Complain about the disrespect of the rights of a disabled person or person with reduced mobility on a flight

When the rights of disabled people or people with reduced mobility have not been respected on a flight, a complaint can be filed with the Autoridade Nacional da Aviação Civil (ANAC).

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Who can complain about the disrespect of the rights of a disabled person or person with reduced mobility on a flight?

When can you complain about the disrespect of the rights of a disabled person or person with reduced mobility on a flight?

First, any complaint should be made to the airport managing body or the air carrier operating the flight in question.

If there is no reply within 6 weeks, or if you are not satisfied with the reply, you may submit a complaint to the ANAC for up to 3 years from the date of the flight.

What are the documents and requirements to complain about the disrespect of the rights of a disabled person or person with reduced mobility on a flight?

  • The complaint must have the following documents:

    • European Union complaint form (available in Portuguese and English)
    • Complaint sent to the air carrier
    • Reply from the airline
    • Copy of the flight reservation.

    NB: If you are claiming for more than one person or more than one flight, you must submit an individual form per reservation.

How complain about the disrespect of the rights of a disabled person or person with reduced mobility on a flight?

Disabled passengers and passengers with reduced mobility who feel that their rights have been infringed can complain by filling in the complaint form.

The form should be sent to dfs@anac.pt with the following documents attached:

  • complaint sent to the air carrier or airport, as appropriate
  • reply from the carrier or airport
  • copy of the booking.

What is the price to complain about the disrespect of the rights of a disabled person or person with reduced mobility on a flight?

It is free of charge.

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