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Was ist ein Dummy Ticket?

A dummy ticket is a temporary flight reservation that contains a real PNR booking reference, used to satisfy visa application and immigration requirements without purchasing an actual airline ticket. It is 100% free on MyJet24 and accepted by embassies in 195+ countries.

A dummy ticket — also known as a proof of onward travel, flight itinerary for visa, or flight reservation — is a temporary placeholder booking that looks and functions exactly like a real airline booking confirmation.

It includes all the information that embassies, consulates, and immigration officers ask to see: a PNR (Passenger Name Record) code, passenger details, flight numbers, departure and arrival airports, and a professional PDF layout with a QR code. The critical difference from a real ticket? It costs you nothing.

For a deeper explanation, read our full article on what a dummy ticket is and how it works.

Dummy Ticket vs. Flight Itinerary vs. Real Booking

Many travelers confuse these terms. Here is the difference:

• Dummy Ticket / Flight Reservation: A temporary booking with a PNR code, generated without payment. Used specifically for visa applications. This is what MyJet24 provides for free.
• Flight Itinerary: A document showing planned travel routes and dates. Often used interchangeably with dummy ticket by embassies. Both are accepted.
• Real Booking (Confirmed Ticket): A fully paid airline ticket. Embassies advise against buying these before visa approval due to the financial risk if your visa is denied.
• Refundable Ticket: A paid ticket that can be cancelled for a refund, but costs $200–$800 more than standard fares and refunds can take weeks to process.

How Does a Dummy Ticket Work Technically?

When you use MyJet24, the system generates a professional flight reservation document that includes a valid-format PNR (Passenger Name Record) — the same 6-character alphanumeric code used by airlines and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) like Amadeus, Sabre, and Galileo. The PDF contains your passenger details, flight numbers, departure and arrival information, travel class, and a scannable QR code — formatted to look exactly like a genuine airline booking confirmation.

When Do You Need a Dummy Ticket?

• Visa Applications: Schengen, US, UK, Canada, Australia, and most other countries require a flight itinerary as part of the application.
• Immigration Checks at Arrival: Countries like Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, and Colombia often ask for proof of onward travel at the border.
• Airline Check-in: Some airlines verify that passengers have an onward or return ticket before allowing boarding.
• Embassy Interviews: US B1/B2 visa interviews often require showing a tentative travel plan including flight reservations.

Warum Botschaften empfehlen, vorab kein echtes Ticket zu kaufen

Embassies explicitly advise against purchasing confirmed flight tickets before visa approval. Using a free dummy ticket eliminates the financial risk of losing $200–$2,000+ if your visa is denied, while fully meeting the flight itinerary requirement.

This is the single most important thing every visa applicant should know: most embassies and consulates explicitly advise against purchasing a confirmed flight ticket before your visa is approved.

The average visa processing time ranges from 2 to 8 weeks for most countries, while a typical airline hold booking expires in just 24–72 hours. This mismatch means buying a real ticket before approval is financially risky. If your visa is denied, you could lose the full ticket value — or face expensive change and cancellation fees of $50–$300+.

Even refundable tickets are not ideal: they cost significantly more ($300–$800 premium), and the refund process can take 2–4 weeks. A free dummy ticket from MyJet24 eliminates all of these risks entirely. For more details, check if dummy tickets are legal for your situation.

So erstellen Sie Ihr kostenloses Dummy Ticket in 4 Schritten

Generating a free dummy ticket takes 30 seconds: select your route, enter travel dates, add passenger details, and download your instant PDF with PNR code and QR code.

The entire process takes under 30 seconds. Follow these steps exactly and your professional flight itinerary PDF will be ready to submit to any embassy or consulate worldwide.

Pro tip: Choose a flight date 2–3 weeks after your visa appointment. This shows a realistic travel plan and gives the embassy enough processing time. Make sure the name on your dummy ticket matches your passport exactly — any discrepancy can lead to visa rejection.

1. 1

   Flugroute auswählen

   Use the airport search to choose your departure and arrival airports. Our system covers 6,000+ airports in 195 countries. Type the airport name, city, or IATA code — the autocomplete will find it instantly.

   Route Strategy by Visa Type

   For Schengen visas: use the airport of your first Schengen entry country as arrival (e.g. FRA for Germany, CDG for France, AMS for Netherlands). For onward travel requirements (Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia): any route showing you will leave the country is sufficient.

   Popular Routes by Visa Type

   LAX → LHR

   US to UK Visa

   JFK → FRA

   US to Schengen

   DXB → JFK

   UAE to USA

   ATL → CDG

   US to France

   DEN → AMS

   US to Netherlands

   ORD → MAD

   US to Spain

   SYD → BKK

   AU to Thailand

   BKK → KUL

   Thailand Onward

   MNL → HKG

   Philippines Onward
2. 2

   Reisedaten eingeben

   Select your departure date and, for round-trips, your return date. The dates on your dummy ticket should align logically with your visa application period.

   Dates must fall within the period you are applying to travel

   For Schengen visas: total trip must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day window

   Return date should be before the visa expiry date you are applying for

   Leave realistic time between your appointment date and the trip departure

   If you have multiple destinations, the first Schengen country must be your main destination

   One-way vs. Round-trip: Most embassies prefer a round-trip itinerary as it demonstrates intent to return. However, one-way is acceptable if you are traveling to multiple countries and your exit is from a different destination.
3. 3

   Passagierdaten eingeben

   Add up to 6 passengers — adults, children (2–11 years), or infants (under 2). For each passenger, you will enter their name and passport information.

   Name Must Match Passport Exactly

   Any discrepancy between your name on the dummy ticket and your passport is grounds for visa rejection. Use your full legal name as it appears on your passport — including all middle names and correct spelling.

   First name exactly as on passport

   Surnames/family name matching passport

   Middle name(s) if present on passport

   Passport number

   Date of birth matching passport

   Nationality as per passport
4. 4

   Kostenloses PDF herunterladen

   Click "Download Free Dummy Ticket" — your professional PDF is generated instantly. No waiting, no email required, no account needed.

   Your PDF Includes

   Valid 6-character PNR code

   Verifiable booking reference

   Scannable QR code

   Complete flight itinerary

   All passenger details

   Booking confirmation date

   Professional airline format

   Accepted For

   All 27 Schengen countries

   US B1/B2 tourist visa

   UK visitor visa

   Canada Tourist eTA

   Australia ETA & visa

   UAE / Dubai visa

   India e-Visa

   Southeast Asia onward travel

   195+ countries total

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Über 6.000 Flughäfen weltweit – Die wichtigsten Drehkreuze

Generate dummy tickets for any route involving the world's busiest airports. Every major hub for Schengen, US, UK, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America is fully supported.

And 5,968+ more airports — search any airport by name, city, or IATA code in the booking form.

Dummy-Ticket-Anforderungen nach Visumtyp

Every visa type has specific flight itinerary requirements. Schengen visas need round-trip reservations showing entry and exit. US B1/B2 visas require evidence of return travel. Southeast Asian countries need onward travel proof at immigration.

Different embassies and visa types have slightly different requirements. Here is exactly what to prepare for the most common visa categories. Use our visa checker tool to see specific requirements for your destination, or find your nearest consulate with our embassy finder.

Use our complete visa application checklist to ensure you have all required documents beyond just the flight itinerary.

Dummy Ticket vs. Refundable Ticket vs. Real Booking: What’s Best for Your Visa?

A free dummy ticket is the safest and most cost-effective option for visa applications. It costs $0, takes 30 seconds to generate, and carries zero financial risk if your visa is denied — unlike real tickets ($200–$2,000+) or hold bookings ($5–$20).

Before deciding how to handle the flight itinerary requirement for your visa application, consider the differences between these three common approaches. Use our visa cost calculator to estimate your total application costs.

Can Embassies Detect a Dummy Ticket? What You Need to Know

Yes, experienced consular officers can distinguish between a paid ticket and a reservation. However, this is not a problem — embassies explicitly recommend using reservations instead of paid tickets. The key is that your dummy ticket looks professional and contains all required details.

This is one of the most frequently asked questions among visa applicants, and the answer is more nuanced than a simple yes or no. Let’s break it down honestly:

The Difference Between Detection and Rejection

There is an important distinction between an embassy detecting that your flight document is a reservation (not a paid ticket) and rejecting your application because of it. Detection and rejection are two completely different things.

Most embassies knowingly and deliberately accept flight reservations. Their own websites use language like “flight reservation,” “flight itinerary,” or “proof of planned travel” rather than “confirmed ticket.” This is intentional: they do not want you to risk hundreds or thousands of dollars on a ticket before they have decided on your visa.

What Makes a Good Dummy Ticket?

• Professional airline formatting — MyJet24 tickets use the same layout as real airline booking confirmations
• Valid PNR code — a properly formatted 6-character booking reference
• Complete flight details — flight numbers, departure/arrival airports and times, airline name
• QR code and barcode — adds authenticity and professionalism to the document
• Correct passenger details — name matching passport exactly and passport number

To learn more about how to verify your booking reference, read our guide on how to verify your dummy ticket PNR. Also be sure to read about dummy ticket scams and how to spot fake services if you are considering paid alternatives.

What Does a MyJet24 Dummy Ticket Look Like?

MyJet24 dummy tickets look like professional airline booking confirmations. They include PNR codes, QR codes, barcodes, passenger details, flight numbers, routes, dates, and travel class — everything embassies require.

Every MyJet24 dummy ticket PDF contains the following elements, formatted in a clean, professional airline layout:

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Dummy tickets are legal, accepted by 195+ countries, and 100% free on MyJet24. Below are the most common questions about using dummy tickets for visa applications.

Everything you need to know about dummy tickets, proof of onward travel, and flight itineraries for visa applications.

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