Its not even as simple as saying that you must have a p. As long as the info matches the passenger list at the gate and you have changed it to the valid number of the new passports before you fly then you should be ok. Passport and citizenship information is generally not needed to book a flight. But as long as everything is in order before you fly, its fine to book the tickets now and provide passport details later. When you get your new passports go to the manage my booking on the airlines website, youcan then put in the proper information. No you dont need your passport to book a holiday, though it is wise just to check spelling of names, as they need to match the passports.
If a passport is required to make a booking then in most cases it would be fine to make a booking with your old passport number and then, when you get your new passport, you can contact the airline and they can change it over for you often you can do this on the manage my booking section of the. You can hang around for days waiting for a new passport, says simon calder, travel editor of the independent newspaper. You are not the first person to renew a passport between booking and travel. Can i book the international flight without passport. If your expiry date is before then, you cannot book a flight on that passport number and will need to be issued a new passport.
How to book flights online without a passport number travelstart. Do uk citizens need a passport on domestic flights in the uk. So you do not want to get your visa until you have your new passport. Depends on your airline but i know we just booked flights with air asia and we didnt need to put in the passport numbers. We do not require your passport number to book a flight. Jun 28, 20 you can also travel without a passport if it is stolen or lost while abroad. I went ahead and booked the rest of us online and was never. You can buy your tickets now before your group gets their passports. I was just about to book 4 flights to bulgaria with easyjet for my family. Sep 07, 20 you certainly can, but before you book be absolutely sure that the passports will arrive well before the departure date. Can u buy an air ticket for someone without passport info. When booking your holiday at travel agents do you need. If a passport number is required to book your tickets, many travelers have found entering all zeros will suffice for the booking. Not really to do with the issue of passport details, but my family is going to queenstown over junejuly and when we were comparing flights noticed that airnz still requires you to pay a large fuel surcharge but other airlines qantas, virgin do not.
Dont book travel until you have a valid passport doing so is at your own risk. Can i order a flight ticket while my passport is in the post. We have a group that is going from the us to europe. Unfortunately, air bulgaria was not quite as accommodating and wouldnt let me progress without the correct info, still, at their prices i can afford to. Booking a flight without a passport and british airways v virgin atlantic. If the airline requires your passport number, check that your passport is valid for travel. I really want to go ahead and book the flight before it gets too expensive, but equally i dont want to get half way through the booking process and realise i need my passport infonumber to continue im assuming my new passport will have a. Do i need my passport information if i am booking flights online.
Im going on tour with my local football team uk to amsterdam next june. Can you book a flight with easyjet without passport number. However, if you are a gibraltarian resident and you do not have a gibraltarian id card, you need to have a valid passport to travel. You will need to include the passport details as soon as they are available, and apply for esta in good time if that is applicable. You can definitely book a ticket on line without having a passport no. Valid for at least 6 months after the date you enter a foreign country. I can t renew the passport yet as i have existing tap flights booked up to april 2016 using the.
Youll need to have some form of identification on both domestic and international flights. You can view full fare conditions and also access and read our conditions of carriage before accepting both of these by selecting. Booking easyjet to spain, do i need passport info when i book. Without a physical passport it can be difficult to obtain your passport number. Once you sign up as a member well send you exclusive membership offers, news and information. You only need to have your valid passport and potential visas at. I dont know where youre from it doesnt say, possibly america i would say just because of the question but you need a passport for domestic flights here in the uk and everywhere else afaik. British airways executive club passport number without having your passport i foolishly forgot i need my passport number to check in, i know these are stored on the website but i need my passport number to access this. Known many a time somebody has booked a wrong name, especially when people prefer to use their middle name as opposed to their christian name, or you know somebody as bob and their actual name is robert etc. Im planning a trip to sri lanka in september with air india from milano, eu. Advance passenger information before you travel nidirect. Passport number without having your passport flyertalk. Whether or not its a good idea to book without those passports in hand depends upon how much time youve got and how much money youre prepared to lose if things go pearshaped.
Legal information from easyjet holidays about you bookings and flights. Europe do i need a passport number to book a flight. Booking international flights without passport details. How to book flights online without a passport number. Jul 29, 2008 do you get asked for passport number when booking flights. You certainly can, but before you book be absolutely sure that the passports will arrive well before the departure date. Jun 16, 2015 you only need passport number when you checkin online before 24hours. Whether or not its a good idea to book without those passports in hand depends upon how much time you ve got and how much money you re prepared to lose if things go pearshaped.
All you need to secure the booking is the full names of the passengers and their contact details. Book with your present passport numbers and update them as soon as you get new ones. Find out how to provide this information or change it on our website. Well help you book your flights without a passport in a few easy steps. Is it possible to book the tickets now i am guessing this would have to be a telephone booking and advise of passport details once these have been obtained. You can hang around for days waiting for a new passport, says simon calder, travel editor of. The name on my ticket does not exactly match my passport. However the club are booking the flight on dec 1st. What email address should i send my passport details to. If you are unable to enter your apis info please contact customer service on 02034995251. Whether its to bali, mozambique or turkey, well help you book your flights without a passport in a few easy steps. But you most likely wont need a passport just to make the booking it usually. You can book before anyone else and get the best value going. Booking a flight without a passport and british airways v.
Youll also get great deals and information from our partners. If you need to expedite your passport and travel plans are required, you should be able to book your flight reservations air travel tickets without the passport number. You can change the passport number and stelios hasnt yet rumbled that he could charge a fee for doing it. This is an essential step you really dont want to forget, so please make sure youve all the travel documents you need for your trip. I think you can also put in a dummy passport number and change it later. Do you need a passport number before booking flights. As has been pointed out by several people, the simple answer is yes, you can buy a plane ticket without a passport. You usually need a passport number to travel on an international flight. Can i book the flight with my national id card first and later on change it to passport number. All customers on international flights must have a valid passport and, where required, a valid visa. Most airlines do not even ask for your passport number when you purchase a flight. Can i book a ticket now if ill have a new passport when i. You may be able to book your airline ticket without your passport number. Once logged in to your account, you can always update passport number section.
I was just about to book 4 flights to bulgaria with easyjet for my family, but 3 of us have no passports and it was asking for passport id details. Youll need to give us the following details for everyone travelling on your booking. If you need to book a flight and you dont have your passport on hand, fear not. How to find out my passport number without my passport. Have booked flights before without a passport and it hasnt been a problem obviously so long as you have a passport when you leave thats all that matters also that the name is correct on the booking compared with the passport. This can vary depending on the flight provider airline or travel agent, and the specific route. We recommend all uk passengers check their passport validity on the uk government website and take a look at. Ryanair s faq section provides answers to our customers most frequently asked questions. Booking a flight without a passport air travel forum. From making a reservation to special assistance services and everything in between, weve got what youre looking for. The person who bought the ticket will need your passport details at some time before you travel.
Is a passport number required to book an international flight. As easyjet flight prices change by the day dont want to have to wait the 36 weeks to get. You can book a flight with an expired passport, as the airline does not need to know the passport information until you checkin. Passports and visas enjoy a seamless journey with our guide to essential travel documents. If you need your passport fast, you have options to get it processed in 24 hours if necessary. Do you need a passport before making flight reservations. Whether its to bali, mozambique or turkey, well help you book your flights without a passport in a. Mine and my kids passports need renewing as they are out of date. That doesnt mean you have to wait until you have your passport in hand before you book tickets for international travel. For security, youll need to reenter the passport number you originally gave us.
Its been a few months since i booked a flight so i cant remember at which stage i will need to enter my passport number. Can i order a flight ticket while my passport is in the. However, you must have a valid passport in hand before you arrive to. Usually, they will ask you to provide these details when you book your flight or. Its just that the person buying the ticket only has my name and address but no passport number. Frequent flyers will also earn qantas points when booking with avis and budget.
Do you need your passport to book an international flight. For most countries, your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond departure date. A travel agent told us we cant book flights for anyone who doesnt have a passport number. If youre traveling anywhere overseas, you need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. I went ahead and booked the rest of us online and was never asked for passport numbers.
You will need your easyjet booking reference number beginning with the letter e which can be found in your vouchers. If you are flying solely within the uk, including northern ireland, you do not need a passport but we advise that you carry photographic identification with you when travelling, such as your passport or driving licence. Tap need my passport number when booking but my passport expires in april 2016. If you are flying from outside the common travel area then you will be required to give details of your passport to the airline at a later date and up to 2hrs before the scheduled departure time. If you do not have your passport, you must apply for a replacement passport to obtain your information. Can you purchase flights without a passport rick steves. You can get all the latest deals and cheapest flights as soon as they are available when you sign up to receive our emails. Your new passport wont have the same number as your old one. When booking flights on easyjet, they ask for the passport numbers of the passports you will be using to travel. However, if the country you are flying to requires a visa you must have the same passport you are going to fly with. Hi guys just wanted to know if i could book a flight to las vegas without a valid passport as it has gone for renewal, it should be back within the next 2 weeks and i intend to travel on the 18th of february.
Okay, ive just changed my name so i will shortly be having a new passport. Booking a flight without a passport air travel message. You can also travel without a passport if it is stolen or lost while abroad. At that point, the only information youll need is contact, payment and billing. Often for domestic flights a passport is not required, and other forms of id are acceptable the airline or travel agent with whom you intend to book should be able to provide this detail. You only need passport number when you checkin online before 24hours. A nonstop flight operates between two airports without calling at any other airports en route. I really want to go ahead and book the flight before it gets too expensive, but equally i dont want to get half way through the booking process and realise i need my passport info number to continue im assuming my new passport will have a new number. If you are flying from outside the common travel area then you will be required to give details of your passport to the airline at a later date and up. This is an essential step you really dont want to forget, so please make sure you ve all the travel documents you need for your trip. If online checkin is open for your flight when you enter your api information youll.
You should return to the uk at the earliest available opportunity. I believe you can book without a passport although i know ive been asked for my passport number at the time of booking before. A travel agent told us we cant book flights for anyone who doesnt have a passport number because tsa can cancel the ticketno noticeno refundif there isnt one, as of nov. If you are a gibraltarian or british national living in gibraltar you can travel between gibraltar and the uk on your id card. Nov 12, 2014 you can book a flight with an expired passport, as the airline does not need to know the passport information until you checkin. I cant renew the passport yet as i have existing tap flights booked up to april 2016 using the. Booking with expired passport cancun forum tripadvisor. Or will they need my passport number at a later date before travel. When will you start to need a passport for domestic flights. Do you get asked for passport number when booking flights. Because this number is a security identification number, there is no way to obtain this information by contacting a passport agency or federal office. However, you must have a valid passport in hand before you arrive to the airport. Most airlines and thirdparty travel sites dont require you to input a passport number at the time of booking.
You can view full fare conditions and also access and read our conditions of carriage before accepting both of these by selecting the acknowledgement check box at the bottom of the page. Dont be booking your flights with a third party, such as you mentioned above. You will not be permitted to board your flight without proof that the. Monday so they booked the flight and let me call them monday with the number. Yes, you can book by phone during just the flight opening hours. One person doesnt have a passport yet, but is in the process of getting his stuff together to apply.
This may be requested at certain points in your journey. I did do it without the details as you suggested and will go back to it at a later date, i already have passport forms and pics ready to go. However some airlines may ask for a passport number while booking the ticket. Can you book a flight on a passport that is soon going to. I went to the airnz site to book flights and passport information is requested for all travelers. But because the price is good right now for flights i want to book. I havent got a passport yet, i was planning on getting one in. Hi guys just wanted to know if i could book a flight to las vegas without a valid passport as it has gone for renewal, it should be back within the next 2 weeks booking a flight without a passport and british airways v virgin atlantic hotukdeals. Passport information is only needed at the point of check in. No, but do bring your passport when you travel as itll be checked by uk and french authorities before you board. So can i just add in my passport details when it arrives and just book now. I most cases you can add your passport information later.
Hi i am looking to book a tap portugal flight for next summer. Ive been lucky enough to have had an air ticket purchased for me at least i think so. A travel agent told us we cant book flights for anyone who doesnt have a passport number because tsa can cancel the ticketno noticeno. A direct flight, for instance from london to auckland, may have one or more touchdowns en. Booking a flight without passport info travel stack exchange. Also the price for british airways and virgin atlantic is roughly the same and roughly the same journey time, which airline is better and which one would most people book with. Nationality, passport number, issuing country and validity date can be changed via manage booking on our pc website.
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