Wondering what information you'll need as you head to the airport? Learn all about the documents and security details you'll need before your flight.
Learn about the documents needed when flying to destinations outside the United States.
When traveling across international borders, customs and immigration will require that you provide proof of citizenship. This proof can vary, as each country has its own requirements for entry. In order to get through the check-in and security process quickly and easily, make sure that the name on your travel documents matches the name on your ticket.
Visit out partner TravelDoc "This indicates a link to an external site that may not follow the same accessibility or privacy policies as Alaska Airlines. By selecting a partner link you agree to share your data with these sites.". Filling out that form with the details of your international trip will help you determine the documentation and visa requirements of your destination.
Minors (under age 18) traveling internationally without both parents may be required to present a letter of consent signed by any/all non-traveling parents. Please visit the U.S. Department of State website at http://travel.state.gov "This indicates a link to an external site that may not follow the same accessibility or privacy policies as Alaska Airlines. By selecting a partner link you agree to share your data with these sites." for country-specific information.
For Mexico travel, please visit our minors traveling internationally page.
We are required to verify all international documents and information. Because of this, we need you to arrive at the airport early for international departures. Please visit our airport guides to find out when you should get to the airport, so that you will have plenty of time to catch your flight.
Verify before you fly: If you are a US or Canadian passport holder age 13+ and traveling solely on Alaska Airlines, you can verify your passport before you arrive at the airport using Airside Mobile.
Learn more at alaskaair.com/verify.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security requires everyone entering the U.S. to provide information about their travel plans, as well as the details of their travel documents.
Alaska Airlines is required to adhere to the Advance Passenger Information System (APIS), which mandates the collection of specific information from every passenger traveling to or from the U.S. and other countries. This information is requested for the purposes of ensuring aviation safety and security.
Travelers must supply advance passenger information at time of check-in or they will be prevented from traveling.
The following information is required:
During purchase
Enter advance passenger information on the traveler information page when
purchasing a reservation at alaskaair.com
Prior to check-in
Enter advance passengerinformation by using the
manage reservation
link, and selecting the 'Enter Required Documentation' link on the
reservation confirmation.
During check-in
We highly recommend that travelers complete advance passenger information
prior to check-in, but it can also be completed during web or
kiosk check-in. Please allow extra time to complete the check-in process.
Do all passengers have to supply a U.S. address?
An address in the U.S. is NOT required for U.S. citizens, U.S. legal
permanent residents, or passengers in transit to other countries. Please
note: you are considered in transit if you are staying less than eight
hours in the U.S. and have confirmed onward reservations.
What if I don't know the U.S. address?
The U.S. authorities require an address or an indication of where you are
staying:
Why do you collect U.S. destination address when I am only laying over
for 8 hours?
The U.S. authorities require an address or an indication of where you are
staying if you are in the U.S. for 8 hours or more. If you are remaining
at the airport during your layover, please provide the address information
for the airport you are connecting in.