Reduce Airport Bottlenecks – Digitize Document Checks

With over 700 million passengers’ travel documents verified annually, and a network of 2,000+ government and airline officials maintaining real-time accuracy, Timatic is the global standard for trusted travel compliance.

As international travel volumes surge and entry requirements shift constantly, airlines face growing pressure to avoid costly fines, reduce airport congestion, and meet traveler expectations for speed and convenience through digital solutions.

To help airlines digitize and streamline compliance, IATA is introducing the Timatic Document Scan service.

What is Timatic Document Scan?

Timatic Document Scan enables passengers to capture or upload their travel documents and verify them before reaching the airport – all within the airline’s existing app or desktop check-in process. Each document is instantly reviewed against real-time entry requirements, providing immediate confirmation of compliance and ensuring a smoother, faster journey. Backed by a library of over 15,000 document types and built-in security features, Timatic Document Scan doesn’t just capture documents – it verifies them against a comprehensive, continuously updated database.

Faster check-in experience

Minimize manual processing

Reduce fines for non-compliance

How it Works

  1. Passenger begins check-in via airline app or desktop.
  2. Timatic determines if additional documents are required.
  3. Passenger is prompted to capture or upload the necessary documents.
  4. Timatic scans and verifies compliance automatically against the latest destination rules.
  5. Passenger receives an "OK to Travel" or next-step guidance instantly.

Benefits for Airlines

  • Reduce fines for document non-compliance
  • Minimize manual processing at the airport
  • Lower staffing costs and operational overhead
  • Deliver a faster, smoother check-in experience
  • Future-proof operations for evolving regulations and traveler expectations

 

Benefits for Passengers

  • Save time by uploading documents before arrival
  • Quickly resolve any document issues before travel
  • Experience a faster, more streamlined check-in
  • Travel with confidence, knowing all entry requirements are met
  • Spend less time in queues and more time enjoying the journey

 

Get Started Today

Discover how Timatic Document Scan can help airlines digitize and streamline compliance. Contact our team to learn more and request a demo.