Ryanair is preparing a change that will mark trips next month. A discreet change, but with a direct impact on all passengers. The airline will stop accepting paper boarding passes from November 12, 2025. From that date onwards, only digital boarding passes generated in the myRyanair app will be valid for boarding. According to Ekonomista, the decision is part of the company’s strategy to make the travel process faster, more efficient and sustainable.
Currently, around 80% of passengers already use digital boarding passes, which, according to the same source, facilitates the transition to this new model. From November onwards, printing the card or downloading it as a PDF will no longer be a valid option.
What will change for passengers
Before boarding, travelers will have to check in via the Ryanair app or website and generate the digital card directly in the app. When boarding, simply present your cell phone with the active card.
The company clarifies that, even if the cell phone runs out of battery, the passenger will not be prevented from boarding: as long as check-in has been completed, the card will be registered in the system.
According to Ekonomista, passengers who do not have internet access should prepare their digital card in advance, avoiding surprises at the plane door. For those who have more difficulties with technology, the company recommends that check-in be done by someone else.
There are still exceptions. At some check-in counters, it will still be possible to obtain a paper version at no additional cost. Additionally, in certain countries with specific requirements, such as Morocco, physical tickets remain mandatory.
A measure that combines sustainability and efficiency
Ryanair’s decision is based on three central axes: sustainability, simplification and cost reduction.
According to the publication, by eliminating paper cards, the company estimates saving hundreds of tons of paper per year, reducing the environmental impact of its operations. The company also highlights that the measure is part of its environmental responsibility strategy, which includes the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
On the other hand, the digital card will allow Ryanair to communicate directly with passengers, informing them in real time about gate changes, delays or flight changes. According to Ekonomista, this technological integration makes the experience more fluid and less dependent on in-person announcements at the airport.
Cost reduction is another benefit highlighted by the carrier. By eliminating the need to print and manage physical tickets, the company simplifies logistics and reduces support and stationery expenses.
Tips to avoid setbacks
Ryanair recommends that passengers prepare well in advance. The first step is to install the myRyanair app and ensure online check-in is done before arriving at the airport. The digital boarding pass must be saved on your cell phone, preferably with a screenshot, for quick access even without internet.
Another important precaution is to ensure that the device is fully charged or carry a power bank with you. This avoids any battery problems at the time of boarding.
According to the same source, it is still worth confirming the rules of the departure airport, as some may maintain specific requirements regarding the presentation of physical documents.
A definitive change on the horizon
Ryanair reinforces that this is a definitive change, scheduled to take effect from November 12, 2025 across its entire European network. The objective is to migrate completely to digital, providing faster and more ecological travel.
For passengers, this change represents a new way of traveling: less paper, more convenience, and a good dose of technological adaptation. As concluded by , anyone who prepares now will avoid unpleasant surprises at the airport and ensure a simpler boarding experience without unnecessary queues.
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