Originally Posted by
sbiddle
I can't see why there would be any restrictions on OLCI just because it's your first time flying NZ - the big question is whether TSA or the lounge will accept OLCI or a phone boarding pass at ORD.
In my experience, airlines want to physically see your passport the first time you fly them, but maybe I'm not remembering correctly. TSA and the lounge don't matter; they will accept a mobile BP. The issue is getting it in the first place...