Some ask for any travel ID number, when booking online also non-US-flights,
to reduce credit card fraud
(as they claim). Again other TA’s dont bother. Both practices are not unusual in Europe.
Does Expedia ask passport number?
It isn’t
. If passport info is required you will supply it directly to the airline. As above, more info on the nature of your ticket and who you are flying with would be helpful.
Can you ask for passport numbers?
Answer: In order to get the information you need,
you have to request for a passport record
which takes a long time to process. An agent will not be able to provide you with your passport number over the phone.
What happens to passport number after booking flight?
Yes, that’s exactly what you do.
Either change at booking if you can, or change at online check-in
. Your information gets updated even if you check-in in-person though. It’s nothing to worry about.
Is your passport number important?
While you may wonder if the passport card has the same number as a passport, it does not.
A passport number isn’t as important as it once was since the necessary information is stored inside the passport chip
. However, some countries still rely heavily on the number itself, so be sure to keep the number safe.
What can criminals do with your passport number?
Criminals can use your passport number, along with your name and several other points of data that were in Marriott’s database for customers of its Starwood division, to
impersonate you online
.
Do you need a passport number to book a flight?
Re: Do you need a passport number before booking flights?
No, you don’t
. You can buy the ticket. 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.
Do passport numbers change?
Some people mistakenly think that the passport number is unique to them and that it is forever. However, that is not true. Each individual passport book has its own unique number.
When a new document is issued, it will come with a different number to any held by you previously
.
Can you get on an international flight without a passport?
A passport is required for all international travel
.
Remember, the name on your boarding pass must match the name on your government-issued passport. In general, your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the period of intended stay in a foreign country.
Why do people want passports?
That’s because passports, like a driving licences, debit or credit cards,
contain sensitive information that could be used by criminals to steal your identity and commit fraud
.
Does passport show travel history?
When you change passports, in most countries you get a new number, so they must rely on other data to make a match which is not entirely reliable. However,
they are unlikely to know your travel history outside of the country
.
Is it safe to give passport details?
Not much unless you have access to some pretty specific databases
. Even then, you might be able to find out where I last entered a country and not much else. You need a lot more information to commit identity theft or fraud.
Do airlines charge to change passport number?
Yes, that’s exactly what you do
. Either change at booking if you can, or change at online check-in. Your information gets updated even if you check-in in-person though. It’s nothing to worry about.
Do passport numbers come after renewal?
The number on the passport will remain the same
, only the validity will be changed in the passport. The changes will be made to the existing/old passport and will be returned as a renewed passport.
Why did my passport number change when I renew it?
Your passport number will change. Each renewal just means
you get a new passport with a change in expiry date
.
Is a passport number sensitive information?
To the best of my knowledge,
no current state or federal regulation specifically lists passport numbers as personally identifiable information (PII) for businesses
.
Can I book Ryanair flight without passport number?
You don’t need to provide passport details until you check in and print off your boarding pass
which you can’t do until a couple of weeks before you fly.
What passport info is needed to book a flight?
Insert your
passport number, country of issue and expiration date, as well as your legal full name
, when booking an international flight. That information can sometimes be added later or typed in during online check in. Be sure your passport has at least six months of validity prior to its expiration.
Can I book international travel with an expired passport?
The short answer is “no,” at least not if you’re traveling out of the country.
An expired passport is simply not acceptable for international travel
. If your passport is expired or is expiring within the next 6 months, you need to renew your passport.
Why didn’t my birth certificate come back with my passport?
Please. Answer:
Birth certificates are returned after the application has been processed and the passport either issued or denied
. The document may be sent separately from the passport so it can arrive on a different day.
What happens if my passport doesn’t come in time?
The first step is to
call and make an appointment with the emergency passport service
. Call 1 877-487-2778 or 1 888 874-7793 Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern Time. The service is closed all federal holidays.
