Why am I given a printed boarding pass though I have a mobile pass?

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Do you need a printed boarding pass if you have it on your phone?

Yes, your mobile boarding pass can be used to proceed through security checkpoint to board your flight. Simply show your mobile boarding pass on a mobile phone, iPad or Apple Watch and a valid form of identification to the TSA Agent at security to proceed.

Do I need a paper boarding pass or can I use my phone?

Generally, all you need to do is to show your boarding pass to airline and airport staff when asked by opening up whichever app you have it stored in on your smartphone. Depending on your airline, your boarding pass may even display automatically on your smartphone's screen when you arrive at the airport.

Are mobile boarding passes reliable?

Technology can be unreliable, and some airports don't allow mobile passes. There are plenty of situations that could arise that might make mobile passes inconvenient. The airport's systems could go down, scanners could break, and Wi-Fi might not be reliable. Visit Insider's homepage for more stories.

Do I need to print my boarding pass if I checked in online?

13) Do I need to print my boarding pass if I check in online? Yes, you'll need to print each boarding pass clearly on an individual piece of A4 paper. The barcode on the pass will need to be scanned at the airport, so the page mustn't have any rips or tears.

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How to Save Time at the Airport (Boarding Pass \u0026 Gate Tips)

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