The airline lost my luggage
Diagnostic Quick Question
Are you still inside the airport baggage claim area?
DO THIS NOW
File Property Irregularity Report (PIR) at Airline Baggage Counter
Locate your airline baggage service desk in the reclaim hall and get a printed PIR form with a 10-character File Reference Number (e.g. JFKBA12345).
Keep physical baggage tag stickers and boarding pass safe
Take a photo of the barcode baggage receipt sticker affixed to your boarding pass.
Request emergency toiletries kit / cash allowance
Ask the baggage desk agent for an immediate overnight amenity kit or daily interim stipend allowance.
EMERGENCY KIT
Everything you need to execute recommended actions for The airline lost my luggage
PIR File Reference Code (10 alphanumeric characters)
RECOMMENDEDMaster code for WorldTracer tracking.
Baggage Tag Sticker Number
RECOMMENDEDIdentifies exact physical bag label.
Bag Color, Brand, Type, & Distinctive Marks
RECOMMENDEDUsed by airport staff to match unclaimed luggage.
Documents, Deadlines & Aftermath Protection
Review required document replacements, official claim deadlines, and follow-up guidance.
WorldTracer Global Baggage Tracking System
IF_AVAILABLEUniversal tracking system used by 500+ global airlines.
US DOT Fly-Rights: Lost Baggage Rules
IF_AVAILABLEUS Department of Transportation mandatory passenger reimbursement rules.
DO NOT DO THIS
- ✕Don't leave the airport arrivals hall without your physical PIR copy containing your file reference number.
- ✕Don't throw away receipts for emergency clothing, toiletries, or charger purchases—they are reimbursable under Montreal Convention rules.
RECOVERY TIMELINE
Enter PIR reference code in WorldTracer system
Use the WorldTracer link on your airline portal to see real-time scan location of your luggage.
YOU MAY NEED
OFFICIAL ACTIONS & VERIFIED SOURCES
Government & Authority Portals for India
Indexed Authority Portals
Official aviation portal for flight cancellation compensation, lost airline baggage, and passenger rights.
Specific Step Actions & Direct Links
Universal tracking system used by 500+ global airlines.
US Department of Transportation mandatory passenger reimbursement rules.
DON'T FORGET
- Check if credit card used for flight booking includes baggage delay insurance: Provides $200-$500 additional reimbursement for essentials.
COMMON MISTAKES
- ⚠️ Leaving the airport without filing a PIR form.
- ⚠️ Losing physical store purchase receipts for emergency clothing.