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Flight reservation vs flight ticket: what's the difference?
Both have a booking reference, but only one lets you board a plane. Here's what separates them and which one a visa application calls for.
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Clear explanations, linked to official sources, written by our editorial team.
· 6 min read
Do you need to buy a flight ticket before applying for a visa?
Official guidance from the EU, UK, Canada and Australia, side by side — and why buying a non-refundable ticket before a decision is a gamble.
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How to check a flight reservation using its PNR
Find the booking reference, open the airline's Manage Booking page, and confirm names and dates — plus what to do if something doesn't match.
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