Lost Baggage

Answer/Solution

    Once you bag is declared officially lost, you will have to submit a claim, some airlines will proceed using the form that you filled out when your bag was simply considered delayed where others may require you to fill out a different PIR form. Check on this, failure to complete the second form when required could delay your claim. The airline will usually refer your claim form to a central office, and the negotiations between you and the airline will begin.
    Airlines do not automatically pay the full amount of every claim they receive. First, they will use the information on your form to estimate the value of your lost baggage.
    Like most insurance companies, airlines consider the depreciated value of your possessions, not their replacement costs.
    If you are tempted to exaggerate your claims do not. Airlines may completely deny claims they feel are inflated or fraudulent. They often ask for receipts and other documentation to back up claims especially if a large amount of money is involved.
    If you are tempted to exaggerate your claims do not. Airlines may completely deny claims they feel are inflated or fraudulent. They often ask for receipts and other documentation to back up claims especially if a large amount of money is involved.
    Generally, it takes an airline anywhere from six weeks to three months to pay for your lost luggage. During this waiting period, you should stay in touch with the company, both to show your concern and to be sure they are following up on your claims