Flights to the United States – Regulatory Information

The Contract of Carriage (CoC) defines the rules and responsibilities of both the airline and the passengers. For flights originating from or destined to the United States, there are specific clauses that must be observed.

Cabo Verde Airlines guarantees the right to a refund in cases of flight cancellation, significant delay, or major itinerary changes, as well as compensation in cases of overbooking.

Key points summary:

  • Cancellation or delay over 6 hours
  • Significant flight change, including airport change, additional connections, or downgrade in class
  • Passengers with disabilities: right to refund when changes affect accessibility or connections

Refundable Additional Services:

  • Checked or extra baggage fees
  • Seat selection
  • Paid priority or ancillary services

Overbooking (Denied Boarding):

  • Voluntary: passengers who give up their seat receive compensation according to Cabo Verde Airlines policy.
  • Involuntary: passengers denied boarding without consent receive automatic compensation, no request required.
  • Passengers already on board cannot be removed, except for operational safety reasons.

Refund Timelines:

  • 7 business days: credit card payments
  • 20 calendar days: other payment methods

Automatic Refunds:

  • Cancellation or significant changes without alternative or compensation
  • Baggage fees in case of delayed delivery

Serious Communicable Diseases:

  • Travel credit (voucher) valid for 5 years may be issued upon medical or governmental documentation.

Note: No processing fees are charged in cases of cancellation or significant changes.

For more information about passenger rights and procedures, consult our dedicated page: Passenger Rights in Case of Irregularities 

Cabo Verde Airlines applies clear and transparent baggage policies, ensuring accessible information for all passengers.

  1. Carry-on Baggage
  • Each passenger may carry one piece of carry-on baggage within the permitted weight and size limits.
  • Additional items (such as handbags, laptop bags, or personal items) may be carried in accordance with applicable regulations.
  1. First Checked Baggage
  • Each passenger is entitled to check the first bag at no additional cost, respecting established weight and size limits.
  1. Additional Baggage
  • Extra baggage or baggage exceeding weight/size limits may incur additional fees.
  • Applicable charges are available in the pricing table on our website.
  1. Special Items
  • Musical instruments, sports equipment, and other special items may be transported according to specific rules and possible additional fees.
  • It is recommended to check the conditions in advance and complete the required forms, if applicable.
  1. Delayed Baggage
  • In case of delayed baggage delivery, applicable fees will be automatically reimbursed, according to Cabo Verde Airlines’ internal procedures and current regulations.
  1. Weight and Size Limits
  • All baggage is subject to weight and size limits, in accordance with legislation and international standards.

Please consult the full baggage pricing and policy table on our official website to check limits, fees, and conditions for carry-on, checked baggage, additional baggage, and special items. 

Cabo Verde Airlines ensures the transport of service animals (SVAN), in compliance with DOT and CDC regulations.

Animals not transported:

  • AVIH – pets in cargo hold
  • PETC – pets in cabin
  • ESAN – emotional support animals

Requirements for SVAN:

  • Completed CDC Dog Import Form with proof 
  • Compatible microchip
  • Minimum age: 6 months
  • Good health upon arrival in the USA
  • More details: DOT – Service Animals

Passengers who are blind, deaf, or deaf-mute:

  • BLND, DEAF, and DEAF/MUTE passengers may travel with guide dogs in cabin (even >8kg) or cargo hold (AVIH) at no cost
  • Muzzle is recommended during the flight
  • Reservations must be made via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or authorized agent
  • SVAN must be indicated via SSR

Onboard Procedures:

  • Passengers with guide dogs should not be seated in emergency exit rows
  • Place these passengers in the front cabin row
  • Prioritize boarding for these passengers whenever possible

Passengers with Disabilities or Reduced Mobility
Cabo Verde Airlines ensures adequate assistance to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, in accordance with DOT regulations (Air Carrier Access Act, 14 C.F.R. Part 382).

DOT Contacts and Resources:

  1. Disability Travel Hotline:
    • 800-778-4838 or 800-455-9880 (TTY)
  2. Aviation Consumer Protection Division:
    • 202-366-2220 or 202-366-0511 (TTY)
  3. Correspondence:
    • Office of Aviation Consumer Protection
    • 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20590, USA

Available Assistance:

  • Transport of wheelchairs and other mobility devices
  • Assistance at the airport and onboard, including priority boarding
  • MEDIF form not required for passengers with disabilities

Service Animals (SVAN):

    • Blind, deaf, or deaf-mute passengers may travel with guide or service dogs at no additional cost
    • Reservations via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or authorized agent
    • Requirements for travel to the USA: CDC Dog Import Form, microchip, minimum age 6 months, good health

    • For more information, see point 4.

Cabo Verde Airlines ensures adequate passenger assistance during prolonged tarmac delays, in compliance with DOT regulations.

Procedures:

  • After 2 hours of waiting: provision of water and food
  • During the delay: guarantee of adequate sanitation (restrooms, hygiene)
  • After 3 hours: possibility of deplaning, whenever safe and authorized

Notes:

  • Application may be affected by operational limitations, such as aircraft safety or air traffic control (ATC) restrictions
  • This plan applies to international flights and is periodically reviewed to ensure compliance and passenger comfort

For more information on passenger rights during tarmac delays, consult: Tarmac Delays 

Contact Channels:

  • Tel: +16174836940
  • E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Address: Empresa de Transporte Aereo de Cabo Verde, 859 Willard St, Suite # 400 Quincy, MA 02169

Response Timeframes:

  • Different response deadlines apply depending on the type of request.
  • There is an escalation process in place for unresolved complaints.

Cabo Verde Airlines provides multiple channels for assistance, reservations, and complaints, ensuring quick and efficient responses.

Contacts:

  • Phone: +1 617-483-6940
  • Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Address: Empresa de Transporte Aéreo de Cabo Verde, 859 Willard St, Suite #400, Quincy, MA 02169, USA

Response Times:

  • Reservations and general inquiries: up to 24 hours
  • Complaints: up to 7 business days

For more information on contact channels and services, consult: Services and Contacts – Cabo Verde Airlines

Flight Notification System – Suggestion / Automatic Flight Notifications

Cabo Verde Airlines ensures passengers are informed of important changes related to their flights through automatic e-mail notifications. These notifications are generated in the following cases:

  • Delays over 30 minutes
  • Flight cancellations
  • Gate changes
  • Significant schedule changes
  • Other relevant operational changes, such as aircraft changes or service interruptions

These notifications are automatic and aim to keep passengers updated in real time, reducing inconvenience and allowing better travel planning. To ensure delivery, the passenger’s e-mail must be correctly registered at the time of booking or check-in.

Boeing 737 Max

Technical Data:



Passenger Cabin (174 seats)

Class Row Seat Count Seat Pitch Seat Width Aisle Width *
Cabin 1 and 7 28 34'' 20 – 21'' 23''
14 and 15 (emergency exit) 12 39'' 16.6 – 17.8'' 23''
8 and 12 e 16 a 30 134 31'' 16.6 – 17.8'' 21''

*The aisle width varies between 54 cm and 60 cm.

Door Height Width Max Item Weight
Forward 35 in / 88 cm 48 in / 121 cm 350 lbs / 158 kg
Aft 33 in / 83 cm 48 in / 121 cm 350 lbs / 158 kg

 

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Channels for formal requests:
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