If you received your physical boarding pass at a kiosk or check-in desk, you will not be able to use a screenshot of the paper pass to get through TSA or the gate. You can always get another pass printed if you lost the original.

That depends on the airline, airport, and specific security checkpoint. Here’s a breakdown:

Generally, Yes — But With Important Caveats

Most major airlines and airports now accept a digital boarding pass on your phone’s screen. This includes: A screenshot of the boarding pass in your phone’s photo gallery. The boarding pass in your airline’s app or Apple Wallet/Google Pay.

However, there are key situations where it might NOT work:

1. Barcode/QR Code Refresh: Some airline apps use dynamically updating barcodes. A screenshot might show an old, invalid code if the app refreshes it after you take the screenshot. If the scanner can’t read it, you’ll need to pull up the live app or get a new pass.

2. International Flights (Pre-Clearance or Exit Immigration): Some countries’ immigration authorities (especially when leaving the country) may require to see a live app or a printed copy to verify details interactively. A static screenshot might be questioned.

3. Airline or Airport Policy: A few smaller airlines or airports in certain regions may still insist on a printed boarding pass, though this is increasingly rare.

4. Phone or Screen Issues: If your screen is cracked, too dim, has poor contrast, or the barcode is too small, the scanner may fail to read it. A printed pass is more reliable in this case.

5. Bag Drop & Special Services: Sometimes, agents at the check-in/bag drop counter need to scan or stamp your boarding pass. They may prefer a printed one or may reprint it for you anyway