Ryanair update over new policy change that makes travel 'quicker and easier'

Ryanair update over new policy change that makes travel 'quicker and easier'Passengers flying with the airline should be aware of the change to its boarding policyCommentsTravelAmber O'Connor Money and Lifestyle reporter U35s10:00, 15 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesThe airline posted the update on social media (stock photo)(Image: Getty)Ryanair has shared an update for passengers following the introduction of its new boarding policy. The airline has moved to using 100% digital boarding passes on all flights. Passengers will receive their boarding pass in their Ryanair app when they check in online.‌To explain how passengers can access their individual passes, Ryanair shared a social media video showing the process. The airline also outlined what happens if a passenger's phone battery dies before boarding. In a YouTube video, a Ryanair employee highlighted the new boarding rules.‌She said: "Over 90% of our passengers already use digital boarding passes. So for most of you, nothing changes. For the remaining small few, switching is simple and brings big benefits.‌"Digital boarding passes lower airport costs, savings we then pass on to you in lower fares. That's right. It means lower fares for you. Plus, digital boarding passes may travel quicker, easier, and more environmentally friendly."The Ryanair team member explained that passengers need the airline's app to access their digital boarding pass. "You must check in online prior to arriving at the airport, either on the Ryanair app or at Ryanair.com. And if you check in on the website, you'll need the Ryanair app to access your digital boarding pass," she said.‌"Once checked in, your digital boarding pass will appear automatically in your Ryanair app, and it will be available even when you are offline. Simply present your digital boarding pass at security and at the boarding gate for your flight."The policy applies to groups as well as solo passengers. "...