What does API mean on boarding pass?

API (Advance Passenger Information) data is biographic information on passengers (as contained in travel documents) collected by air carriers during check-in and, complemented with travel route information, transmitted by these carriers to the border control authorities of the country of destination.



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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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You need to provide Advance Passenger Information (API) before you go on holiday if you're travelling with TUI Airways. It's also called APIS, Secure Flight or e-Borders. In a nutshell, this is information from your passport that's required by the governments of some countries.

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If the airline still offers check-in desks at the airport, you'll be able to supply API information when you arrive at the airport.

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The concept of a QR Code on a boarding pass is not hard to understand. It is meant to allow the passengers or the airlines (or both) access to flight information and more. A QR Code for boarding pass may include information such as: The legal name of the passenger.

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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.

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