Virgin Flight requires credit card at checkin, why?
Subject: Question About Virgin Flight Check-In Policy
I have a question regarding Virgin Flight’s check-in process. My wife is flying solo, and I booked her ticket with my American Express card. However, there’s a warning that the card must be present at check-in. Why is this necessary, especially since she’s traveling alone?
Has anyone else encountered this issue? Would love to hear your experiences. Thanks!
Virgin Atlantic and some other airlines require the credit card used to book the flight to be presented at check-in as a security measure. This is done to prevent fraud and ensure that the person checking in is indeed the cardholder who purchased the ticket.
Since your wife is flying solo and you booked the ticket with your Amex card, it’s important to make sure that she brings the card with her at check-in. If she doesn’t have the card or if there are any issues, it could potentially delay or complicate her boarding process.
To avoid any last-minute issues, I’d recommend double-checking Virgin Atlantic’s policies or contacting their customer service for guidance on how to handle this situation. They might allow for alternative verification methods if your wife cannot present the card. Safe travels to her!