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What is an electronic ticket and what does it look like?

Updated over a month ago

An electronic ticket or e-ticket is the digital ticket equivalent of a paper ticket. E-tickets are issued by ferry companies and they are a record of a passenger's trip information as it appears on the ferry company’s reservation system. After a passenger checks in online, they can store their e-ticket either on their mobile device or tablet and present it to board the ferry.

Steps to Retrieve E-Tickets

  1. Check Your Email:

    • Look for the booking confirmation email sent by your ferry service provider. This email typically includes your e-tickets as attachments or download links.

    • Ensure you have checked your spam or junk folder if the email isn't in your inbox.

  2. Access Via Booking Confirmation:

    • Log into your account on the booking platform if available.

    • Navigate to your booking confirmation page.

    • Click the "Get my e-tickets" button to download your boarding passes. These passes are required for boarding.

  3. Board Directly with E-Tickets:

    • If e-tickets are accessible, there is no need to collect physical tickets. Simply show your e-ticket (with a QR code, if applicable) at the boarding gate.

Some ferry companies do not require online check-in and you can directly download the e-ticket from the confirmation email. Please note that every e-ticket has a square pixel icon of a QR code next to the departure time, which is scanned during embarkation. Some ferry operators release e-tickets closer to the departure date, commonly within 48 hours before the trip. Check your confirmation email for such details and ensure you complete any online check-in requirements.

Troubleshooting E-Ticket Issues

  1. If You Cannot Download E-Tickets:

    • Confirm that you have a valid booking confirmation email.

    • Ensure your email service is functioning properly and that attachments are downloaded correctly.

    • Contact support to request assistance if necessary. They can resend or manually provide the tickets.

  2. If E-Tickets Are Not Yet Available:

    • Some ferry operators release e-tickets closer to the departure date (e.g., within 48 hours). Complete your online check-in as instructed and periodically check back.

  3. If Links Are Not Working:

    • Verify that the links work by refreshing or trying on another device or browser.

    • Contact support if the link issues persist.

If you’re wondering what an electronic ticket looks like, have a look below and you will see the information usually included in any receipt:

- name, surname, gender, nationality and age group

- ticket number

- booking reference

- date of issue

- date and time of departure and arrival

- vessel name

- carrier company name

- departure gate

- travel agency code and name

- seat or cabin type

  • total fare

Additional FAQs

Q: What should I do if I cannot retrieve tickets after completing the booking?

  • A: Ensure you have entered the correct booking codes. Contact support for assistance if the system fails to recognize your reservation. Q: Can I receive e-tickets via email upon request?

  • A: Yes, by providing your reservation details, the support team can resend e-tickets directly to your email.

Special Considerations

  1. Physical Ticket Collection:

    • In cases where e-tickets are unavailable, tickets must be collected at the port before departure. Refer to your booking confirmation email for details on where and how to collect them.

  2. Modified Bookings:

    • Following a booking modification, updated e-tickets will be included in the revised confirmation email. Review the updated email for instructions.

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