Questions Regarding UA's Type B DBCFREE Voucher [Merged]
Apr 20, 2009, 11:13 pm
#91
Join Date: Jun 2005
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Ah, and I have another question, piggybacking on this thread 
I have a DBC Free certificate, and I was told that it *is* transferrable, but the fellow (from the ICC) seemed to suggest that redemptions for someone other than myself are likely to be a pain.
Specifically, I'd have to either go to the airport with my friend OR submit the voucher in the mail along with a copy of gov't issued photo ID (I'm assuming my friend's) and wait for a return ticket in the mail issued to them, etc.
Am I overlooking less inconvenient options?
Thanks in advance for your wisdom
I have a DBC Free certificate, and I was told that it *is* transferrable, but the fellow (from the ICC) seemed to suggest that redemptions for someone other than myself are likely to be a pain.
Specifically, I'd have to either go to the airport with my friend OR submit the voucher in the mail along with a copy of gov't issued photo ID (I'm assuming my friend's) and wait for a return ticket in the mail issued to them, etc.
Am I overlooking less inconvenient options?
Thanks in advance for your wisdom
Apr 20, 2009, 11:22 pm
#92
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Bay Area, CA
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DBC FREE tickets have no additional charges. The gov't does not charge the security fees and such on free tickets, just on mileage award tickets. And UA waives booking fees when using paper certs/vouchers.
Apr 20, 2009, 11:48 pm
#93
Join Date: May 2004
Location: DCA ZWU
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The same standby rules apply as for regular travel, so yes, you can standby for later travel. Also, if there's inventory in the designated fare classes (V or W?) you can make changes to date/time/flight #, but not routing/destination.
Apr 21, 2009, 12:50 am
#94
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Houston
Programs: United MileagePlus Premier Silver/Hyatt Platinum
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If I have a DBCFREE voucher from a vol. bump.
It says "must ticket" by May 1, 2009 - does that mean travel must be complete by then?
If I am premier status and get E+ under normal circumstances by using this voucher will I get E+ seating?
It says not upgradeable BUT is that true or are there ways to upgrade like mileage, check in kiosks?
Thanks
It says "must ticket" by May 1, 2009 - does that mean travel must be complete by then?
If I am premier status and get E+ under normal circumstances by using this voucher will I get E+ seating?
It says not upgradeable BUT is that true or are there ways to upgrade like mileage, check in kiosks?
Thanks
I have a DBC Free certificate, and I was told that it *is* transferrable, but the fellow (from the ICC) seemed to suggest that redemptions for someone other than myself are likely to be a pain.
Apr 21, 2009, 7:17 am
#95
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: MBS/FNT/LAN
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Some have reported success mailing it in along with a short letter and a copy of ID (I've never tried it, so I don't know). YMMV
Apr 21, 2009, 10:53 pm
#96
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: SAN
Programs: UA MM Gold
Posts: 1,193
Free is free with DBCs. (Imagine that!)
The same standby rules apply as for regular travel, so yes, you can standby for later travel. Also, if there's inventory in the designated fare classes (V or W?) you can make changes to date/time/flight #, but not routing/destination.
The same standby rules apply as for regular travel, so yes, you can standby for later travel. Also, if there's inventory in the designated fare classes (V or W?) you can make changes to date/time/flight #, but not routing/destination.
Apr 21, 2009, 11:06 pm
#97
Join Date: May 2005
Location: East Bay, CA
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I just had a voucher ticketed this weekend at the RCC and it couldn't have been easier. You must have the reservation and confirmation number, the agents will then do it for you.
One thing on mine...I was ticketed into classes L and T. Doesn't that mean I'll earn miles for these flights? I thought one was unable to do so with a free voucher.
Apr 21, 2009, 11:10 pm
#98
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: SAN
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I just had a voucher ticketed this weekend at the RCC and it couldn't have been easier. You must have the reservation and confirmation number, the agents will then do it for you.
One thing on mine...I was ticketed into classes L and T. Doesn't that mean I'll earn miles for these flights? I thought one was unable to do so with a free voucher.
One thing on mine...I was ticketed into classes L and T. Doesn't that mean I'll earn miles for these flights? I thought one was unable to do so with a free voucher.
Apr 21, 2009, 11:17 pm
#99
Join Date: May 2005
Location: East Bay, CA
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It was interesting because in the past, these trips have always booked into W. It was a surprise seeing the L and T.
Thanks for setting me straight.
Apr 22, 2009, 5:38 pm
#100
Join Date: Apr 2005
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I just burned a bunch of these tonight. I had a very knowledgeable ORDRR agent who read some information from the profile for me (I am paraphrasing):
Now I am sure some will chime in and advise they have had different results, so YMMV ( I just felt this was a very qualified agent who "knew her stuff")
- Once ticketed, there IS a 150.00 fee to change routing and or dates. And there must be availability in the required fare classes to be able to change.
- As cepheid indicates, it is ticket by, NOT ticket and fly. You could actually ticket 330 out on this. However, the agent noted, once you pass the ticket by date (voucher expiration)..... you cannot make any changes to the ticket (even if you wanted to pay the fee).
- If redeeming multiple DBC's, they can be on the same PNR (as long as dates/routing are the same).
- If the DBC voucher is in your name,and you are ticketing for someone else you CAN include a letter with a copy of photo ID and use DTWRR/Ticket by mail.
- The person becomes the traveller does NOT have to show up for anything (except for the flight
) in order to have the ticket issued in thier name.
Now I am sure some will chime in and advise they have had different results, so YMMV ( I just felt this was a very qualified agent who "knew her stuff")
Apr 28, 2009, 11:55 am
#101
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Orchard Field
Posts: 1,421
FWIW, I believe you can change the actual final destination for a $150 fee, provided of course there's a 14-day advance notice for the outbound.
May 18, 2009, 5:39 pm
#102
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Questions about VDB voucher
So, I now have a VDB lower 48 voucher and was wondering if I get mileage credit for it. AFAIK, they book into S, W or Q so I should be able to get credit, no? The GA said she believed UA still did them, and that she used to get status by buying tickets on flights she knew were full and taking the VDB. Also, would it be eligible for DEQM?
Also, can I do a .bomb booking, put it on hold, and cash the voucher at the airport?
Also, can I do a .bomb booking, put it on hold, and cash the voucher at the airport?
Last edited by FlyinHawaiian; May 18, 2009 at 5:51 pm Reason: moved to existing thread
May 18, 2009, 5:47 pm
#103
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vdb
Doesnt it answer these questions right on the ticket? I just got one and it is clear that no mileage plus credit will be given. Now that doesnt mean it couldnt happen by mistake but it seems unlikely.
May 18, 2009, 5:48 pm
#104
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Crap, I missed that when I read it last time. I guess I can't depend on it.
May 18, 2009, 6:07 pm
#105
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No mileage, no EQM, no upgrades. That is why a lot of people here prefer the $$$ off ($300) which do get all of the above privileges.