Claiming for Lost luggage when I have lost the baggage tags as well, Can I still claim?

Claiming for Lost luggage when I have lost the baggage tags as well, Can I still claim? - A Luggage Conveyor Inside Airport

I lost my two bags during my long (40 +hr) travel. One bag was later found but the other is still missing. The local Airline staff (Etihad) says I cannot file a claim since I lost the bag stickers. They did let me file a courtesy lost baggage claim on arrival which really means it is only courtesy and I cannot claim the lost luggage if not found. My question is, since everything is computerized, can they trace my lost luggage TAGs, or may be trace it from the one that was already found? Can I file a claim when I lost the stickers itself?






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Do airlines have to reimburse for lost luggage?

You should know that on flights within the U.S., airlines are legally required to reimburse you up to $3,500 if your bags are lost, damaged or delayed in getting to you.

How much compensation do you get for lost luggage?

Lost or delayed luggage on a US domestic flight If the airline misplaced your luggage on a domestic flight in the United States, you may claim up to $3,500 according to the Department of Transportation (DOT).

Can I get compensation for missing luggage?

According to the Department of Transportation, airlines are liable for up to $3,800 for lost, damaged or delayed bags. International flights fall under different rules; the maximum baggage liability is about $1,780. (Airlines can pay you more than that, but they're not required to by law.)

Do airlines compensate for stolen luggage?

Under DOT regulations (for domestic travel) and international treaties (for international travel), airlines are required to compensate passengers if their bags are damaged, delayed, or lost.



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