How to Convert Your Airline Booking into Airline Credit for Future Use
Converting your airline booking into credit for future use can be a practical option for travelers facing unforeseen changes or uncertainties with their plans. Below is a comprehensive guide to help you understand the process, prerequisites, and conditions for credit conversion with Paylater Travel.
Eligibility Criteria for Airline Credit Conversion
To convert your booking into airline credit, the following general conditions must be met:
Complete Payment: The full balance for the booking must be paid. Installment plans should be completed at least two weeks before departure to ensure timely processing.
Ticket Guidelines: The airline’s terms and conditions must permit credit conversion for your specific fare type. Some tickets, like non-changeable Basic Economy fares, may prohibit credit conversion entirely and are "use it or lose it."
Passenger Eligibility: The credit is valid only for the same passenger listed on the original booking.
Steps to Convert Booking into Airline Credit
Follow these steps to initiate the credit conversion process:
Complete All Payments: Clear any remaining balances associated with your booking.
Request Cancellation: Inform Paylater Travel via phone or email with the details of the booking and passenger names for credit conversion.
Processing and Confirmation: Once the booking is canceled, the value will be held as an airline credit, which will be confirmed via email. Note that canceled flights cannot be reinstated.
Restrictions and Exceptions
Non-refundable Tickets: Most airlines do not allow credit conversions for non-refundable tickets unless explicitly permitted. Only options like date changes might be available in such cases.
Airline-Specific Rules: Policies vary; certain airlines might prohibit credit conversion for highly restricted fares, or require cancellations only under exceptional circumstances.
Voucher Usage Conditions: - Vouchers are valid only for the same airline and passenger. - Travel must be completed within the validity period. - A Paylater Travel Service Fee of $75, plus any associated airline fees, applies at redemption.
Fees and Deadlines Associated with Credits
Service Fees: A standard fee is charged for processing ticket cancellations and credit conversions, in addition to any airline-imposed fees.
Deadlines: Process credit conversions before the stated deadline to avoid forfeiture. Always consult Paylater Travel or the airline for the specific deadline applicable to your booking.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I get credit if I haven't yet completed my payments?
No, credit conversion requires full payment. Bookings with incomplete payments cannot be converted.
What happens after my booking is converted to credit?
Once converted, the full value of your ticket will be held as credit for future use. You will receive a confirmation email, and the canceled flights cannot be reinstated.
Can I convert my ticket if I face financial or personal hardship?
Most non-refundable tickets cannot be converted due to financial or personal hardships unless the airline rules allow it.
Understanding the airline and fare-specific policies is crucial to making the most of your booking value. For any uncertainties, reach out to Paylater Travel customer support for assistance.