A boarding pass is your “ticket” to board the plane. So, it makes sense that you will not need it after you land. But an article by Travel & Leisure says you might want to hold onto it. That little slip of paper or screenshot can potentially save you time, money, and stress depending upon the situation.
Here are a few examples of why you might need your boarding pass after completing a flight:
A record of the flight – Your boarding pass serves as solid evidence that you were on a flight. This could be needed if you have a discrepancy with the airline about frequent flyer mileage credit.
Travel disruptions – If you need to file a claim with travel insurance or your credit card company, your boarding pass can provide essential information to help validate your case, especially when it comes to flight delays, cancelations, or lost luggage.
Protect your personal information – This is particularly important if you use a paper boarding pass. The bar code on a boarding pass contains sensitive data and personal information. Be careful of how and where you dispose of it. Once you know you no longer need the boarding pass, shred it or destroy it securely.
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