Check in Quickly and Easily with Self-Tag
New Bag Check Technology Available
Self-Tag helps you save time by letting you print your own bag tags from several self-service kiosks and placing them directly on your luggage.
Self-Tag is now available at the following airports:
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
- Orlando International Airport (MCO)
- Reagan National Airport (DCA)
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
- Denver International Airport (DEN)
- Miami International Airport (MIA)
Agents will continue to be available during the baggage check-in process should you need any assistance.
Self-Tag is easy! Just follow the steps below or watch the video above.
Step 1: Print your bag tags at the self-service kiosk.
Step 2: Attach the bag tag to each checked bag.
Step 3: Bring your self-tagged baggage to the designated Self Tag drop-off location.
Our goal is to help you fly better by bringing you modern new planes, an expanded suite of mobile and entertainment options, and a smooth airport experience.
More Ways to Ease into the Airport.
Curbside Check-In
Conveniently check-in for your flight, get a seat assignment and check your bags with Curbside Check-In. And, you now have the ability to check your bags with a skycap at select airports if you're traveling to international destinations, including countries that require a visa.
Bag Delivery
Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure on your next domestic trip, enhance your airport experience by letting the luggage experts take care of your bags for you and have your bags delivered.
Mobile Boarding
Have your boarding pass sent directly to your mobile device for a fast and easy boarding process; simply scan the barcode on the screen at airport security checkpoints and at the gate during boarding. Have a new iPhone5? Our app is Passbook-enabled and available for easy access and scanning.
Boarding Flexibility Package
Should your plans ever change, we offer the Boarding Flexibility Package that provides added convenience, flexibility, and savings.
Frequently Asked Questions »How does Self-Tag work?
Customers will have the option of using a self-service kiosk to input the number of checked bags and pay any charges due. The machine updates the reservation, records the tag number and prints the bag tag(s) and receipt. Tags printed by the self-service kiosk will remain inactive until activated by an AA agent or authorized representative, and will have a purple border on the front to indicate Self Tag.
After completing the transaction at the self-service kiosk, the customer will be directed to bring bags already tagged, to a special Self-Tag position. The AA agent or authorized representative at the special position will scan the boarding pass, verify the photo ID and visually inspect the bag(s). The agent or authorized representative will then scan the self bag tags to activate the tag and attach any priority tags, if necessary.
Does this mean you won't need agents at the check-in counters anymore?
No. Agents are absolutely vital to customer service. The Self Tag process requires agents or authorized representatives to verify photo IDs, visually inspect bags, activate bag tags, and attach any special markers. By offering customers a new option to check their bags, we hope to improve the customer experience by reducing check-in time and allowing agents to focus on customers requiring extra assistance.
Will Self-Tag only be used for domestic flights or will international flights eligible as well?
Self Tag machine will serve both types of departures.
Are customers required to use Self-Tag?
Customers are not required to use the Self Tag kiosk, but are encouraged to try it and share their feedback.
Are there any passengers that will not be allowed to Self-Tag?
Passengers checking in firearms, and oversized or overweight baggage will be required to see an agent at the ticket counter. Also, the Self Tag process will be cashless - therefore passengers without a valid credit or debit card will be required to see an agent at the regular counter positions.
Are there any security concerns with self-bag tagging?
No. The self bag tagging process has been approved by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) as it does not change how bags are screened by the TSA.
