Pregnant women
Questions about how to prepare to fly while pregnant?
Get to know our service and find out when is the best time to travel.
General Information

Preferred service

Pregnant and lactating mothers are entitled to preferential care. If you are in these conditions, request the special service at the GOL counter at the airport.

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Medical guidance

For a smooth and safe trip, consult your doctor and ask for his advice before starting preparations.

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Risky pregnancy

If your pregnancy is considered risky, you must submit the MEDIF form to GOL up to 48 hours before the trip.

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Boarding conditions

We offer special conditions for passengers accompanying passengers in need of special assistance. Learn about the different conditions for escorts.

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For more information, access the GOL Online Service or consult a GOL agent at airports.
Rules for boarding pregnant women
Simple Gestation
GESTATION PERIOD UP TO 29 WEEKS 30 TO 35 WEEKS 36 TO 37 WEEKS 38 WEEKS OR MORE
Medical certificate* Not necessary It is necessary to present the document valid for 30 days, issued up to 7 days before the date of shipment It is necessary to present the document valid for 30 days, issued up to 7 days before the date of shipment and the declaration of responsibility signed by the doctor and the pregnant woman Boarding is allowed only in situations of extreme need and accompanied by the responsible doctor
Statement of responsibility Not necessary Not necessary It is necessary to present the certificate valid for 30 days, issued up to 7 days before the date of shipment and the declaration of responsibility signed by the doctor and the pregnant woman

It is necessary to submit the declaration of responsibility signed by the pregnant woman.

Boarding is allowed only in situations of extreme need and accompanied by the responsible doctor
* The medical certificate must be original, stating the weeks of pregnancy and the current clinical condition, as well as the date, signature and stamp with the registration number of the responsible physician with the Regional Council of Medicine.
Notice: It is not recommended to travel 7 days before or after delivery.
Multiple Gestation
GESTATION PERIOD UP TO 29 WEEKS 30 TO 35 WEEKS 36 TO 37 WEEKS 38 WEEKS OR MORE
Medical certificate* Not necessary It is necessary to present the document valid for 30 days, issued up to 7 days before the date of shipment It is necessary to present the document valid for 30 days, issued up to 7 days before the date of shipment Boarding is allowed only in situations of extreme need and accompanied by the responsible doctor
Statement of responsibility Not necessary Not necessary It is necessary to submit the declaration of responsibility signed by the doctor and the pregnant woman

It is necessary to submit the declaration of responsibility signed by the pregnant woman

Boarding is allowed only in situations of extreme need and accompanied by the responsible doctor
* The medical certificate must be original, stating the weeks of pregnancy and the current clinical condition, as well as the date, signature and stamp with the registration number of the responsible physician with the Regional Council of Medicine.
Notice: It is not recommended to travel 7 days before or after delivery.
Information about the medical certificate

Certificates are valid worldwide when issued by doctors,
provided that they contain:

  • Doctor's name
  • Registration of the respective professional medical or specialist board (with signature and stamp)
  • Number of weeks/months of pregnancy
  • For international flights, the certificate must be issued in the customer's language (original form) and be translated, in a certified form, into the languages of the countries of origin and destination.
Attention to the deadline
The medical certificate must be issued no later than 7 days before boarding, by
physician assistant to the pregnant woman, and is valid for 30 days, provided that, in
return, there is no change in the pregnancy code. The passenger's case
Board the outbound flight in the transition from the 35th to the 36th week of
pregnancy and, on the return flight, has completed 36 weeks, necessary
the presentation of the Declaration of Responsibility and a certificate with the
updated number of weeks.