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The science here is simpler than it sounds. GOL Linhas Aereas welcomes dogs in the cabin, and that changes how you pack, book, and prepare paperwork. Pixel, my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, has taught me that the details decide everything. This guide breaks GOL's rules into quick, checkable steps so you and your dog arrive calm, compliant, and ready for the gate.
GOL Linhas Aereas's pet policy splits into cabin and cargo. This page summarizes the weight limits, fees, brachycephalic-breed restrictions, and carrier specifications for both modes — sourced from the airline's official pet pages.
How GOL Linhas Aereas handles your pet
Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the to read the exact wording; the opens the source page.
In the cabin✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breedsNot accepted
Cabin policy
Pets accepted✓ Acceptedverified 2026-08-25
Snub-nosed breeds banned✗ Yesverified 2026-07-14
Minimum age26 weeksverified 2026-08-28
Advance booking notice48 hoursverified 2026-08-13
Advance booking required✓ Yesverified 2026-08-29
Max pets per passenger1verified 2026-08-29
Booking methodbook the service when purchasing your ticket, in the My Reservationsverified 2026-08-28
Nursing allowed✓ Yesverified 2026-08-04
Under seat required✓ Yesverified 2026-07-14
Advance notice hours2 hoursverified 2026-07-14
Animals in heat accepted✓ Yesverified 2026-07-01
Carrier size43 × 32 × 22 cmverified 2026-08-25
Max weight (pet + crate)12 kgverified 2026-08-28
Crate must have/behard-sided ok, soft-sided ok, ventilated, absorbent liner, a carrierverified 2026-08-25
Cargo: Max weight (pet + crate)30 kgverified 2026-08-13
Cargo: Crate must have/behard-sided ok, absorbent linerverified 2026-07-14
Health & documents
Health certificate required✓ Yesverified 2026-08-29
Cabin pet service on GOL must be requested at least 2 hours in advance. This applies to both domestic and international flights. Contact GOL and confirm the cabin booking no later than 2 hours before departure. Do not arrive assuming space exists. Reserve the pet slot early, then keep the confirmation reference ready to show at check-in.
GOL requires snub-nosed breed handling as a documented condition of carriage. The dog must be at least 6 months old. The dog must be clean, healthy, and carry the necessary documentation for boarding. Combined weight, including the transport crate, must stay up to 30 kg. Verify age, health status, and paperwork against these thresholds before booking.
Pet travel rewards preparation, and GOL's rules are manageable once you check each requirement against your own dog. Confirm the cabin booking window, weight limits, and breed documentation before you commit to a fare. Then build a personalized plan with Pawgo's plan-builder, which turns these criteria into a step-by-step checklist for your exact route. The science here is simpler than it sounds.
ISO 11784/11785 — the universal microchip standard.
FAVN
Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralization — a rabies serology test required by rabies-free destinations.
Brachycephalic
Snub-nosed breeds (French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians, Himalayans) with restricted airline acceptance due to heat-stress risk.
AVIH
Animal Vehicle In Hold — IATA's term for cargo pet shipment, with fees that vary by carrier and route.
Auto-generated from verified data · Last updated: August 30, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on GOL Linhas Aereas?
Yes, GOL Linhas Aereas allows dogs in the cabin. Your pet and carrier combined must weigh under 12 kg. For your specific pet's eligibility, check Pawgo at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does GOL Linhas Aereas allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
GOL Linhas Aereas bans brachycephalic breeds from cabin and cargo. Breeds like French Bulldogs, Pugs, and Persian cats are affected. Verify your breed at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
What are the pet carrier size limits for GOL Linhas Aereas?
The cabin carrier limit on GOL Linhas Aereas is 43 x 32 x 22 cm (L x W x H). Exact limits vary by aircraft. Compute your carrier fit at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does GOL Linhas Aereas require a health certificate for pets?
Yes, GOL Linhas Aereas requires a health certificate for pets. Your destination country may have additional requirements — check www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Can I ship my dog as cargo on GOL Linhas Aereas?
Yes, GOL Linhas Aereas offers cargo pet transport. Confirm the carrier's specific crate and documentation requirements with the airline directly before booking. Get the full details at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
How many pets can I bring on GOL Linhas Aereas?
GOL Linhas Aereas allows 1 in the cabin, per passenger. Each pet needs its own carrier.Build my pet's travel plan →
What is the cabin weight limit on GOL Linhas Aereas?
Can snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds fly GOL Linhas Aereas?
Snub-nosed breeds such as bulldogs, pugs and Persian cats are not accepted in the cabin, not accepted in the hold.Build my pet's travel plan →
How far in advance must I book my pet on GOL Linhas Aereas?
Add your pet to the booking at least 2 hours before departure — do it when you book the ticket, not at the airport.Build my pet's travel plan →
What if my flight is delayed past my health certificate validity?
If the certificate window expires before you board, you'll need a re-issue. Build a 1-2 day buffer between the cert date and departure to absorb minor delays.Build my pet's travel plan →
What happens if I forget a document?
At the destination airport: at best, an extended inspection while you produce backup; at worst, the pet is held in quarantine or returned to origin at your cost. Bring printed copies.Build my pet's travel plan →
Flying GOL Linhas Aereas?
Get a personalized travel checklist for your pet on GOL Linhas Aereas.
