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Old Nov 24, 2011 | 2:58 am
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Hi all

What we collect is correct.

Application of US International Transportation Tax to frequent flyer award tickets has been looked at very carefully as 'non-revenue' tickets including frequent flyer awards are exempted from this tax. However this is where no amount is paid for air transportation. As additional fees are paid on award tickets and as a fuel surcharge is applied then the exemption is negated and BA is required to collect US International Transportation tax on qualifying journeys, ie one commencing or terminating in the USA.

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Nicci
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