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Travel documents

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.

Domestic travel documents REAL ID-compliant identification International travel information Codeshare information TSA PreCheck® Program TSA Secure Flight program CLEAR Plus Mexico tourism taxes Belize tourism taxes

International travel documents

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.

Wondering which documents you'll need for your international trip?

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 traveling internationally

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.

Check-in requirements

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.


International passenger information requirements

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:

  • Full name (last name, first name, middle name if applicable)
  • Date of birth
  • Gender
  • Nationality
  • Country of residence
  • Travel document type (normally passport)
  • Travel document number (expiration date and country of issue for passport)
  • Destination address in the U.S. (Not required for U.S. nationals, Legal Permanent Residents, or Alien Residents of the U.S. entering the U.S.)
Providing the required information

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.

Address for the first night in the United States

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:

  • If you are returning on the same day
    Provide the address of a location where you will be spending time during your visit to the U.S. (for example, the address of where a meeting you are attending is being held).
  • If your accommodation will be allocated on arrival
    Please provide the name and address of your agent in the U.S.
  • If you are transferring to a cruise ship
    If you are transferring to a cruise ship on the day you arrive in the U.S., you need to provide the name of the cruise ship, cruise line, and your port of embarkation.
  • If you are backpacking
    You should provide an indication of where you will spend your first night.
  • If you are renting a car and do not have an address for the first night
    Provide the information on where you expect to be staying in as much detail as possible.
  • If you are connecting to another flight departing the U.S.
    If your outbound flight leaves within 8 hours of your arrival, provide your flight number and destination.

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.