Originally Posted by
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Worth noting that if you skip the check in desk you should present yourself at the gate to get your passport scanned (and they may ask for Vax proof Again). Otherwise you’ll get called to the gate before boarding.
This. A lot of people forget that traveling outside the country you need to speak to an agent somewhere along the line. It’s best for everyone if you do it before boarding since otherwise it can slow down the line. (The lounges sometimes do it as well.)