Baggage Protection by Blue Ribbon Bags
Baggage Protection by Blue Ribbon Bags tracks and expedites the return of mishandled checked-in baggage. (Mishandled Bag: refers to any delayed or lost checked-in baggage that was not loaded on your flight.) Passengers will get real-time status updates via SMS and email until the bags are located. Furthermore, passengers are eligible for compensation on every checked-in bag (maximum 2 bags per passenger) if the baggage is not returned within 96 hours from the time the flight lands.
This service is offered by many popular travel portals in India and is also available through offline travel agents. It must be purchased separately when buying your ticket. Service is applicable for both domestic and international travel.
How It Works
Baggage Protection expedites tracking for your checked-in luggage worldwide, providing updates via email and SMS. If your checked-in bags are mishandled—meaning they do not arrive at your destination and are sent to another destination—the Blue Ribbon Bags team coordinates with the airlines and sends you regular updates until the bags are found or declared lost by the airlines.
Mishandled bag: Any delayed or lost checked-in baggage not loaded on your flight.
Service Guarantee
- Coverage applies to up to 2 bags per passenger.
- No proof of contents is required for compensation.
- Compensation is provided if mishandled bags are not found within 96 hours of flight arrival.
What’s Covered?
- Coverage: All flights on any airline, worldwide.
- Checked-in Bags: Only checked-in luggage is covered.
- Real-time Updates: SMS, WhatsApp, and email updates for mishandled bags.
- No Proof Required: No baggage content details or receipts needed for compensation.
- Multiple Connections: Coverage includes all connections under the same airline confirmation number.
What’s Not Covered?
- Cabin Bags: Cabin or carry-on luggage is not covered.
- Late Claims: Claims must be lodged within 24 hours of flight arrival; otherwise, coverage is not extended.
- Delivery: Bags are considered returned once they arrive at the airport. The service does not include delivery to a passenger’s address. Some airlines may offer this separately.
Important Notes
- Passengers must check-in bags under their names and ensure airline baggage tags are applied.
- File a claim with the airline before reporting mishandled bags to Blue Ribbon Bags.
- Report undelivered bags within 24 hours of flight arrival; late reports will not be honored.
- Automatic email and SMS notifications will be sent for any updates on baggage status.
- Theft, missing contents, or damaged baggage are not covered.
FAQs
- The purchase covers tracking for all checked baggage at the airport, with compensation for up to two bags per passenger.
- No proof of baggage contents value or receipts is required for compensation payout.
- Passengers receive real-time updates until bags are returned or declared lost by the airline.
