chris1386

Flying with qantas in april one way to perth, is there an extra allowance for baggage for migrants and if so how does one claim it, I have validated my visa nearly 3 years ago and have not previously had an extra allowance offered .Anyone had experience of this or is it just an urban myth?

Pollyana

From Qantas, very unlikely. They do sometimes give extra baggage with a special migrant fare, but it sounds like you have already booked, so too late to try that. Also even when an extra allowance is given, its usually on an unvalidated PR visa.
Having said that, give them a ring and ask! Nothing to lose.

chris1386

will do, cheers!

Beoz

I've been researching this topic hard. British Airways seems to come out on top every time. £32 for the first extra 20kg (suitcase) then £72 there after.

If anyone can find a better deal please post.

Centurion

Singapore will give you double for free on a unused first time entry PR visa.

Virgin Atlantic have a similar charging scheme to BA but only fly LHR to SYD.

Be aware that BA extra luggage is great, however only applies to BA flights and not those operated by Qantas which is often the case on the SIN > AU sectors of the journey, despite being booked with BA.

MrJenkins

Yes, we got caught out on this the sneaky buggers. And they will not budge on the policy as Qantas rules come into play.