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If United Airlines has lost your baggage, the first step is to report it to the airline immediately and file a delayed or lost baggage report. You will need to provide information about your itinerary, baggage details, and contact information. United will then track your bag and keep you updated on its status. If the bag is declared lost, you may be eligible for compensation for the contents, subject to depreciation and maximum liability restrictions.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
- 1. Report the loss:
File a delayed or lost baggage report with United Airlines as soon as you realize your bag is missing. - 2. Track your baggage:
United will provide you with a reference number to track your baggage's status. - 3. Claim compensation:
If your bag is declared lost after 15-30 days, you can file a claim for reimbursement. - 4. Provide documentation:
You will need to provide proof of purchase or other documentation for the items in your lost luggage. - 5. Compensation limits:
United has maximum liability limits for lost or damaged baggage. For domestic flights, this is typically around $3,800, and for international flights, it's around $1,780. - 6. Excluded items:
Certain items are not covered by airline liability, such as valuables or fragile items. - 7. What to do if your bag is found: If your bag is found, United may contact you to arrange delivery. If the bag is declared lost and you have already received compensation, the airline may own the bag, but they may offer to return it to you or negotiate a buy-back.
- 8. When to escalate: If you are not satisfied with the airline's response, you can file a complaint with the Department of Transportation (.gov