Air Niugini Unaccompanied Minors Policy

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Air Niugini provides an unaccompanied minor service for eligible children travelling through Australian airports including Sydney Airport, Brisbane Airport, and Cairns Airport.

Eligibility

The service applies to children within specified age ranges defined by airline policy. Age thresholds determine whether escort assistance is mandatory or optional. Younger passengers are required to travel under supervision arrangements.

Booking Requirements

Advance booking of the service is required before departure. Details of the accompanying adult at departure and the receiving guardian at arrival must be provided. Documentation including identification and contact information is verified during check-in at Australian airports.

Airport Assistance

Dedicated staff assist minors through check-in, security screening, boarding, and aircraft handover. At departure airports, the child is escorted through all travel stages until seated onboard the aircraft. Cabin crew assume responsibility during flight.

Arrival Procedures

Upon arrival in Port Moresby or onward destinations, airline staff escort the child through immigration and baggage collection procedures before release to the designated guardian. Identification checks are mandatory prior to handover.

Restrictions

Certain flight connections and overnight transits may not be eligible for unaccompanied minor travel. Connecting itineraries involving multiple carriers require prior confirmation of acceptance conditions. Emergency contact details must remain valid throughout the journey.

For further information on Unaccompanied Minors Policy, please contact Air Niugini directly at +61 1300 361 380 (Toll Free) / +61 7 3053 8545.

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