European Union Approves Amendments to Air Traveler Compensation and Free Seat Policies
The European Union Parliament officially approved a package of reforms aimed at strengthening air travelers' rights. The measures include simplifying compensation claims procedures, increasing transparency for airlines and booking platforms. The amendments guarantee that children under 14 and their parents can sit together for free, and introduce exemptions from name correction fees or printing boarding passes at no cost. Airlines are also required to display prices clearly from the start, with the cancellation of the penalty for missing a flight, and improvements to compensation mechanisms that must be responded to within 30 days. The new rules grant travelers additional rights in case of delays, such as free hotel accommodation and transportation if flights are delayed until the next day, with exceptions for force majeure. These regulations will come into effect in mid-2027 after being approved by the European Parliament.
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