To make your trip as smooth as possible, make sure you carry all necessary travel documents and meet the entry requirements for your destination. It’s always a good idea to double check everything before you leave.  

All travelers must have a valid passport or travel document to check in for their flight, and all names on tickets must match the names on passports and other valid ID. Remember to check passport requirements for your destination. If documentation is missing, you may be denied boarding or entry.  

It is your responsibility to ensure you meet necessary entry requirements before leaving for the airport. SAS is not liable for any consequences due to failure to obtain required documents or comply with regulations.

Special traveling requirements for children

• All children must carry a valid passport or national ID.

• On domestic flights, infants (0-2 years) may travel without ID with a parent carrying valid ID.

Advanced Passenger Information (APIS)

Before traveling to certain countries including the US and UK, you are required to provide certain information when you check in online (from between 22 and 30 hours before departure). 

Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)

An ETA is a digital entry permit required for travelers from visa-exempt countries traveling to destinations such as Canada and the UK. You must apply for an ETA before you travel. It is linked to your passport and normally valid for up to 5 years or until your passport expires.

Electronic System for Travel Authorization, (ESTA)

An ESTA is an ETA specifically for travelers entering the US. It allows citizens of eligible countries to stay in the US for up to 90 days without a visa. You must apply for an ESTA before departure, and it is valid for multiple short-term visits.

Mobile passport control (MPC )

Enjoy faster entry through US customs with the Mobile Passport Control (MPC) app that lets you create a digital profile using your passport information and submit your customs declaration electronically – saving you time at the airport. The app is available to:

• US citizens and legal residents

• Canadian visitors with B1/B2 visas

• Travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries with an approved ESTA

Special travel requirements by destination

Here’s what you need to know about travel documents and entry requirements by region or country.

Traveling within Europe

• Nordic citizens: No passport is required to travel within the Nordic countries (except Svalbard/Iceland), but you may be asked to show ID

• EU/Schengen: A valid passport or national ID is required (EU 1157/2019)

• Schengen area: No border checks, but you must carry valid ID. Some countries (Latvia, Estonia and France) may also require ID at entry/exit

• Non-Schengen travel: A valid passport is required at check-in and boarding e’s what you need to know about travel documents and entry requirements by region or country.

Traveling to/from the UK

• ETA: May be required by citizens of certain countries for stays up to 6 months, including EU and Schengen citizens from 2 April 2025. Apply for an ETA at least 3 days before departure for all travelers (including children and infants).

• UK VISA/EVISA: Travelers using a biometric residence permit (BRP), biometric residence card (BRC) or visa vignette sticker should ensure eVISA passport details are up to date and register travel documents to their account Show more about eVisa

Traveling to/from the US

• APIS: Required

• ESTA: Visa Waiver Program travelers must obtain ESTA approval before boarding

• Address of first night’s stay: Required, even for transit stays

• TSA: Personal details including redress number, if applicable

Traveling to/from Canada:

• ETA: for visa-exempt travelers. Apply for an ETA at least 72 hours before departure.

Traveling to/from Thailand

• From 1 May 2025, all non-Thai travelers traveling to Thailand must fill in the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before arrival.

• The TDAC cannot be completed earlier than 3 days before departure.

• Thai nationals returning to Thailand are not required to fill out the TDAC.

For more details, watch a video from the Thai Immigration Bureau

Traveling to/from Japan:

• APIS: Required