Activating your Swiss Travel Pass in 2026 is a straightforward digital process. If you purchased a consecutive-day pass, it is usually pre-validated for the start date you selected during the checkout process, and you simply need to have the digital QR code ready on your smartphone for inspection. However, if you have the Swiss Travel Pass Flex, you must manually activate each travel day before boarding your first train, bus, or boat. This is done by visiting activateyourpass.com or scanning the QR code on your purchase receipt. You will enter your reference number and personal details, then select and confirm the specific date you wish to use. Once activated, a valid ticket with a QR code is generated for that day. You can add these tickets to your Apple or Google Wallet for easy access. It is important to note that once a travel day is activated and the date has begun, it cannot be deactivated or changed.