage.
Blenders, coffee makers, and similar small appliances can be carried as carry-on baggage, as long as they are properly packaged and do not exceed the permitted dimensions: 35 x 25 x 55 cm (width x length x height).
Important: Microwave ovens are only transported as checked baggage.
See more information about transporting appliances in the "Checked Baggage" tab.
A safety match or lighter for personal use must be carried with the passenger. There are some prohibitions:
- Lighters containing liquid fuel—other than liquid gas—without absorption, fuel, and lighter cartridges are not permitted as carry-on or checked baggage.
- Matches that light on any surface, without the need for a rough surface (strike anywhere), are also not permitted under any circumstances.
The amount of dry ice must not exceed 2.5 kg per passenger when used to package perishable goods or when approved by the carrier.
See more information about transporting dry ice in the "Checked Baggage" tab.
You may carry your musical instrument in the cabin as a small carry-on bag, provided it does not exceed the permitted weight and dimensions and that you have the allowance for this type of baggage.
Attention: the instrument must be placed in the overhead compartment.
If you do not have a small carry-on bag allowance, the instrument can be replaced by a handbag or backpack, provided it is placed under the seat in front of you.
Attention: only one handbag or backpack is allowed per passenger.
Otherwise, the item must be transported in the aircraft's cargo hold as checked baggage, properly packed in rigid packaging that guarantees protection against possible damage during transport.
Important: Guitars and violins can be carried in the cabin as hand luggage.
Following ANAC guidelines, we ask customers carrying the 15-inch MACBOOK Pro Laptop, manufactured between September 2015 and February 2017, to keep the device turned off and not charge the battery on board. If necessary, please contact our Cabin Crew.
GOL authorization is required for surgically implanted cardiac pacemakers containing radioactive materials or lithium batteries, or radiopharmaceuticals implanted in a person's body as a result of medical treatment.
Some sports accessories can be transported as carry-on baggage, depending on their size and weight. These include:
- Balls (except bowling balls);
- Ski and snowboard goggles, gloves, and boots;
- Diving accessories such as masks and fins. Oxygen cylinders may only be transported if empty and with the valves open.
- Items such as surfboards, stand-up paddleboards, skateboards, bicycles, and others must be checked. Learn more in the "Checked Baggage" tab.
Only one backpack per person is permitted, containing a non-toxic, non-flammable compressed gas cartridge. The backpack must be packed so that it cannot be accidentally activated. Air bags inside the backpack must be equipped with pressure relief valves.
Contact our Customer Service Center (0800 704 0465) for more information.
Note: If you prefer, you can transport the backpack in your checked baggage.
Fragile items are accepted, provided they are properly labeled and packaged. However, if the product is damaged for any reason, GOL will not be responsible for providing a refund.
Jewelry, negotiable papers and money are accepted exclusively for transport as carry-on baggage.
The transport of plants must comply with the weight and size limits defined for the small personal item and/or small bag. Any item that exceeds these limits and compromises the comfort and safety of other passengers must occupy an extra seat.
Plants may only be transported if properly packed in clean, leak-proof packaging. They cannot be carried inside suitcases or any other type of luggage containing personal belongings.
On international flights, plant transport must be carried out exclusively via GOLLOG. For information regarding the required documentation, please contact the Department of Agriculture at your destination.
For international flights, the transport of liquids, aerosols, and gels must follow ANAC (Brazilian Civil Aviation Agency) rules for carry-on baggage, where:
- Container capacity: all liquids, gels, and aerosols (such as perfumes, creams, and sprays) must be in containers with a maximum capacity of 100 ml each.
- Volume limit: even if the container is only partially full, if the original packaging has a capacity of more than 100 ml, it will not be allowed in the cabin.
- Plastic bag: the containers must be placed inside a transparent, resealable plastic bag. This bag can have a maximum capacity of 1 liter.
- Quantity: each passenger is allowed to carry only one (1) plastic bag with liquids.
Only products purchased in duty-free shops may exceed this limit, provided they are in the sealed packaging provided by the store.
Note: when going through security screening, you must present the plastic bag separately from your carry-on baggage for inspection.
There are exceptions for the transport of liquids, such as prescription medications, baby food, and liquids for special diets. These items must be presented at the time of inspection.