Does Jet2 require advanced passenger information?

ADVANCE PASSENGER INFORMATION It is important that you provide API for each passenger travelling with you. Any inaccurate or incomplete data provided could delay your journey, either at check-in or with the immigration authorities.



Yes, Jet2.com and Jet2holidays strictly require Advanced Passenger Information (API) for all travelers, regardless of age. In 2026, this requirement is a legal obligation mandated by most countries to assist in border security and law enforcement. The information needed typically includes your full name (as it appears in your passport), gender, date of birth, nationality, and your passport or travel document number and expiry date. Jet2 makes this process seamless through their "Manage My Booking" portal on their official website or via their mobile app. You are generally advised to provide this information as soon as you book, but it must be completed at least 72 hours before your departure. Without valid API on file, you may be unable to check in online, and you could face significant delays or even be denied boarding at the airport. Providing this data in advance also helps you breeze through the Biometric Exit Gates now common in most UK and European airports in 2026.

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In most cases, you may not be allowed to travel if you do not provide your API in the time required. Providing your API should not be confused with applying for a visa. You will still need to follow the entry rules for every country you visit, as well as any customs and passport control regulations.

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Jet2 have a cut off based on numbers for their online check in. Once that number is reached you have to check in at the airport. One way to avoid it happening is to check in soon after online check in opens.

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You'll need to give us the following details for everyone travelling on your booking:
  1. Full name, as shown on your passport or travel document.
  2. Gender.
  3. Date of birth.
  4. Nationality.
  5. Travel document type (e.g. passport).
  6. Travel document number.
  7. Travel document expiry date.
  8. Travel document country of issue.


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Jet2holidays is a British package holiday provider and tour operator. It was formed in 2007 as a subsidiary of Dart Group PLC (now renamed Jet2 PLC), and a sister to Jet2.com, the third-largest scheduled airline in the UK.

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  • Flights to USA, Canada, Mexico, France, United Kingdom, South Korea, Mainland China, Taiwan, India, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Myanmar and Australia.


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A handbag can be taken on board your Jet2 flight alongside your 10KG allowance which is included as standard. Your handbag must fit underneath the seat in front of you.

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If possible, you should not check in online if you want to check in bulky luggage or a pet. Conversely, there are airlines that oblige you to check in online.

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While it is not required to have a passport to make flight reservations, it is strongly recommended. While you may be able to book your airline ticket without your passport number, you must have a valid passport in hand before you arrive at the airport.

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API data is basic information about passengers and crew members. It includes your name, date of birth, gender, citizenship, and travel document data (e.g. passport number). This information is available from the machine-readable zone of your passport.

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No. Only way somebody else can check your reservation is if that person knew your name, flight number and the reservation code. Even then, they would not know if you boarded the flight. No airline will give out the passenger list of a given flight.

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