Amtrack Requires ID

[webworm98]

Amtrack Requires ID and it is right on their webpage

 

Amtrack

 

In all cases, the Amtrak polices pertaining to identification requirements apply when using a credit card for purchase of tickets or services.

[Need More RWHP]

Amtrack Requires ID and it is right on their webpage

 

Amtrack

 

In all cases, the Amtrak polices pertaining to identification requirements apply when using a credit card for purchase of tickets or services.

 

They didn't make it clear, but they have the policy regardless of payment form

Photo ID Required

Amtrak customers 18 years of age and older must produce valid photo identification when:

 

*

Obtaining, exchanging, and refunding tickets

[Uncle Leo]

Amtrack Requires ID and it is right on their webpage

 

Amtrack

 

In all cases, the Amtrak polices pertaining to identification requirements apply when using a credit card for purchase of tickets or services.

They didn't make it clear, but they have the policy regardless of payment form

Photo ID Required

Amtrak customers 18 years of age and older must produce valid photo identification when:

 

*

Obtaining, exchanging, and refunding tickets

 

I haven't checked to verify this, but I believe ID may be required simply to travel on Amtrack as a Homeland Security issue similar to flying on an airline.

[webworm98]

Amtrack Requires ID and it is right on their webpage

 

Amtrack

 

In all cases, the Amtrak polices pertaining to identification requirements apply when using a credit card for purchase of tickets or services.

 

They didn't make it clear, but they have the policy regardless of payment form

Photo ID Required

Amtrak customers 18 years of age and older must produce valid photo identification when:

 

*

Obtaining, exchanging, and refunding tickets

 

 

What is not clear? See the info in bold.

Edited February 11, 2008 by webworm98

[cannoda]

The following rules govern the acceptance of credit cards at Amtrak ticket counters:

 

We accept the following credit cards at ticketing locations:

 

- American Express

- Diners Club/MasterCard

- Discover® Network

- MasterCard

- VISA

 

Ticket agents and Quik-Trak kiosks accept debit cards ("check cards") with a credit card logo.

 

Only ticket agents and Quik-Trak kiosks accept debit cards (ATM cards) without a credit card logo. A PIN is required.

 

Amtrak ticket agents accept only valid, unexpired credit and debit cards.

 

The person whose name is embossed on the front must sign the credit card on the back of the card. Unsigned credit cards are not accepted.

 

The signature on the back of the card must match the signature on the ticket or charge form.

 

Credit cards are accepted for the amount of the sale only and may not be used to obtain cash.

 

In all cases, the Amtrak polices pertaining to identification requirements apply when using a credit card for purchase of tickets or services.

 

I don't see where this says anything about showing id.

 

Never mind . . .

 

As stated by another poster, they require it regardless of form of payment:

 

Amtrak has undertaken heightened security measures for the benefit of our customers.

 

Valid Photo Identification Required

 

Photo ID Required

 

Amtrak customers 18 years of age and older must produce valid photo identification when:

 

Obtaining, exchanging, and refunding tickets

Storing baggage at stations

Checking baggage

Sending Amtrak Express shipments

Onboard trains, in response to a request by an Amtrak employee

 

Please note that unaccompanied children 15 and older must also produce valid photo ID when purchasing tickets.

 

Random Ticket/ID Checks

 

Following federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA) guidelines, we regularly conduct random ticket verification checks onboard trains to ensure that passengers are properly ticketed. Please be prepared to show valid photo identification to a member of the onboard crew upon request.

 

What is a Valid ID?

 

To be valid, your identification must be current and in-force. The following forms of identification are acceptable for persons 18 and older:

 

One piece of photo identification issued by a government authority, or

Two pieces of identification, at least one of which is a non-photo ID issued by a government authority

 

Examples of acceptable forms of ID include:

 

State or provincial driver's license

Passport

Official government-issued identification (federal, state or county government or legitimate foreign government)

Canadian provincial health card ID card with photo

Military photo ID

Student identification (university, college or high school photo ID)

Job Corps photo ID

Edited February 12, 2008 by cannoda

[Sardo Neumspa]

Amtrack Requires ID and it is right on their webpage

 

Amtrack

 

In all cases, the Amtrak polices pertaining to identification requirements apply when using a credit card for purchase of tickets or services.

 

They didn't make it clear, but they have the policy regardless of payment form

Photo ID Required

Amtrak customers 18 years of age and older must produce valid photo identification when:

 

*

Obtaining, exchanging, and refunding tickets

What is not clear? See the info in bold.

 

I think when they say "In all cases, the Amtrak policies pertaining to identification requirements apply...." they mean "Even IF you use a credit card". They recognize the fact that Visa/MC both have policies such as cards must be signed, that signatures must match, and they cannot refuse the sale solely based on the fact that the purchaser won't show id. However, they mandate the showing of identification for everybody purchasing a ticket regardless of payment method - even if paying cash. Thus, "Amtrak policies pertaining to identification requirements apply when using a credit card for purchase of tickets or services."

 

This would probably be similar to purchasing alcohol at a store, the identification is required regardless of payment method. In my opinion, this would not be a violation since they require it for ALL purchases, Cash, Credit, Checks, Debit, etc...

[Uncle Leo]

I think when they say "In all cases, the Amtrak policies pertaining to identification requirements apply...." they mean "Even IF you use a credit card". They recognize the fact that Visa/MC both have policies such as cards must be signed, that signatures must match, and they cannot refuse the sale solely based on the fact that the purchaser won't show id. However, they mandate the showing of identification for everybody purchasing a ticket regardless of payment method - even if paying cash. Thus, "Amtrak policies pertaining to identification requirements apply when using a credit card for purchase of tickets or services."

 

This would probably be similar to purchasing alcohol at a store, the identification is required regardless of payment method. In my opinion, this would not be a violation since they require it for ALL purchases, Cash, Credit, Checks, Debit, etc...

 

That's how I read it, also. They're not saying "if" you use a credit card, they're saying "even if" you use a credit card... IOW the ID requirement is for the travel itself and is for everybody.

[thelowpriceleader]

I'm pretty sure what they mean is that a credit card is not considered a form of ID to them. Some people would say their credit card is their ID and they do not need any additional ID. What Amtrak is saying here is that they need photo ID from ALL customers, period. A credit card will not be considered a form of ID. All customers must show ID- cash, credit, people with a free ticket...

[Uncle Leo]

I'm pretty sure what they mean is that a credit card is not considered a form of ID to them. Some people would say their credit card is their ID and they do not need any additional ID. What Amtrak is saying here is that they need photo ID from ALL customers, period. A credit card will not be considered a form of ID. All customers must show ID- cash, credit, people with a free ticket...

 

Many businesses requiring two forms of ID will accept a credit card as one of them, i.e. banks, etc.