Marine fares eligibility for airlines

Marine fares are special airline ticket prices tailored for individuals working in the maritime industry. These fares offer benefits such as flexible booking options and increased baggage allowances. Below are the typical eligibility criteria and key points regarding marine fares:

Eligibility criteria

1. Employment in the maritime industry
   You must be employed in the maritime industry. Eligible roles include (but are not limited to):

• Merchant navy officers
• Seafarers
• Offshore workers
• Personnel working on oil rigs

2. Proof of employment
   Valid proof of employment in the maritime industry is required. Acceptable documents include:

• Seaman’s book (Seafarer’s identification and record book)
• Letter of employment from a maritime employer
• Offshore worker ID
• Employment contract for an offshore or maritime position

3. Purpose of travel
   Travel must be directly related to work duties, such as to or from an offshore or onshore installation, rig, or renewable energy project site.

4. Airline-specific conditions
   Airlines may have their own additional requirements for marine fares. For example:

• KLM, Air France, and SAS require enrolment in their corporate loyalty programmes to access marine fares.

Important reminder

To ensure eligibility, please share your travel details with us so we can verify the airline's requirements. Remember to carry all required documentation, as it will be checked during flight check-in.

Updated on: 17/03/2025