Brazil · G3 / GLO
GOL Linhas Aéreas Online Check-in Guide
Brazil's largest low-cost airline, recently emerging from Chapter 11 restructuring (2024–2025). Online check-in opens 48 hours before departure on voegol.com.br.
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How to check in online with GOL Linhas Aéreas
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Have your booking reference and ID ready
You'll need a 6-character booking reference (PNR) and a valid travel document (passport or EU/EEA national ID).
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Open the official check-in page
Use the button at the top of this page or visit voegol.com.br directly. Avoid third-party "check-in" sites.
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Enter passenger details
Add passport / ID number, expiry date, and country of issue if travelling internationally. This step is mandatory and blocks check-in if skipped.
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Choose seats and add extras
Random seats are free in the 24-hour window; named seats and priority boarding cost extra. Skip if you don't need them.
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Save the boarding pass
Add to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet. The GOL Linhas Aéreas app stores it offline once downloaded.
Mobile vs desktop check-in
| Feature | Mobile (app) | Desktop (web) |
|---|---|---|
| Boarding pass in Wallet | Yes (recommended) | Email link only |
| Passport scan | Yes (camera) | Manual entry |
| Push gate updates | Yes | No |
| Print boarding pass | Via email link | Yes |
| Best for | Day-of-travel use | Troubleshooting, family bookings |
GOL Linhas Aéreas baggage at a glance
| Type | Dimensions | Weight | Included? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal item | 40×30×20 cm | 5 kg | Yes |
| Carry-on | 55×35×25 cm | 10 kg | Yes |
| Checked | — | 23 kg | From €25 |
Common GOL Linhas Aéreas check-in problems
Promo fare excludes checked bag
Problem: GOL's cheapest Promo fare on intra-Brazil routes doesn't include checked baggage.
Solution: Pre-pay at booking (~R$80) or upgrade to Light fare which includes 23 kg checked.
Brazilian payment systems
Problem: Foreign credit cards sometimes blocked at GOL's airport counters and self-service kiosks.
Solution: Pre-pay everything online before flight. Brazilian PIX or local card recommended for at-airport transactions.
Domestic ID = Brazilian RG or passport
Problem: Brazilian domestic flights require ID at every checkpoint (security, gate, sometimes additional).
Solution: Foreign nationals: bring passport for domestic Brazilian flights too. RG (Brazilian ID) accepted only for citizens.
GOL Linhas Aéreas check-in FAQ
When does GOL check-in open?
48 hours before scheduled departure for most flights. Closes 60 minutes before international, 30 minutes for Brazilian domestic.
Is GOL safe to book? They had financial troubles.
GOL emerged from Chapter 11 restructuring in 2025 with new investors. Operations continued throughout. Brazilian aviation regulator (ANAC) closely monitors. Trip insurance is recommended for any GOL booking nonetheless.
Does GOL fly internationally?
Yes — GOL operates to North America (Miami, Orlando, Cancún), Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and partners with American Airlines for North American + European connections.
