Ryanair has issued a warning to passengers about a check-in mistake that could result in a £55 charge per person. Holidaymakers who forget to check in online before arriving at the airport will be required to pay this fee at the check-in desk, even though online check-in is available free of charge.
Online check-in windows and seat options
Passengers who have pre-reserved a seat, which typically comes at an additional cost, can check in online up to 60 days before their scheduled departure. Those without a reserved seat, which is free of charge, can check in online from 24 hours before their flight and may often select a seat for free if one is available.
To check in online, travellers must have a valid travel document, such as a passport or National Identity Card. Ryanair has confirmed that they "do not accept a driver's license or birth certificates for travel to any location" and advised that different rules apply to various destinations, so British travellers should check these requirements before travelling.
Airport check-in fees and boarding pass rules
For anyone who does not check in online, Ryanair warned: "If you do not check in online up to 2 hours before your scheduled departure time, you may check in at the airport up to 40 minutes before departure, but you will be charged an airport check-in fee."
The airline added: "We urge all passengers to check in online before arriving at the airport so these fees can be avoided." In further information about airport check-in, Ryanair stated: "You will have to pay an airport check-in fee per passenger to cover the extra cost of the airport check-in service. Please see our Table of Fees."
Boarding pass collection and Moroccan airport rules
On the Ryanair website, the airline outlined: "If you checked in but cannot present your boarding pass on the app when you arrive at the airport, you will receive a free of charge boarding pass."
They also noted: "Please note: All passengers departing from a Moroccan airport must check-in online as normal and then collect a free of charge boarding pass at the airport check-in desk."
The £55 fee applies per passenger and can be avoided entirely by completing online check-in before arrival. Travellers should verify the specific check-in rules for their destination to ensure compliance and avoid unexpected costs.
