Personal-item bag · 16.5 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (41.9 × 30 × 15 cm)
Fits 1.1 cm (0.4 in) to spare on the length; 9.5 kg left for packing
GOL carry-on and personal item size
Checked against GOL's baggage page on 5 October 2026
Personal item (under the seat)
43 × 32 × 22 cm16.9 × 12.6 × 8.7 in
Weight: 10 kg (22 lb)
Carry-on (overhead bin)
55 × 35 × 25 cm21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in
Weight: 12 kg (26 lb)
Will your bag fit GOL?
Personal item. Free on every fare. Purse, backpack, laptop bag etc. under the seat in front. Listed as height 32, width 43, depth 22 cm; up to 10 kg.
Carry-on. Not included on Basic. Wheels and handles count. 'Small Bag' for tickets issued from 14 Oct 2025 (10 kg before). Overhead bin. Included on all fares except Basic; groups 3-5 may have to check it.
What each GOL fare includes
| Fare | Personal item | Carry-on | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | Included | Paid extra (12 kg) | Basic not sold on domestic flights. International: Small Bag not included; buy from R$200/USD 40 (South America, 48h+) up to R$600/USD 120 at airport (USA/Europe). |
| Light / Classic / Flex | Included | Included (12 kg) | 1 Small Bag up to 12 kg included, domestic and international. |
| Premium Economy / INSIGNIA Business Classic / INSIGNIA Business Flex | Included | Included (12 kg) | International only; 1 Small Bag up to 12 kg included. |
Will a standard carry-on fit GOL?
The most common US carry-on size is 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm, wheels included). On GOL it does not fit — 0.9 cm (0.4 in) too long, 0.6 cm (0.2 in) too wide. The common European cabin size, 55 × 40 × 20 cm, doesn't fit (5 cm (2 in) too wide).
GOL's carry-on allowance holds about 48 litres. 65 of the 151 airlines we track have a smaller one.
Bags that fit GOL
We checked 1,046 bags with published sizes. 178 fit the personal-item size with at least 1 cm to spare on every side, and another 112 are within a centimeter. 584 fit the carry-on size comfortably.
Personal item
Personal-item bag · 16.5 × 11.8 × 5.9 in (41.9 × 30 × 15 cm)
Fits 1.1 cm (0.4 in) to spare on the length; 9 kg left for packing
Personal-item bag · 15.6 × 12.2 × 7.5 in (39.6 × 31 × 19.1 cm)
Fits 1 cm (0.4 in) to spare on the width; 9.3 kg left for packing
Personal-item bag · 15.6 × 12.2 × 7.5 in (39.6 × 31 × 19.1 cm)
Fits 1 cm (0.4 in) to spare on the width; 9.5 kg left for packing
Carry-on
Carry-on suitcase · 19.1 × 12.8 × 8.9 in (48.5 × 32.5 × 22.6 cm)
Fits 2.4 cm (0.9 in) to spare on the depth; 9.1 kg left for packing
Carry-on suitcase · 55 × 35 × 23 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.1 in)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length; 9.7 kg left for packing
Carry-on suitcase · 55 × 35 × 20 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 7.9 in)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length; 9.4 kg left for packing
Carry-on suitcase · 55 × 35 × 20 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 7.9 in)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length; 9.4 kg left for packing
If your bag is too big at the gate
Bags over size/weight limits must be checked and baggage fees may apply. Basic international Small Bag bought at the airport: R$415 / USD 85 (South America), R$515 / USD 110 (Central America/Caribbean/Mexico), R$600 / USD 120 (USA, Europe). Source
Power banks on GOL
You can’t use a power bank on board. Power banks up to 100 Wh go in the cabin. Limit: 2 per passenger. Never in checked bags. Up to 2 spare batteries incl. power banks, each up to 100Wh. Stow only in seat pocket or under the seat in front. Cannot charge devices on board or be recharged from aircraft power. (in force since 5 April 2026)
Work out your power bank's watt-hours · Power bank rules on every airline
Worth knowing
- Carry-on ('Small Bag') limit rose to 12 kg for tickets issued from 14 Oct 2025.
- Basic fare is international-only and excludes the Small Bag.
- Removable suitcase wheels must be removed.
- Boarding groups 3, 4 and 5 may be required to check their small suitcase.
- Power banks may not be stowed in the overhead bin.
Airlines with similar limits
- Air France: 55 × 35 × 25 cm
- KLM: 55 × 35 × 25 cm
- Avianca: 55 × 35 × 25 cm
- LATAM Airlines: 55 × 35 × 25 cm
GOL bag questions
What size is the GOL personal item?
GOL's free personal item can be up to 43 × 32 × 22 cm (16.9 × 12.6 × 8.7 in), 10 kg (22 lb). Purse, backpack, laptop bag etc. under the seat in front. Listed as height 32, width 43, depth 22 cm; up to 10 kg.
How big can a GOL carry-on be?
Up to 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in), and no heavier than 12 kg (26 lb). Wheels and handles count toward the size.
Does every GOL fare include a carry-on?
No. Basic: this fare includes only the personal item; the bigger bag costs extra or isn't allowed.
Which bags fit GOL's limits?
Of the 1,046 bags we track, 178 fit the personal-item size with at least 1 cm to spare and 584 fit the carry-on size. See the list.
Can I take a power bank on GOL?
Yes, in your cabin bag only. You can’t use a power bank on board. Power banks up to 100 Wh go in the cabin. Limit: 2 per passenger. Never in checked bags.
Sources. baggage hub page incl. lithium battery notice · carry-on baggage tab · allowed, restricted and prohibited items tab. Rules checked 5 October 2026. Some details the airline doesn’t publish are marked as such above. Airline staff have the final say at the gate. Spotted a change? Tell us.
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