Can I accompany my wife to the gate?

While some airports offer unrestricted gate passes, most US airlines only allow non-ticketed passengers to access the terminal if they are accompanying minors, special needs persons, or military family members. You can request a gate pass through the airline or through participating airports.



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Your escort pass will allow you to go through airport security screening with your loved one or friend and accompany that person to the departure gate. If you are picking someone up from a domestic flight, you will need to go through the airport security checkpoint before meeting that person at the arrival gate.

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While some airports offer unrestricted gate passes, most US airlines only allow non-ticketed passengers to access the terminal if they are accompanying minors, special needs persons, or military family members.

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Ask the airline about getting a “gate pass” so that you can accompany your child through security to the departure gate. Some airlines require this. Each adult going to the gate will need a government-issued photo ID.

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If you are a senior traveling alone, you can still get a loved one to escort you to the gate of boarding, even if they do not have a ticket. They just have to make sure to present a government-issued ID at the airport counter.

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Your escort pass will allow you to go through airport security screening with your loved one or friend and accompany that person to the departure gate. If you are picking someone up from a domestic flight, you will need to go through the airport security checkpoint before meeting that person at the arrival gate.

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If you are a senior traveling alone, you can still get a loved one to escort you to the gate of boarding, even if they do not have a ticket. They just have to make sure to present a government-issued ID at the airport counter.

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No, the Priority Pass membership card is not transferable. When you access a lounge, the staff will need to check that the name printed on your membership card matches your boarding pass. The member must also be present for accompanying guests to enter a Priority Pass airport lounge.

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Yes, a family member or friend can get a Non-Passenger Escort (NPE) pass to accompany anyone with a disability. NPE passes allow the loved one to assist to the gate or after landing.

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While some airports offer unrestricted gate passes, most US airlines only allow non-ticketed passengers to access the terminal if they are accompanying minors, special needs persons, or military family members. You can request a gate pass through the airline or through participating airports.

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You can actually go as far as the gates if you have a legitimate reason to get a gate pass, also called a security document. Most people won't have a legitimate reason for that though so you can go to the entrance to security and that's it.

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Ask the airline about getting a “gate pass” so that you can accompany your child through security to the departure gate. Some airlines require this. Each adult going to the gate will need a government-issued photo ID.

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Can someone else utilise my airport lounge credit card? No, the primary cardholder can only use the airport credit card. Even the lounge will scrutinise the cardholder's name for ensuring safety and security. However, there are certain credit cards which allow family members to get the privilege of the lounge.

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Most Priority Pass airport lounges allow you to bring any number of guests for a fee, but some lounges have guest limits. You can check lounge information on the Priority Pass app or website before you travel. When applicable, guest fees are charged to the payment card linked to your Priority Pass membership.

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Can my membership card be used by someone else? No. The Priority Pass membership card is non-transferable. When you access a lounge, the staff will check that the name on your card matches your boarding pass.

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Do seniors automatically get PreCheck? No. Anyone who wants to receive PreCheck needs to apply. However, TSA does provide people who are 75 years old or older access to an expedited screening process in the regular screening lines: You can keep your light jacket and shoes on.

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Bonus: If you're 75 or older, TSA usually allows you to go through the security pre-check line, which means you don't have to remove your shoes or separate laptops or liquids from your carry-on.

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